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Carolina Wren Family by Ernie F. Muehlmett (1927-2016)

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Carolina Wren Family by Ernie F. Muehlmett (1927-2016)

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Carolina Wren Family
Ernie F. Muehlmett (1927-2016)
Salisbury, MD, 1975
12 1/2 in. tall

A family of Carolina wrens on a driftwood base with the two hungry young below. Signed and dated on the bottom.
Original paint with light wear and a chipped bill tip of top bird.

Condition

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Carolina Wren Family by Ernie F. Muehlmett (1927-2016)

Name: Carolina Wren Family by Ernie F. Muehlmett (1927-2016)
SKU: 144123610
Price: 2100 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $100 - $10,000

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Starting Price $50

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