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On Sunday 13 July, the Tempo Half Marathon will begin and end at Compton Verney.

Please note that we are still open to visitors on this day, however there will be a rolling road block in the morning, and the site may be busier than usual due to this event so please allow yourself more time to travel.

The image shows the interior of an art gallery exhibiting various sculptures and artifacts related to Victorian objects. The space features exposed wooden beams on the ceiling, contrasted with modern white walls. The exhibits are arranged throughout the room, including a large

FOLK ART

Pair of Whistling Partridge Decoys

Artist: Unknown
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Each of these decoys, with its detailed plumage, has an opening in its throat through which the wind would blow, producing a sound similar to the whistling of a partridge.

Details

Artist
Unknown
Title
Pair of Whistling Partridge Decoys
Date
Between 1850-1900
Medium
Tôle peinte (painted metal sheet)
Dimensions
H: 24cm
Reference
CVCSC:0138.1
Collection
Folk Art
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