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Early Cobb Island Yellowlegs, Mackey Collection

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Early Cobb Island Yellowlegs, Mackey Collection

Cobb Island, Virginia, before 1900, carved and painted wood, ink stamped MACKEY COLLECTION, incised W branded on bottom.
Length 10. 5 in.
This early yellowlegs is attributed to be from the hunting rig of famous Chincoteague shorebird hunter Dan "Squealer" Whealton (1858-1943). Dan was still shooting shorebirds at the age of 82, years after it was outlawed. This decoy has an incised W brand.
Former collection of Bill Mackey.
From an Eastern Shore, Virginia Collector
Additional high-resolution photos are available at www.lelandlittle.com

Condition

Original paint with light gunning wear.

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Early Cobb Island Yellowlegs, Mackey Collection

Name: Early Cobb Island Yellowlegs, Mackey Collection
SKU: 178022245
Price: 800 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $50 - $25,000

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