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Tin Shorebird Decoys, Plus
4/12/2014 - Americana: Live Salesroom Auction
American, early 20th century. Two folding tin shorebird decoys, having painted feathering in shades of brown, grey, and white, PLUS a roothead shorebird decoy with a carved body, mounted to a metal rod; largest lg. 11.25 in.
Provenance:
From the Estate of Kenneth Erwin, Portland, Michigan
Condition:
Some paint loss and surface rust.
Sold: $150.00
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