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Two Miniature Passenger Pigeons, James Joseph Ahearn

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Two Miniature Passenger Pigeons, James Joseph Ahearn

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Description

James Joseph Ahearn (1904-1963)
Stamford, CT, c. 1950
7 in. wingspan

A rare species for the maker.
As found.

Provenance: William K. du Pont Collection

Condition

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Two Miniature Passenger Pigeons, James Joseph Ahearn

Name: Two Miniature Passenger Pigeons, James Joseph Ahearn
SKU: 96581555
Price: 1200 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $100 - $10,000

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