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Early carved decoy from fine NYC estate, wonderful patina, just as we found it. Purchased at William

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Early carved decoy from fine NYC estate, wonderful patina, just as we found it. Purchased at William

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Early carved decoy from fine NYC estate, wonderful patina, just as we found it. Purchased at William Doyle Galleries in NYC in 1981. Measures 19" front to back.

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Early carved decoy from fine NYC estate, wonderful patina, just as we found it. Purchased at William

Name: Early carved decoy from fine NYC estate, wonderful patina, just as we found it. Purchased at William
SKU: 174480279
Price: 190 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $300 - $500

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