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Elmer Crowell Black Duck
A. Elmer Crowell (1862-1952) East Harwich, MA, c. 1930
$2,160
Brought, including buyer's premium
Estimate $1,400–$1,800over estimate
Sold Jul 2018at Copley, July 2018
SpeciesBlack DuckPoseTurned headSize17"PaintOriginal
The catalog record
A. Elmer Crowell (1862-1952) East Harwich, MA, c. 1930 17 in. long
A classic Crowell working decoy with a slightly turned head. Original paint with even gunning wear.
Literature: John and Shirley Delph, "New England Decoys," Exton, PA, 1990, p. 143, related decoy illustrated.
Comparable sales
The 5 most recent Elmer Crowell Black Ducks to cross the block.
| Sold | Condition | Paint | Brought |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26 Sep 2026 | — | — | $42,000 |
| 26 Sep 2026 | — | — | $3,960 |
| Jul 2026 | — | — | $36,000 |
| Jul 2026 | — | Original | $5,400 |
| Jul 2026 | — | Original | $4,800 |
Same maker and species, most recent first. Prices include the buyer's premium. All Elmer Crowell sales