Roscoe Willis (NC, 1894-1980), Willet

Hatteras and Atlantic, North Carolina, circa 1915, carved and painted wood, iron bill.

Length 11.5 in. x 6 x 1

Roscoe Willis was born and raised in Hatteras Village. His father, David Willis (1870-1950), was particularly fond of shooting shorebirds. He passed on this interest to his son. Roscoe Willis made some of the most recognized and collectible shorebird decoys to come from North Carolina.

Original paint with light gunning wear.

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