Makers / Elmer Crowell / Black Bellied Plover
Elmer Crowell Black Bellied Plover
A. Elmer Crowell (1862-1952), East Harwich, Massachusetts
$120,000
Brought, including buyer's premium
Estimate $30,000–$50,000over estimate
Sold Apr 2026at Guyette & Deeter April 2026 Decoy & Sporting Art Auction
SpeciesBlack Bellied PloverPoseTurned headSize7.5"ConditionExcellentPaintOriginalSize classMiniature / decorative
The catalog record
Rare decorative turned head black bellied plover. Head is turned approximately 110 degrees. Split tail carving. Maker’s crisp oval brand on underside. Measures 7.5” long, stands 9.5” tall.
Provenance
Jim and Diane Cook collection.
Comparable sales
The 5 most recent Elmer Crowell Black Bellied Plover to cross the block.
| Sold | Condition | Paint | Brought |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 2026 | Excellent | Original | $6,600 |
| Apr 2026 | — | Original | $9,600 |
| Nov 2025 | — | Original | $6,000 |
| Apr 2025 | — | — | $27,000 |
| Apr 2025 | — | Original | $24,000 |
Same maker and species, most recent first. Prices include the buyer's premium. All Elmer Crowell sales