Hand-carved wooden Rainbow Trout fish decoy by unknown carver. It has a detailed, folk-art appearance with a slightly rustic finish. The body is painted in natural tones — mostly green along the top, fading into reddish-brown and cream along the sides and belly. There are small dark spots across the body to mimic scales or natural fish markings.
The decoy includes fins (top, bottom, and sides), and the dorsal fin appears textured or patterned. Near the head, there’s a simple painted eye and a curved red line to suggest the gill. The fish’s mouth is slightly open, and the overall carving is streamlined — designed to resemble a realistic fish while maintaining a hand-crafted, artistic look.

Decoys like this are often associated with Midwestern or Great Lakes carving traditions, and depending on provenance, it could be linked to a known carver or regional style. The folk-art quality, balanced proportions, and original paint make it desirable for both decoy collectors and folk art enthusiasts.
Michigan, Minnesota, Illinois, Wisconsin