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Black-Bellied Plover Decoy by John McAnney (1866-1949)

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Black-Bellied Plover Decoy by John McAnney (1866-1949)

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Description

Black-Bellied Plover
John McAnney (1866-1949)
New Gretna, NJ, c. 1910
11 in. long

A plump plover decoy with pronounced head carving.
Original paint with moderate gunning wear and filled chip to underside of bill.

Provenance: Dr. Morton D. Kramer Collection
Private Collection

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Black-Bellied Plover Decoy by John McAnney (1866-1949)

Name: Black-Bellied Plover Decoy by John McAnney (1866-1949)
SKU: 144124351
Price: 750 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $600 - $900

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