Albin Aydlett (NC, 1883-1954), Bluebill

Spot, North Carolina, circa 1930s, carved and painted wood.

Length 14 in. x 7.5 x 6

From the hunting rig of Joe Dzwonek.

Albin Aydlett carved several stands of decoys from the 1930s to the 1950s. They have outstanding style and presence. Albin made a stand for his good friend Joe Dzwonek which consisted of redheads and black heads. Examples from this rig are considered his finest work.

Old gunning paint, working repair to the neck.