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Preening Tern, Colin S. McNair (b. 1986)

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Preening Tern, Colin S. McNair (b. 1986)

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Description

Preening Tern
Colin S. McNair (b. 1986)
Craddockville, VA, c. 2004
9 in. long

A graceful tern carving in a rarely seen preening posture with the maker's incised signature on the underside. This is the only preening tern by the maker.
Original paint with light wear and a reset wing tip.

Condition

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Preening Tern, Colin S. McNair (b. 1986)

Name: Preening Tern, Colin S. McNair (b. 1986)
SKU: 104721027
Price: 4000 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $100 - $10,000

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