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Fish Decoy
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Fish Decoy

DateEarly. 20th century
MediumWood, iron scres-wye, iron tacks, lead weight, painted
DimensionsOL: 9"
Credit LineGift of Merle H. Glick
Object number1980.702.2
DescriptionWhite body with red spots, yellow head and red tail. Iron (possible nickel coated originally), upholstery tacks are used for eyes. Yellow paint can be seen beneath white paint on body. Lead weights (2), were probably poured molten into countersunk holes in underside of body. Carved.
ProvenanceMerle H. Glick; Pekin, IL
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Early 20th Century
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Early 20th Century
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Early 20th Century
Drum 1953-491
18th century
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Early 20th Century
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Possibly 1900-1930
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1895-1900 (probably)
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1895-1900 (probably)
1989-372, Easy Chair
1750-1770