1950s LEROY HOWELL SUCKER~FOLK ART FISH SPEARING DECOY
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1950s LEROY HOWELL SUCKER~FOLK ART FISH SPEARING DECOY Closing : Feb-19-08 10:59:39 PST CLICK HERE TO BID! |
Here is a great opportunity for collectors to add a wood tail, Leroy Howell Sucker to their collection. The large Sucker is a very tough fish decoy to find. The red and cream color combination is a Minnesota classic and the Sucker form with its sweeping, carved, wood tail is one of the most visually appealing of all of Howell's designs. 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 8 1/2" and has double incised eyes and a wonderfully folky Sucker form. The right fin is partially corroded away from storage but overall the decoy is in beautiful condition. Wood tail Howell decoys are thought to be among his folkiest, most visually appealing designs and collector interest in them is very high. This decoy is in original, lightly fished condition. There are a few scuffs and nicks hear and there and the lower tail tip is lightly worn. 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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April 6th, 2008 at 2:06 pm
Is this fish available for purchase, and what is the price?