Makers / Elmer Crowell / Merganser
Elmer Crowell Swimming Merganser
A. Elmer Crowell (1862-1952), East Harwich, MA, c. 1920
$3,875
Brought, including buyer's premium
Hammer $3,100Estimate $1,000–$3,000over estimate
SpeciesMerganserConfigDrakePoseSwimmingSize19"
The catalog record
Swimming Merganser Decoy A. Elmer Crowell (1862-1952) East Harwich, MA, c. 1920 19 in. long
A classic swimming red-breasted merganser drake with Elmer Crowell's oval brand in the underside. The head has deep bill carving on the front and rasping on the back. Fluted tail carvings. Restored with wear and crack along underside.
Comparable sales
The 5 most recent Elmer Crowell Mergansers to cross the block.
| Sold | Condition | Paint | Brought |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26 Sep 2026 | — | — | $3,840 |
| 26 Sep 2026 | — | — | $1,920 |
| Jul 2026 | — | Original | $72,000 |
| Mar 2026 | — | Original | $900 |
| Feb 2026 | — | Original | $18,000 |
Same maker and species, most recent first. Prices include the buyer's premium. All Elmer Crowell sales