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Curlew Pair by David B. Ward (1947-2020)

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Curlew Pair by David B. Ward (1947-2020)

Item Details

Description

Curlew Pair
David B. Ward (1947-2020)
Essex, CT, 1977
13 1/2 in. long

An early David Ward pair displaying raised-wing detail and comb feather paint. The pair also bears the maker?s ?DBW? stamp and is dated "77."
Original paint with light wear.

Provenance: Kirby Roberts Collection

Condition

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Dimensions

13.5 in

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Curlew Pair by David B. Ward (1947-2020)

Name: Curlew Pair by David B. Ward (1947-2020)
SKU: 169930170
Price: 3000 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $3,000 - $5,000

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Starting Price $1,500

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