1950s LEROY HOWELL ~FOLK ART FISH SPEARING DECOY~
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1950s LEROY HOWELL ~FOLK ART FISH SPEARING DECOY~ Closing : Jan-23-08 18:30:00 PST CLICK HERE TO BID! |
Here is a great opportunity for collectors to add a nice example of Leroy Howell's classic fish decoys to their collection. This decoy was purchased from the Howell family several years ago. It is guaranteed to be in original condition and is also guaranteed to be authentic. Leroy Howell is one of the top names in Old Time Minnesota fish decoy carving and his decoys are featured in all collector's reference books. For additional information on Howell check the back issues of Hunting and Fishing Collectibles Magazine for an in- depth feature article which reveals many formerly unknown details about this interesting man. Also check the reference book FOLK ART FISH DECOYS by Dr. Petersen. The length of this example is 6 1/2" and it is painted in an unusual color combination. The body is a creamy white and the head and tail are painted in a very unusal pinky/orange. If you are color collecting your 6 1/2" Howells this is going to be a must-have item. The condition of this decoy is as you see. There is paint wear and paint loss to the metal tail fin. The side fins are unpainted and were always this way. This decoy is in original, lightly fished or unfished condition. It has double incised eyes which are painted gold and black. the outline of the face is delicately carved and the decoy has excellent age and patina. Opportunities to add an investment quality Leroy Howell fish decoy to your collection do not come along very often so make sure to take advantage of this one. The age is 1950s.
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