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Working crow decoy, Charles Perdew, Henry, Illinois,

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Working crow decoy, Charles Perdew, Henry, Illinois,

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Description

Working crow decoy, Charles Perdew, Henry, Illinois, circa 1930. Applied metal legs, secured with staples. Glass eyes. Mounted on base. 16" long.

Provenance:
Formerly in collection of Otto Meyer.

Notes:
Decoy

Condition

Original paint; crack at one side; small dent; a few spots of discoloration; bill has been cracked and reattached.

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Working crow decoy, Charles Perdew, Henry, Illinois,

Name: Working crow decoy, Charles Perdew, Henry, Illinois,
SKU: 100875272
Price: 1200 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $1,250 - $1,750

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Starting Price $600

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