Makers / Elmer Crowell / Curlew
Elmer Crowell Curlew
A. Elmer Crowell (1862-1952), East Harwich, Massachusetts
$192,000
Brought, including buyer's premium
Estimate $100,000–$150,000over estimate
Sold Apr 2026at Guyette & Deeter April 2026 Decoy & Sporting Art Auction
SpeciesCurlewSize16.5"ConditionMintPaintOriginalSize classMiniature / decorative
The catalog record
Early decorative walking curlew. Relief wingtip carving and appealing early base style. Maker’s oval brand on underside. A very important example. Measures 16.5” long, stands 11.25” tall.
Provenance
Jim and Diane Cook collection.
Comparable sales
The 4 most recent Elmer Crowell Curlew to cross the block.
| Sold | Condition | Paint | Brought |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 2026 | Excellent | Original | $51,000 |
| Apr 2026 | Excellent | Original | $138,000 |
| Nov 2025 | Excellent | Original | $114,000 |
| Nov 2024 | — | Original | $36,000 |
Same maker and species, most recent first. Prices include the buyer's premium. All Elmer Crowell sales