Description

Coot
Mid-West, c. 1920
11 in. long

A well-carved mud hen with an incised "Mart" and coot foot on the underside.
Appears to be mostly original paint with gunning wear, a reset tail crack, and check along underside.

Condition

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Dimensions

7.5 x 11 x 5 in

Weight

2 lb

Coot

Name: Coot
SKU: 234211649
Price: 500 USD
Availability: InStock

Lot 0156

Estimate $1,000-$2,000Jul 9, 2026, 10:00 AM EDT

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