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Two Shorebird Decoys from Long Island

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Item Details

Description

Two Shorebird Decoys
Long Island, c. 1880
10 1/2 in. long

Old paint with gunning wear and replaced bills.

Provenance: Estate of Malcolm M. McAlpin

Size
10 1/2 in. long

Condition
Old paint with gunning wear and replaced bills.

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Two Shorebird Decoys from Long Island

Name: Two Shorebird Decoys from Long Island
SKU: 176456544
Price: 225 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $400 - $600

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Starting Price $200

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