Elmer Crowell Miniature White Pelican

A. Elmer Crowell (1862-1952) East Harwich, MA, c. 1920 An early and extremely rare bird species by Crowell. This miniature is three and five-eighths inches tall, exhibits early dry original paint, a carved crest, a carved breast tuft, gracefully executed raised wings, and is signed by the maker in penned script "A.E. Crowell, maker, Cape Cod" on the bottom of the base. This is believed to be the first pelican carving by Crowell to come to light. Original condition with patina.

Provenance: Private Collection, purchased from the artist By descent in the family to current owner

Provenance

Private Collection, purchased from the artist By descent in the family to current owner