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Black Duck Decoy, Harry M. Shourds (1890-1943)

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Black Duck Decoy, Harry M. Shourds (1890-1943)

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Black Duck
Harry M. Shourds (1890-1943)
Ocean City, NJ, c. 1920
15 3/4 in. long

Restored.

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Black Duck Decoy, Harry M. Shourds (1890-1943)

Name: Black Duck Decoy, Harry M. Shourds (1890-1943)
SKU: 104721060
Price: 1200 USD
Availability: InStock

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