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Carved "Borrett" Owl with Wings
Estimate:
CA$600 - CA$800
Sold
CA$1,400
Live Auction
Canadiana
Size
24.25" x 11" x 8".
Category
Description
A carved Great Horned Owl with articulated wings by Mike Borrett, a decoy carver from Madison, Wisconsin. The owl has glass eyes, nicely painted detail, and is mounted on a carved wooden base. Pulling the cord at the front will move the hinged wings of the bird. The artist’s name “Borrett” is impressed on the back of the owl. Very good overall condition, excellent original paint with minimal imperfections and light wear. 4th quarter 20th century.
Provenance
From the Wendy B. Hamilton and late Bill Hamilton Lifetime Collection.