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Black Duck Decoy, A. Elmer Crowell (1862-1952)

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Black Duck Decoy, A. Elmer Crowell (1862-1952)

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Black Duck
A. Elmer Crowell (1862-1952)
East Harwich, MA, c. 1920
17 in. long

A classic working black duck with a turned head by the Cape Cod master. The underside bears a blue and white collection sticker with the inscription: "7/13/76 Pleasant Bay Antiques Crowell black duck in original paint" and a related inscription has been written directly on the carving as well.
Original paint with moderate gunning wear. Original scar in left wing.

Provenance: Pleasant Bay Antiques
Private Collection, Connecticut

Literature: Stephen B. O'Brien Jr. and Chelsie W. Olney, "Elmer Crowell: Father of American Bird Carving," Hingham, MA, 2019, pp. 232-233, black ducks illustrated.

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Black Duck Decoy, A. Elmer Crowell (1862-1952)

Name: Black Duck Decoy, A. Elmer Crowell (1862-1952)
SKU: 121825661
Price: 1800 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $1,500 - $2,500

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