Willie Lewark (NC, 1891-1968), Published Root Head Coot

Collington, North Carolina, circa 1910, carved and painted wood, published on page 316 of Gunnin' Birds by Kroghie Andresen.

Length 9 in.

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

Lewark's wood decoys were carved in the Kitty Hawk style. His decoy heads have elongated bills which make them stand out.

Original paint, tight vertical hairline in the head.