Description

Willet
Massachusetts, c. 1900
12 in. long

This decoy has a thin tail, fancy paint, a wire bill, and was carved from a two-inch board.
Original paint with gunning wear and touch-up to bill.

Provenance: Private Collection, Cape Cod

Condition

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Dimensions

7 x 12 x 2 in

Weight

0.5 lb

Willet

Name: Willet
SKU: 234227749
Price: 200 USD
Availability: InStock

Lot 0533

Estimate $400-$600Jul 10, 2026, 10:00 AM EDT

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