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Mark McNair Black Duck Decoy

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Craddockville, VA, glass eyes, hollow body, excellent original paint with wonderful subtle feather detail, beautiful form in preening position, relief carved & raised wingtip, makers brand on bottom, 16"L, est. 2,500 - 3,500

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Mark McNair Black Duck Decoy

Name: Mark McNair Black Duck Decoy
SKU: 125040237
Price: 2750 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $100 - $10,000

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