James Best (NC, 1866-1933), Rare Ruddy Duck

Kitty Hawk, North Carolina, circa 1920, carved wood. Length 9.5 in. x 5.5 x 5.5 A similar James Best ruddy is in the permanent collection of the Currituck Museum and Education Center in Corolla, North Carolina. This decoy and another Best ruddy were found in a basket from the oldest home in Kitty Hawk Forest. The decoys were covered by an American flag with 48 stars. The wonderfully oxidized juniper provides a great patina. Never painted or rigged, chip to left side of the tail.

Estimate:$1,900

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