Lot 0015

OVERSIZED MERGANSER DRAKE DECOY, ROSS

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Item Details

Description

Willie Ross, carver (Chebeague Island, Maine 1878-1954)
with painted decoration, 26"long
This model of decoy was selected for a two-page spread in John Dinan's Maine chapter of "The Great Book of Wildfowl Decoys." The caption reads, "Merganser by Willie Ross"
Collection of G.W. Samaha
NOTE: Apologies, we cannot approve bidders during the auction.

Condition

Minor paint loss at tail, some surface wear, small age separation in neck, missing ostrich plume crest.

Absence of a condition statement does not imply the lot is in perfect condition, free from flaws, restoration, or the effects of aging. Condition requests can be obtained via email or telephone to our gallery. Any condition statement given either verbally or written is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. CRN bears no responsibility for error or omission. All items are sold as is. All sales are final.

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OVERSIZED MERGANSER DRAKE DECOY, ROSS

Name: OVERSIZED MERGANSER DRAKE DECOY, ROSS
SKU: 130197994
Price: 2500 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $2,000 - $3,000

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