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Snowy Egret, William Gibian (b. 1946)

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Item Details

Description

Snowy Egret
William Gibian (b. 1946)
Onancock, VA, c. 1995
16 1/2 in. tall, 18 in. long

A wading snowy egret with fine crest detail, a dropped tail, and the maker's incised signature on the underside.
Original paint with light wear.

Provenance: Private Collection, acquired from the artist

Condition

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Snowy Egret, William Gibian (b. 1946)

Name: Snowy Egret, William Gibian (b. 1946)
SKU: 130605276
Price: 1500 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $100 - $10,000

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