Lot 0138

Rare Canada Goose Decoy by August "Gus" Moak (1852-1942)

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Rare Canada Goose Decoy by August "Gus" Moak (1852-1942)

Item Details

Description

Rare Canada Goose
August "Gus" Moak (1852-1942)
Tustin, WI, c. 1920
21 1/2 in. long

This hollow decoy has an "RWA" brand on the bottom board for Robert Abrahamson, a Lake Winnebago guide.
Original paint with heavy gunning wear, neck crack, and possible working repaint on head.

Provenance: Robert Abrahamson Rig
Private Collection, Wisconsin

Condition

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Dimensions

21.5 in

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Rare Canada Goose Decoy by August "Gus" Moak (1852-1942)

Name: Rare Canada Goose Decoy by August \"Gus\" Moak (1852-1942)
SKU: 169882210
Price: 3250 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $3,000 - $5,000

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Starting Price $1,500

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