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Thomas Willet x French Collection

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Wonderful original large working willet by Charles Thomas of Assinippi, Massachusetts. Slightly over fifteen inches long. Carved wings with raised wing tips. One small (less than ¼") flake to paint on right side and a few rubs to paint on bill. Surface protected with a thin coat of wax or sealer. Written under tail "Willet – N.H.". Old label reads "Willet – Newburyport – from Mackey – 1957". A New England shorebird classic. 3000-4500 Provenance: William Mackey, Joe French collection.

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