Elmer Crowell Black Duck
A. Elmer Crowell (1862-1952) East Harwich, MA, c. 1920
The catalog record
A. Elmer Crowell (1862-1952) East Harwich, MA, c. 1920 Retains a "Mackey Collection" ink stamp and Crowell's oval brand on the bottom. In old working repaint with gunning wear, reset bill, and missing neck filler.
Provenance: William J. Mackey, Jr. Collection John E. Lennon Collection
Literature: Richard A. Bourne Co. Inc., "Very Rare and Important American Bird Decoys, From the Collection of the late William J. Mackey, Jr. of Belford, New Jersey" Boston, MA, 1973, Session II, Lot 384, exact bird illustrated.
Provenance
William J. Mackey, Jr. Collection John E. Lennon Collection
Comparable sales
The 5 most recent Elmer Crowell Black Ducks to cross the block.
| Sold | Condition | Paint | Brought |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26 Sep 2026 | — | — | $42,000 |
| 26 Sep 2026 | — | — | $3,960 |
| Jul 2026 | — | — | $36,000 |
| Jul 2026 | — | Original | $5,400 |
| Jul 2026 | — | Original | $4,800 |
Same maker and species, most recent first. Prices include the buyer's premium. All Elmer Crowell sales