Makers / Augustus Moak / Canvasback
Augustus Moak Canvasback
Canvasback drake, Gus Moak, Tustin, Wisconsin, 2nd quarter 20th century.
$1,500
Brought, including buyer's premium
Estimate $2,000–$3,000under estimate
Sold Apr 2023at Guyette & Deeter Spring 2023 Decoy & Sporting Art Auction
SpeciesCanvasbackConfigDrakePoseTurned headSize17"PaintRepaint
The catalog record
Hollow carved with slightly turned head and raised neck seat. "GR" painted on the underside. Measures 17" long.
Provenance
Provenance: Herb Desch collection.
Comparable sales
The 5 most recent Augustus Moak Canvasback to cross the block.
| Sold | Condition | Paint | Brought |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 2026 | — | Original | $4,500 |
| 25 Jun 2026 | — | Repaint | $570 |
| 18 Jun 2026 | — | Repaint | $630 |
| 25 Oct 2024 | — | Repaint | $420 |
| Jul 2024 | — | Original | $12,000 |
Same maker and species, most recent first. Prices include the buyer's premium. All Augustus Moak sales