RARE WILLIE ROSS MINIATURE DECOYS.

RARE WILLIE ROSS MINIATURE DECOYS. Willie Ross (1878-1954), Chebeague Island, Maine. 2nd quarter 20th century. A group of eight handpainted and carved miniature decoys depicting primarily Mergansers, both drakes and hens; retaining original painted surfaces, now with excellent patina. These unsigned examples were carved as a gift to a direct family member and were subsequently passed down to the current owner, a descendant of the family through marriage. A letter of provenance written by the owner accompanies this lot. SIZE: 3 decoys ranging approx. 3-3/4″ l. to 4-3/4″ l. 5 decoys ranging approx. 2″ l. to 2-1/2″ l. PROVENANCE: Family of the carver. CONDITION: Excellent untouched original condition. 9-95189 (5,000-8,000)

Auction: Fine Art, Antiques & Asian - Winter 2009

Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

Image	Lot	Price	Description
	1064	$7,762.50	RARE WILLIE ROSS MINIATURE DECOYS. Willie Ross (1878-1954), Chebeague Island, Maine. 2nd quarter 20th century. A group of eight handpainted and carved miniature decoys depicting primarily Mergansers, both drakes and hens; retaining original painted surfaces, now with excellent patina. These unsigned examples were carved as a gift to a direct family member and were subsequently passed down to the current owner, a descendant of the family through marriage. A letter of provenance written by the owner accompanies this lot. SIZE: 3 decoys ranging approx. 3-3/4″ l. to 4-3/4″ l. 5 decoys ranging approx. 2″ l. to 2-1/2″ l. PROVENANCE: Family of the carver. CONDITION: Excellent untouched original condition. 9-95189 (5,000-8,000) Auction: Fine Art, Antiques & Asian - Winter 2009 Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

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