Elmer Crowell Kingfisher With Yellow Perch

A. Elmer Crowell (1862-1952) East Harwich, MA, c. 1935 7 1/2 in. long

A rare Crowell kingfisher mantel carving with a dropped tail and a fish held in its bill. It is noteworthy that this bird retains its original Crowell-carved fish. The carving is signed by the maker with his rectangular stamp on the underside of the base. Original paint with light wear, including chips to two toe tips.

Provenance: Joseph B. French Collection Private Collection, Cape Cod

Literature: Stephen B. O'Brien Jr. and Chelsie W. Olney, "Elmer Crowell: Father of American Bird Carving," Hingham, MA, 2019, p. 265, related example illustrated.

Provenance

Joseph B. French Collection Private Collection, Cape Cod