Description:
Merganser Hen Decoy, possibly Cape Cod, Massachusetts, early 20th century, with incised eyes, bill, and wings, old surface, (bill repaired, retouch, abrasions),ht. 6 1/8, wd. 6, lg. 16 3/8 in.
Estimate $300-500
Couple 1/2 in. dents on one side under wing, tail end is a little chipped, appears head was off for the bill repairs, possibly original surface with portions of bill, back, and tail repainted.
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