Elmer Crowell Miniature Preening Pintail Drake

A. Elmer Crowell (1862-1952) East Harwich, MA, c. 1920

An extremely rare turned-head miniature carving with the maker's "A. E. Crowell & Son, Bird Carving, E. Harwich, Mass." dark blue paper label on the bottom of the base. Crowell made very few preening miniatures; this carving represents a rare opportunity to acquire a version in miniature of the maker's most iconic species and form. Original paint with minimal wear and touch-up to tip of the tail.

Provenance: Private Collection

Literature: Decoys Unlimited, Inc., "Our Annual Cape Cod Decoy Auction," Bourne, MA, 2004, lot 11, front cover, exact carving illustrated.

Provenance

Private Collection