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Hummingbird on Flower, Joseph A. "Tony" Bua

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Hummingbird on Flower, Joseph A. "Tony" Bua

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Hummingbird on Flower
Joseph A. "Tony" Bua
Vilas, NC, c. 2000
4 in. long

A competition wood carver, Bua's works include sea turtles as well as birds. This hummingbird has acutely raised wings, a dropped tail, and incised feather detail. The underside of the elaborate base bears the maker's inked signature twice.
This fragile carving appears to be in good condition with little wear and is sold as found.

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Hummingbird on Flower, Joseph A. "Tony" Bua

Name: Hummingbird on Flower, Joseph A. \"Tony\" Bua
SKU: 121825823
Price: 400 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $100 - $10,000

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