Plover Root Head, Rowlings, Musquodoboit NS

Plover Root Head. Rowlings, Musquodoboit Nova Scotia. William Rowling's decoys are remarkable for their power in simplicity. This root head plover is a great example. The form is conveyed in its most basic shape. The carving is rough with no effort made to smooth-out the knife-marks. A truly unique style. Unmarked. 10". Ruth Stalker Antiques (1986)

Condition
Original paint and fine surface. Split in breast area. Stake is 8 1/2" long. 3" above the end are two small drilled holes. The stake was broken at this point and reglued. Worn paint area on the top of the tail.