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Reaching Brant Decoy attributed to Roland Dexter

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Reaching Brant Decoy attributed to Roland Dexter

Item Details

Description

Reaching Brant
Roland Dexter (attr.)
Fortuna, CA
24 1/2 in. long

An oversize reaching brant with a plywood head and hollow underside.
Old layers of paint with heavy gunning wear and a loose keel.

Provenance: Richard and Dorothy Wheeler Collection

Condition

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Dimensions

24.5 in

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Reaching Brant Decoy attributed to Roland Dexter

Name: Reaching Brant Decoy attributed to Roland Dexter
SKU: 169930296
Price: 200 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $600 - $900

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Starting Price $300

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