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Early swan decoy, Madison Mitchell, Havre de Grace, Maryland.

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Early swan decoy, Madison Mitchell, Havre de Grace, Maryland.

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Description

Early swan decoy, Madison Mitchell, Havre de Grace, Maryland. Signed and dated 1946 on underside. Retains weighted swing keel, also retains Richard Oliver auction sticker from a sale dated November 11 1987. Additionally Hunter collection brass tag on underside. 27" long.

Provenance:
Charlie Hunter, III collection.

Notes:
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Condition

Dry paint that is a second working coat; structurally good with light wear and crack on one side of back.

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Early swan decoy, Madison Mitchell, Havre de Grace, Maryland.

Name: Early swan decoy, Madison Mitchell, Havre de Grace, Maryland.
SKU: 132047747
Price: 4250 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $1,500 - $2,500

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