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Elmer Crowell Miniature Wood Thrush
A. Elmer Crowell (1862-1952) East Harwich, MA, c. 1910
$2,280
Brought, including buyer's premium
Estimate $600–$900over estimate
Sold Jul 2021at Copley, July 2021
SpeciesSongbirdPaintOriginalFormMiniature
The catalog record
A. Elmer Crowell (1862-1952) East Harwich, MA, c. 1910 1 1/2 in. tall
An early miniature wood thrush with raised wing tips and the species' name inked upon the underside. Original paint with minimal wear and chip to end of bill tip.
Literature: Stephen B. O'Brien Jr. and Chelsie W. Olney, "Elmer Crowell: Father of American Bird Carving," Hingham, MA, 2019, p. 238, related examples illustrated.
Comparable sales
The 5 most recent Elmer Crowell Songbirds to cross the block.
| Sold | Condition | Paint | Brought |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Oct 2026 | — | Original | $1,750 |
| 14 Oct 2026 | — | Original | $1,500 |
| 14 Oct 2026 | — | Original | $1,375 |
| 14 Oct 2026 | — | Original | $1,375 |
| 14 Oct 2026 | — | Original | $1,063 |
Same maker and species, most recent first. Prices include the buyer's premium. All Elmer Crowell sales