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Artist unidentified, “Sturgeon”, United States, 20th century, Paint on wood, sheet metal, nails…
Sturgeon Decoy
Artist unidentified, “Sturgeon”, United States, 20th century, Paint on wood, sheet metal, nails…
Artist unidentified, “Sturgeon”, United States, 20th century, Paint on wood, sheet metal, nails, 4 × 19 × 5 1/2 in., Collection American Folk Art Museum, New York, Gift of Robert Bishop, 1992.10.15. Photo by Kristine Larsen
Record Details

Sturgeon Decoy

Date20th century
MediumPaint on wood, sheet metal, nails
Dimensions4 x 19 x 5 1/2 " (10.2 x 48.3 x 14 cm)
Credit LineGift of Robert Bishop
Accession number1992.10.15
Description

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