Lot 7008

BYRON E. BRUFFEE (MA, 1942-2013) DECOY

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Carved and Painted Loon Decoy, by Massachusetts carver Byron Bruffee, impressed 'Byron E. Bruffee' on base, 10" high, 27" x 8". Surface wear, minor paint losses.

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BYRON E. BRUFFEE (MA, 1942-2013) DECOY

Name: BYRON E. BRUFFEE (MA, 1942-2013) DECOY
SKU: 102491751
Price: 150 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $150 - $250

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