Eldon Willis (NC, 1908-1981), Ruddy Duck

Stacy, North Carolina, circa 1961, carved and painted wood.

Length 12.75 in.

Gifted to Ronnie Wade in 1961 upon his achievement of high school graduation by his father Tilford Wade.

An extremely rare species by Eldon Willis. Tilford Wade ordered fourteen ruddy duck decoys from Eldon Willis and they came in two styles.

Original paint with light gunning wear.