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Miniature Least Tern, A. Elmer Crowell (1862-1952)

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Miniature Least Tern, A. Elmer Crowell (1862-1952)

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Miniature Least Tern
A. Elmer Crowell (1862-1952)
East Harwich, MA, c. 1940
2 in. tall

A rare species for the maker, this tern displays raised wings, a split tail, and finely painted bill detail. The underside bears a trimmed blue-paper label along with a "Donald B. Howes" ink stamp.
Original paint with minimal wear.

Provenance: Donald B. Howes Collection
Private Collection, Houston, Texas

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Miniature Least Tern, A. Elmer Crowell (1862-1952)

Name: Miniature Least Tern, A. Elmer Crowell (1862-1952)
SKU: 121780231
Price: 2300 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $2,000 - $3,000

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