Makers / Elmer Crowell / Preening Black Duck
Elmer Crowell Preening Black Duck
A. Elmer Crowell (1862-1952), East Harwich, Massachusetts
$93,000
Brought, including buyer's premium
Estimate $20,000–$30,000over estimate
Sold Jul 2025at Guyette & Deeter July 2025 Decoy & Sporting Art Auction
SpeciesPreening Black DuckPosePreenerSize16.5"PaintOriginal
The catalog record
Early preening black duck with raised crossed wingtips and relief tail feather carving. Chip carving between raised wingtips and tail. Measures 16.5" long.
Comparable sales
The 3 most recent Elmer Crowell Preening Black Duck to cross the block.
| Sold | Condition | Paint | Brought |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 2026 | — | — | $36,000 |
| Apr 2025 | — | Original | $324,000 |
| Apr 2024 | Excellent | Original | $480,000 |
Same maker and species, most recent first. Prices include the buyer's premium. All Elmer Crowell sales