Ben Salter (NC, 1899-1983), Goose

Portsmouth Island, North Carolina, circa 1920s, carved and painted wood.

Length 21 in. x 9 x 7

Ben Salter was the oldest son and second child of John Wallace and Sidney Salter. He was also born on Portsmouth Island. He was a hunting guide and became known as the islands historian. This decoy was used as a floater and also a stake up for use in the marsh grass.

A combination or original and old gunning paint with light wear from use, tight age checks to the body.

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