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Jul 27, 2017 - Jul 28, 2017
Long-Tailed Duck Drake
Mark English (1872-1968)
Northfield, NJ, c. 1900
13 in. long
A fine hollow example of a very rare species from the region. The maker's early hand painted initials, "M.E." are under the tail.
In original paint with even gunning wear.
Provenance: Mark English Rig
Donal C. O'Brien, Jr. Collection
Literature: Paul A. Johnsgard, "The Bird Decoy: An American Art Form," Lincoln, NE, 1976, p. 66, pl. 62, rigmate illustrated.
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