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William Burtch Black Duck

William Burtch Alexandria Bay, NY, c. 1925

William Burtch – Black Duck – 2009
$403
Brought, including buyer's premium
Estimate $700–$1,200under estimate
Sold Jul 2009at Copley, July 2009

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SpeciesBlack DuckConditionGoodPaintOriginal

The catalog record

William Burtch Alexandria Bay, NY, c. 1925 This racy decoy epitomizes the Alexandria Bay style, with grooved cheeks, sleek body, and flared tail carving. The tail is inset to prevent splitting. Displays finely combed paint on back. In good original paint with light gunning wear; old working repair to neck. Rubs to front and back of lower right side.

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