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Bass fish decoy, Hans Janner, Mt. Clemens, Michigan, 2nd quarter 20th century.

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Bass fish decoy, Hans Janner, Mt. Clemens, Michigan, 2nd quarter 20th century.

Item Details

Description

Inset glass or plastic eyes. Copper dorsal fin and adipose fin. Others appear to be steel. Carved mouth and gill with red paint accent in groove. A very light wash of silver along belly. Fish appears to be made from red cedar. Measures 12" long.

Provenance: George and Miriam Van Wallegham collection.

Literature: "Fish and Fowl Decoys of the Great Lakes," Donna Tonelli, p. 74, exact fish pictured.

Condition

Shows very light wear.

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Bass fish decoy, Hans Janner, Mt. Clemens, Michigan, 2nd quarter 20th century.

Name: Bass fish decoy, Hans Janner, Mt. Clemens, Michigan, 2nd quarter 20th century.
SKU: 156520851
Price: 2750 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $4,000 - $7,000

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Starting Price $2,000

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