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Carved and Painted Fish Decoys, Plus
4/12/2014 - Americana: Live Salesroom Auction
American. Two fish decoys of carved wood with old paint and tin fins, the larger a Brook Trout, PLUS an unusual iron fish decoy; largest lg. 8 in.
Provenance:
From the Estate of Kenneth Erwin, Portland, Michigan
Condition:
Surface wear consistent with age and use. Iron decoy with some surface rust and pitting.
Sold: $270.00
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