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Preening Mallard by William Gibian (b. 1946)

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Preening Mallard by William Gibian (b. 1946)

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Description

Preening Mallard
William Gibian (b. 1946)
Onancock, VA, c. 1990
15 1/2 in. long

A Crowell-inspired raised-wing decorative with the maker's incised signature on the underside.
Original paint with light wear, faint spatter, and white line on breast.

Provenance: Wade and Sharon Wander Collection

Condition

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Preening Mallard by William Gibian (b. 1946)

Name: Preening Mallard by William Gibian (b. 1946)
SKU: 155707347
Price: 3000 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $2,000 - $3,000

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Starting Price $1,000

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