Rufus Roberts (NC, 1897-1954), Redhead

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

Length 15.75 in. x 10 x 7.5

From a Private Collection donated to benefit the conservation efforts of Ducks Unlimited, Inc.

A classic Rufus Roberts diver with a sharp chine line. Similar examples are published on page 171 of Gunnin' Birds by Kroghie Andresen.

Second coat of gunning paint, working repair to the neck.