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Art Best Black Duck Decoy

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Sebewaing, MI, glass eyes, solid body, excellent original paint, detailed feather stamping throughout, nice form with head being turned slightly right, Gary Ebel Collection, 17"L, est. 300 - 500

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Art Best Black Duck Decoy

Name: Art Best Black Duck Decoy
SKU: 174576310
Price: 350 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $10 - $10,000

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