Joe Hayman (NC, 1896-1974), Published Coot

Churches Island, North Carolina, circa 1930, carved and painted wood, published on page 151 of Gunnin' Birds by Kroghie Andresen.

Length 13.5 in.

From the Personal Collection of Mr. Kroghie Andresen Charlotte, North Carolina

Purchased from Bud Coppedge in 1989.

Joe Hayman was a neighbor to Bob Morse and helped him make decoys when needed. Hayman was talented and could emulate the Morse style.

Original paint, damage to the tip of the bill, tight age check down the back.