Folk Art Coastal Bird

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Posted by dvermil
16 years ago
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Description Obviously hand carved wood. Very well balanced and secure when standing. When moved, legs stay attached, but are wobbly. Bird is/was mostly blue and white. Beak and legs were/are a pastel yellow. Eyes seem to be blue metal painted red. Head of bird is slightly turned to bird's left. Neck is attached to body with deep rusty nails? Head, legs, and feet seem to be carved to fit securely, no nails that I can find. Body is one piece of wood with what appears to be old worm holes? More photos available on request. Mom is now in an Alzheimer's unit. She loved this bird.
Category Folk Art
Medium Wood and metal
Distinguishing marks unknown
Condition Fair
Size and dimensions of this item 22.5 inches tall by 18.5 inches long by 8 inches wide
Date Period old, but unknown
Weight 10 - 15 pounds
History Mom's eclectic collection. Attended many auctions in the 80's and 90's
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Price Paid (If known) unknown
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mindbogglz 📚 Apprentice 16 years ago

If anyone can help, Mr Steven can...for free. Your bird looks amazing & real to me...hope you have a good one! http://www.decoyinfo.com/Free_Appraisals

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