Ned Burgess (NC, 1868-1958), Published Widgeon

Churches Island, North Carolina, circa 1920s, carved and painted wood, published on page 168 of Gunnin' Birds by Kroghie Andresen.



Length 16.5 in.

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

Purchased from Neal Conoley in 1987.
Former collection of Bea Berle.

Burgess is possibly the most prolific decoy maker from Currituck County and his birds in original paint are highly sought after.

Original paint, tight and stable hairline in the neck.