Swamp Egret is Completed!



It measures 13.75" X 24".  Tomorrow Swamp Egret will be on her way to Florida! Would love to have hidden an alligator head in the water. Too late now!
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  1. I love egrets and this piece is excellent. Thanks for sharing it.

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