Bob Morse (NC, 1881-1971), Published Widgeon

Churches Island, North Carolina, circa 1920s, carved and painted wood, published on page 176 of Gunnin' Birds by Kroghie Andresen.

Length 17.5 in.

From the hunting rig of Elijah Tate, Coinjock, North Carolina.

Morse made the most significant decoys from Churches Island, if not all of North Carolina. He lived behind Ned Burgess and they became good friends. Each had their own style. Burgess birds are more available whereas Morse birds are not.
An extremely rare species by Morse.

Old gunning paint, working repair to the neck, hit by shot.