Duck decoy

Craftsmen labored over the anatomy, feathering, and coloration of decoys, even the hue of their glass eyes. This dedication to realism is obvious in the various ducks and shorebirds represented in these two cases. Decoys for shorebirds that became extinct in the 1920s ceased to be made and are now prized for their rarity. While decoys are appreciated as folk art, they serve the practical function of luring unsuspecting birds within range of a hunter’s rifle.