Wilton Walker (NC, 1889-1974), Canvasback

Tulls Creek, North Carolina, circa 1930s, carved and painted wood. Length 17 in. x 9.5 x 7 Former collection of Kroghie Andresen. Wilton Walker was a market hunter until 1918 and then served as the caretaker of Launch Landing Club. His skill as a boat builder is obvious in his decoys. He made stylish flat bottom decoys and left the bodies rough from the wood rasp. Original paint with light gunning wear.

Estimate:£113.52

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