Lot 7134

Timothy Bowden (NC, 1836-1913), Published Dowitcher

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Timothy Bowden (NC, 1836-1913), Published Dowitcher

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Timothy Bowden (NC, 1836-1913), Published Dowitcher

Knotts Island, North Carolina, circa 1870, carved and painted wood, double iron bill and stake, published on page 169 and 190 of Shorebird Decoys of North Carolina by Kroghie Andresen.
Length 10.5 in.
This 10.5 in. long Timothy Bowden double iron wire dowitcher was one of the shorebird decoys that Walter Jones, a prominent Knotts Island farmer bought from Timothy in 1913. They were carved from 1.5 inch boards and tapered down slight from back to breast. This decoy represents some of the oldest known shorebird decoys from North Carolina.
Former collection of Don Walston.
Former collection of Louis Daniel III.
From the Personal Collection of Mr. Kroghie Andresen, Charlotte, North Carolina
Additional high-resolution photos are available at www.lelandlittle.com

Condition

Original paint with light gunning wear, corrosion to iron elements, hit by shot.

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Timothy Bowden (NC, 1836-1913), Published Dowitcher

Name: Timothy Bowden (NC, 1836-1913), Published Dowitcher
SKU: 178022178
Price: 1600 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $50 - $25,000

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