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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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