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Elmer Crowell Exceedingly Rare Miniature Swimming Goose Decoy
A. Elmer Crowell (1862-1952) East Harwich, MA, c. 1920
$13,200
Brought, including buyer's premium
Estimate $5,000–$8,000over estimate
Sold Jul 2022at Copley, July 2022
SpeciesGoose (unspecified)PoseSwimmingSize6.75"PaintOriginalFormMiniature
The catalog record
A. Elmer Crowell (1862-1952) East Harwich, MA, c. 1920 6 3/4 in. long
This rare carving is among Crowell's finest miniature efforts. Regarding its rarity, there are few, if any, known Crowell swimming geese at any scale. This special work was finished with carved tail feathers, glass eyes, and very fine blended paint. Original paint with light wear and very minor touch-up at neck seam.
Provenance: Michael Boxer Collection
Provenance
Michael Boxer Collection
Comparable sales
The 4 most recent Elmer Crowell geese, species not given to cross the block.
| Sold | Condition | Paint | Brought |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 2026 | — | Original | $1,680 |
| Nov 2023 | — | Original | $1,200 |
| Jul 2013 | — | — | $748 |
| Jul 2011 | — | Repaint | $115 |
Same maker and species, most recent first. Prices include the buyer's premium. All Elmer Crowell sales