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Elmer Crowell Swimming Red-breasted Merganser Pair
A. Elmer Crowell (1862-1952) East Harwich, MA, c. 1920
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The catalog record
A. Elmer Crowell (1862-1952) East Harwich, MA, c. 1920 A matched pair of decoys in swimming positions. Crowell's oval brand on bottom of each. Beautifully reconditioned to emulate their original gunning form, "Restored & Painted by K. E. DeLong, Hyannis Port, 1978" painted on underside of each.
Provenance: Dr. John M. Levinson Collection
Literature: Jeff Waingrow, American Wildfowl Decoys, New York, NY, 1985, pp. 100-101.
Provenance
Dr. John M. Levinson Collection
Comparable sales
The 5 most recent Elmer Crowell Mergansers to cross the block.
| Sold | Condition | Paint | Brought |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Oct 2026 | — | — | $3,875 |
| 26 Sep 2026 | — | — | $3,840 |
| 26 Sep 2026 | — | — | $1,920 |
| Jul 2026 | — | Original | $102,000 |
| Jul 2026 | — | Original | $72,000 |
Same maker and species, most recent first. Prices include the buyer's premium. All Elmer Crowell sales