Makers / Elmer Crowell / Preening Black Duck
Elmer Crowell Preening Black Duck
A. Elmer Crowell (1862-1952), East Harwich, Massachusetts
$36,000
Brought, including buyer's premium
Estimate $20,000–$30,000over estimate
Sold Jul 2026at Guyette & Deeter July 2026 Decoy & Sporting Art Auction
SpeciesPreening Black DuckPosePreenerSize16.5"
The catalog record
Early preening black duck. Deep relief crossed wingtips and relief tail feather carving. Chip carving on tail area. Maker's rectangle stamp on underside. Measures 16.5" long.
Provenance
Carolyn Rowland collection. Deborah and Martin Maloy collection.
Comparable sales
The 3 most recent Elmer Crowell Preening Black Duck to cross the block.
| Sold | Condition | Paint | Brought |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 2025 | — | Original | $93,000 |
| 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