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Two spearing decoys, Fred Rhodes, circa 1920.

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Two spearing decoys, Fred Rhodes, circa 1920.

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Description

Two spearing decoys, Fred Rhodes, circa 1920. Both have glass eyes and are uniquely hollow, with applied aluminum fins. As Rhodes was from Kalamazoo, his fish decoys feature typical Heddon style "V" fins, a signature of the factory's fish, according to Steven Michaan. Longest measures 11" long, other
Provenance
Steven Michaan collection.
Literature
"American Fish Decoys," Steven Michaan, p. 193, smallest fish, exact decoy pictured.

Condition

Both fish are in original paint, protected by a coat of varnish; fins have been bent and straightened; both have small areas of flaking, with moderate wear.

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Two spearing decoys, Fred Rhodes, circa 1920.

Name: Two spearing decoys, Fred Rhodes, circa 1920.
SKU: 107298606
Price: 5500 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $1,500 - $2,500

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Starting Price $750

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