Augustus Moak Bluebill Drake

August "Gus" Moak (1852-1942) Tustin, WI, c. 1920 A slightly turned-head decoy with a paddle tail exhibiting glass eyes, incised bill definition, and original rigging. While Moak made mostly canvasback decoys, his bluebills are difficulty to obtain in original condition. Original paint with gunning wear and age lines.

Literature: Donna Tonelli, "Fish and Fowl Decoys of the Great Lakes," Atglen, PA, 2002, p. 211, similar decoy illustrated.