Lot 7185

Doug Jester (VA, 1876-1961), Widgeon

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Doug Jester (VA, 1876-1961), Widgeon

Chincoteague, Virginia, circa 1940s, carved and painted wood.
Length 16 in.
A very rare species by Jester.
From an Eastern Shore, Virginia Collector
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Condition

Original paint with light gunning wear, some red paint splash on the bottom.

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Doug Jester (VA, 1876-1961), Widgeon

Name: Doug Jester (VA, 1876-1961), Widgeon
SKU: 178022229
Price: 1200 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $50 - $25,000

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