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Lot of 2 hardcover books. One of the books is "Decoys A North American Survey" by Gene and Linda Kangas. This 331 page book is very informative and encompasses the major decoy making areas of North American which were located along the four major waterfowl migration routes. Book is intended to assist the reader in developing an awareness, appreciation and overall perspective of characteristics and history. The 2nd book is "New England Decoys" by Shirley and John Delph. This 159 page book features some of the best New England carvers, as well over 250 pictures of hand made ducks of Maine, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Vermont, Connecticut, and Massachusetts.
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William Shaw Mallard Drake, Lacon Illinois. Repaint by Helen Hageman, glass eyes, hollow with lead weight on the bottom, decoy is in very good condition. Measures 16" long, 5" wide,...
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Pintail by the Pratt Factory, Joliet Illinois. Circa 1930's, original paint with heavy varnish, glass eyes, head comes off of the dowel rod, but structurally sound with hunter wear. Measures...
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Unknown wooden duck call. Brass band, single plastic reed, works, measures 5" long.
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Mason Factory, Slope Breasted Mallard Hen, Detroit, Michigan. Early example in original paint, Circa 1915. Solid decoy with hunter wear, measures 17" long, 5" wide, 6-1/2" tall