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Rare Early Wigeon Hen Decoy by Robert "Bob" White (b. 1939)

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Rare Early Wigeon Hen
Robert "Bob" White (b. 1939)
Tullytown, PA, c. 1970
13 1/2 in. long

A rare early decorative showcasing this living legend during his early decorative carving career, an era when White was winning blue ribbons and Best-in-Show at the U.S. National Decoy Show. Highly detailed paint and crossed and raised wing-tip carving. Signed twice and cold stamped "Robert White" on the underside.
Original paint with light wear.

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Rare Early Wigeon Hen Decoy by Robert "Bob" White (b. 1939)

Name: Rare Early Wigeon Hen Decoy by Robert \"Bob\" White (b. 1939)
SKU: 161675968
Price: 1000 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $2,000 - $3,000

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