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Black Scoter Decoy by Augustus Aaron "Gus" Wilson (1864-1950)

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Black Scoter Decoy by Augustus Aaron "Gus" Wilson (1864-1950)

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Description

Black Scoter
Augustus Aaron "Gus" Wilson (1864-1950)
South Portland, ME, c. 1900
15 1/2 in. long

A classic and refined Monhegan-Island-style sea duck with raised wings and a tucked head, positioning the bill just above the breast.
Old paint with some darkening and moderate gunning wear.

Literature: Joel Barber, "Wild Fowl Decoys," New York, NY, 1954, p. 59, diagram of similar scoter illustrated.

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Black Scoter Decoy by Augustus Aaron "Gus" Wilson (1864-1950)

Name: Black Scoter Decoy by Augustus Aaron \"Gus\" Wilson (1864-1950)
SKU: 155701697
Price: 7000 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $100 - $10,000

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