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"Egyptian" Yellowlegs Decoy by Mark S. McNair (b. 1950), Craddockville, VA,

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"Egyptian" Yellowlegs Decoy by Mark S. McNair (b. 1950), Craddockville, VA,

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Description

"Egyptian" Yellowlegs Decoy
Mark S. McNair (b. 1950)
Craddockville, VA, c. 1980
15 in. long

The underside bears an incised "McNair" signature.
Original paint with moderate wear and sap bleeds to breast.

Size
15 in. long

Condition
Original paint with moderate wear and sap bleeds to breast.

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"Egyptian" Yellowlegs Decoy by Mark S. McNair (b. 1950), Craddockville, VA,

Name: \"Egyptian\" Yellowlegs Decoy by Mark S. McNair (b. 1950), Craddockville, VA,
SKU: 176456526
Price: 750 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $600 - $900

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Starting Price $300

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