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Antique 19th Century Folk Art Bird Hunting Tool and Decoy

$1,200
£912.55
€1,052.58
CA$1,680.98
A$1,881.35
CHF 982.36
MX$22,952.57
NOK 12,469.74
SEK 11,833.02
DKK 7,860.16
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About the Item

19th century French bird hunter's tool and decoy. This item was placed in the ground and wound up. The hunter would pull a string causing the head of the tool to rotate. With the reflection and movement, birds would mistake it for a bird that had landed below and found safe haven. The unsuspecting birds would fly towards the object below. Each tool is priced individually and comes with a custom iron wall mount so that the tool can be displayed. Great gift for hunting aficionados!
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 19 in (48.26 cm)Width: 9.5 in (24.13 cm)Depth: 5 in (12.7 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1880
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses.
  • Seller Location:
    Houston, TX
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: f91821609205521303fs

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