Elmer Crowell Exquisite Yellowlegs On Shell

A. Elmer Crowell (1862-1952) East Harwich, MA, c. 1930 8 1/4 in. tall

An exquisite small mantel bird with a turned and uplifted head in a lively posture mounted on a carved clamshell base. This specific execution is notable for its particularly fine paint, thin neck, and pronounced breast. The underside of the base is signed with Crowell's rectangular stamp. Excellent original paint with light wear. Thigh putty and one and one-half inches of bill restored.

Provenance: Estate of William S. Sachse

Literature: Stephen B. O'Brien Jr. and Chelsie W. Olney, "Elmer Crowell: Father of American Bird Carving," Hingham, MA, 2019, pp. 214-215, related yellowlegs illustrated.

Provenance

Estate of William S. Sachse