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Description:
Carved and Painted Mason Factory Golden Plover Decoy, early 20th century, with iron nail beak and tack eyes, painted in fall plumage, with wooden stand, ht. 9, lg. 9 1/2 in.
Literature: For a similar example see Russ J. Goldberger and Alan G. Haid, Mason Decoys: A Complete Pictorial Guide (Lewes, Delaware: Decoy Magazine, 2003),p. 101.
Estimate $400-600
Paint is in good overall condition with no obvious retouch. Slight wear to tip of tail.
Items may have wear and tear, imperfections, or the effects of aging. Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
Keywords
Alan G. Haid, Russ J. Goldberger, Mason DecoysStephen L. Fletcher
Partner/Executive Vice President and Chief Auctioneer
Director of American Furniture & Decorative Arts
508-970-3000
Christopher D. Fox
Vice President
Director, Historic Arms & Militaria
Associate Deputy Director, American Furniture & Decorative Arts
508-970-3200
Paul O’Hara
Business Administrator, American Furniture & Decorative Arts
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