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Elmer Crowell Curlew Head

A. Elmer Crowell (1862-1952) East Harwich, MA, c. 1915

Elmer Crowell – Curlew Head – 2022
$4,200
Brought, including buyer's premium
Sold Mar 2022at Copley, March 2022

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SpeciesCurlewSize9.5"PaintOriginal

The catalog record

A. Elmer Crowell (1862-1952) East Harwich, MA, c. 1915 head measures 9 1/2 in. long

A life-size, half-model of a curlew head mounted on a beveled-edge oval base. This early decorative work showcases the master's exceptional blended plumage. The backside bears the maker's crisp oval brand. Original paint with light wear and very minor darkening to edge of bill.

Literature: Brian Cullity, "The Songless Aviary: The World of A. E. Crowell & Son," Hyannis, MA, 1992, pp. 84, 115, and 118, related head carvings illustrated and discussed.

Comparable sales

The 5 most recent Elmer Crowell Curlews to cross the block.

SoldConditionPaintBrought
Jul 2026ExcellentOriginal$51,000
Apr 2026MintOriginal$192,000
Apr 2026ExcellentOriginal$138,000
Feb 2026—Original$2,880
Nov 2025ExcellentOriginal$114,000

Same maker and species, most recent first. Prices include the buyer's premium. All Elmer Crowell sales