Makers / Elmer Crowell / Tern
Elmer Crowell Tern
A. Elmer Crowell (1862-1951), East Harwich, Massachusetts
$3,600
Brought, including buyer's premium
Estimate $4,000–$6,000under estimate
Sold Nov 2025at Guyette & Deeter November 2025 Decoy & Sporting Art Auction
SpeciesTernSize6.5"ConditionExcellentPaintOriginal
The catalog record
Half size tern. split tail feather carving. Maker's rectangle stamp on underside of base that is chip carved and painted like water. Tern measures 6.5" long, base measures 7" across.
Provenance
Ted and Judy Harmon collection.
Comparable sales
The 5 most recent Elmer Crowell Tern to cross the block.
| Sold | Condition | Paint | Brought |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 2026 | — | Original | $2,400 |
| Feb 2026 | — | Original | $9,600 |
| Nov 2025 | — | Original | $14,400 |
| Jul 2025 | Excellent | Original | $8,400 |
| Apr 2024 | Excellent | Original | $1,920 |
Same maker and species, most recent first. Prices include the buyer's premium. All Elmer Crowell sales