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CHARLES BLACK DELAWARE VALLEY SLEEPING DUCK DECOY.

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CHARLES BLACK DELAWARE VALLEY SLEEPING DUCK DECOY.

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Description

Attributed to Charles Black, famed Delaware Valley decoy carver. A ca. early 1900’s, sleeping duck decoy in original paint, labeled on bottom with old informational/attribution paper tag. 6.5”H x 16.75”W x 5”D.

Condition

Good overall, minor paint wear.

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CHARLES BLACK DELAWARE VALLEY SLEEPING DUCK DECOY.

Name: CHARLES BLACK DELAWARE VALLEY SLEEPING DUCK DECOY.
SKU: 177908165
Price: 300 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $300 - $500

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Starting Price $150

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