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Snow Goose Decoy attributed to Aubrey Kent (b. 1894)

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Snow Goose Decoy attributed to Aubrey Kent (b. 1894)

Item Details

Description

Snow Goose
Aubrey Kent (b. 1894) (attr.)
Vancouver Island, WA, c. 1930
19 1/2 in. long

A rare species with a razor back and hollow body from the Fraser River Delta.
Old paint with moderate gunning wear.

Provenance: Richard and Dorothy Wheeler Collection

Condition

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Dimensions

19.5 in

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Snow Goose Decoy attributed to Aubrey Kent (b. 1894)

Name: Snow Goose Decoy attributed to Aubrey Kent (b. 1894)
SKU: 169930294
Price: 600 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $2,000 - $3,000

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Starting Price $1,000

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