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Dowitcher Decoy
Dowitcher Decoy
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Dowitcher
South Shore, MA, c. 1880
10 3/4 in. long

This bird is part of a recently discovered rig and is offered here in its as-found surface.
Old paint with moderate gunning wear and a replaced bill. Wing tips and tail were re-carved.
Condition
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