A. Elmer Crowell (1862-1951), East Harwich, Massachusetts.
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Description
Red-breasted merganser circa 1905. Pre-brand example with head in slightly tucked and forward head pose. From the rig of Frank Gilbert Hinsdale (1874-1940), Mattapoisett, Massachusetts. Measures 18" long.
Literature: "New England Decoys", Shirley and John Delph, page 118, exact decoy pictured. "Top of the Line Hunting Collectibles", by Donna Tonelli, page 86, exact decoy pictured.
Provenance: Ted and Judy Harmon collection. Tom Winstel collection. Alan and Elaine Haid collection.
Literature: "New England Decoys", Shirley and John Delph, page 118, exact decoy pictured. "Top of the Line Hunting Collectibles", by Donna Tonelli, page 86, exact decoy pictured.
Provenance: Ted and Judy Harmon collection. Tom Winstel collection. Alan and Elaine Haid collection.
Condition
Original paint with almost no wear; hairline separation in one side of neck seat; tiny amount of flaking on tip of bill and tail.
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A. Elmer Crowell (1862-1951), East Harwich, Massachusetts.
Estimate $40,000 - $60,000
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