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Rare Brant Decoy by Joseph W. Lincoln (1859-1938)

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Rare Brant Decoy by Joseph W. Lincoln (1859-1938)

Item Details

Description

Rare Brant
Joseph W. Lincoln (1859-1938)
Accord, MA, c. 1900
19 in. long

This rare solid-bodied Lincoln model has a broad flat bottom, similar to his self-bailer design.
Original paint with moderate gunning wear, a tight crack at base of neck, and one possible spot of very minor touch-up to back of head.

Condition

Please email condition report requests to colin@copleyart.com. Any condition statement given is a courtesy to customers, Copley will not be held responsible for any errors or omissions. The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition.

Dimensions

19 in

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Rare Brant Decoy by Joseph W. Lincoln (1859-1938)

Name: Rare Brant Decoy by Joseph W. Lincoln (1859-1938)
SKU: 169882192
Price: 6000 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $6,000 - $8,000

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Starting Price $3,000

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