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Frank Strey Rare Oversize Black Duck

Frank Strey (1890-1966) Oshkosh, WI, c. 1920

Frank Strey – Rare Oversize Black Duck – 2022
$300
Brought, including buyer's premium
Sold Mar 2022at Copley, March 2022

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SpeciesBlack DuckSize19"

The catalog record

Frank Strey (1890-1966) Oshkosh, WI, c. 1920 19 in. long

A hump-backed decoy with incised bill detail, a gently sloped breast, and an upswept paddle tail. The underside is rigged with a carefully inset weight and anchor tie. In working paint with gunning wear.

Provenance: Lew Horton Collection

Provenance

Lew Horton Collection

Comparable sales

The 1 most recent Frank Strey Black Duck to cross the block.

SoldConditionPaintBrought
Apr 2023—Original$600

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