Elmer Crowell Life-size Gold Finch
A. Elmer Crowell (1862-1952) East Harwich, MA, c. 1930

The catalog record
A. Elmer Crowell (1862-1952) East Harwich, MA, c. 1930 3 1/4 in. tall and 4 1/4 in. long
This rare and bright gem was selected as a full-page feature in the Crowell monograph. The underside is signed, identified, and marked with the master's rectangular stamp signature. Original paint with light wear.
Provenance: Stephen H. Churchill Collection Private Collection
Literature: Stephen B. O'Brien Jr. and Chelsie W. Olney, "Elmer Crowell: Father of American Bird Carving," Hingham, MA, 2018, p. 205, exact carving illustrated.
Provenance
Stephen H. Churchill Collection Private Collection
Comparable sales
The 5 most recent Elmer Crowell Songbirds to cross the block.
| Sold | Condition | Paint | Brought |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Oct 2026 | — | Original | $1,750 |
| 14 Oct 2026 | — | Original | $1,500 |
| 14 Oct 2026 | — | Original | $1,375 |
| 14 Oct 2026 | — | Original | $1,375 |
| 14 Oct 2026 | — | Original | $1,063 |
Same maker and species, most recent first. Prices include the buyer's premium. All Elmer Crowell sales