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Lesser Yellowlegs

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Lesser Yellowlegs

Mason Decoy Factory (1896-1924)

Detroit, MI, c. 1905

An exceedingly rare tack-eyed shorebird decoy. Only ten-and one-half inches long, this petite decoy is shorter and more delicate than most Masons of this species.

Outstanding original paint with minor gunning wear.

Alan and Elaine Haid Collection
Jim and Deb Allen Collection, aquired from the above

Russ J. Goldberger and Alan Haid, "Mason Decoys: A Pictorial Guide," Lewes, DE, 1993, pp. 102-103, similar decoys illustrated. Byron Cheever, "Mason Decoys," Spanish Fork, UT, 1974, p. 121, plate 9-13, similar larger decoys

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