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Elmer Crowell Black Duck
A. Elmer Crowell (1862-1952) East Harwich, MA, c. 1915
SpeciesBlack DuckPaintOriginal
The catalog record
A. Elmer Crowell (1862-1952) East Harwich, MA, c. 1915 A racy Crowell gunning decoy with carved tail feathers and good head and bill detail. Marked with Crowell's oval brand. In original paint with minor gunning wear. A couple of shot scars; tight age line on one side; small scrape on bill; nail added to secure the head.
Literature: Adele Earnest, The Art of the Decoy: American Bird Carvings, New York, NY, 1965, p. 171.
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