Elmer Crowell Rare Miniature Gull
A. Elmer Crowell (1862-1952) East Harwich, MA, c. 1930
The catalog record
A. Elmer Crowell (1862-1952) East Harwich, MA, c. 1930 5 1/2 in. long
An exceedingly rare miniature, indeed, it is the first offered by this firm. It is slightly larger than the typical Crowell miniature scale at 5 1/2 in. long. The underside is signed with the rectangular stamp. Original paint with even wear.
Provenance: Joseph D. Bates Jr. Collection, by descent in the family
Literature: Brian Cullity, "The Songless Aviary: The World of A.E. Crowell," Hyannis, MA, 1992, p. 96, DeNormandie example illustrated.
Provenance
Joseph D. Bates Jr. Collection, by descent in the family
Comparable sales
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