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Style: American Classical
Mid-Century Hand-Crafted and Hand-Painted Hardwood American Duck Decoy
Located in Germantown, MD
An Mid Century, large, Hand-crafted and Hand-Painted American life size Duck Decoy measuring 20" in width, 9" in depth and 13" in height.
Category

Mid-20th Century American American Classical Decoys

Materials

Hardwood, Paint

Mid-Century Hand-Crafted and Hand-Painted American Duck Decoy
Located in Germantown, MD
An Mid Century, large, Hand-crafted and Hand-Painted American life size Duck Decoy measuring 21" in width, 9" in depth and 9.5" in height.
Category

Mid-20th Century American American Classical Decoys

Materials

Ceramic, Plaster

Early 20th Century Hand-Crafted Hardwood American Duck Decoy
Located in Germantown, MD
An Early 20th Century Hand-crafted Hardwood American Duck Decoy measuring 18" in width, 7.5" in depth and 12" in height.
Category

Early 20th Century American American Classical Decoys

Materials

Hardwood

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American Classical decoys for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique American Classical decoys for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the Mid-20th Century, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage decoys created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include folk art and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with hardwood, wood and other materials. If you’re shopping for used American Classical decoys made in a specific country, there are North America, and United States pieces for sale on 1stDibs. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for decoys differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $581 and tops out at $581 while the average work can sell for $581.

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