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"Flattie" Curlew Decoy from New England

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An 18 3/4 inch flat-sided Curlew decoy attributed to Tim Eastland (1943-2023), Old Lyme, CT , unsigned, exhibits a pitch fork tine metal bill. Original paint with minor wear.

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"Flattie" Curlew Decoy from New England

Name: \"Flattie\" Curlew Decoy from New England
SKU: 172689294
Price: 75 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $100 - $300

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