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Decorative Shoveler and Bluebill Decoys by Bob Havel (b. 1934) Norfolk, NE

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Decorative Shoveler and Bluebill Decoys by Bob Havel (b. 1934) Norfolk, NE

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Decorative Shoveler and Bluebill Decoys
Bob Havel (b. 1934)
Norfolk, NE, 1973
14 in. long

A decorative shoveler drake and bluebill hen with raised wing tips and refined feather carved detail, signed in ink on bottom. Havel won three first place ribbons and best of show in 1976 at the National Decoy Competition.
Original paint with light wear.

Size
14 in. long

Condition
Original paint with light wear.

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Decorative Shoveler and Bluebill Decoys by Bob Havel (b. 1934) Norfolk, NE

Name: Decorative Shoveler and Bluebill Decoys by Bob Havel (b. 1934) Norfolk, NE
SKU: 176456573
Price: 375 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $200 - $300

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Starting Price $100

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