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Preening Mallard by Lemuel T. Ward (1896-1984)

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Preening Mallard by Lemuel T. Ward (1896-1984)

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Description

Preening Mallard
Lemuel T. Ward (1896-1984)
Crisfield, MD, 1965
13 in. long

A decorative preener with excellent paint and a hollow body. The underside displays the date, the maker's metal plate, and Lem's signature.
Original paint with light wear, slight chew to right wing tip, and some craquelure mostly to front of wings.

Provenance: Private Collection, Florida

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Preening Mallard by Lemuel T. Ward (1896-1984)

Name: Preening Mallard by Lemuel T. Ward (1896-1984)
SKU: 155707256
Price: 2100 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $3,500 - $5,500

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Starting Price $1,700

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