Ike O'Neal (NC, 1865-1954), Rare Hen Roothead Pintail

Ocracoke, North Carolina, circa 1910, carved and painted wood.

Length 17 in.

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

Purchased from Don Walston on November 1, 1998.
Former collection of John Althans.

O'Neal was a market hunter, decoy maker, and hunting guide. His decoys in any condition are extremely rare and important.

Original paint worn to bare wood in places, tight age checks in the body and head, roughness to the tail, early insect damage in the bill.