Sold2024Pintail Drake Decoy by A. Elmer CrowellAn 18 1/2 inch Pintail drake decoy by A. Elmer Crowell (1862-1952), East Harwich, Cape Cod, MA, signed with the maker's oval brand on the bottom. Repainted by Martin Collins (b. 1960),See Sold Price
Sold2023Elmer Crowell Pintail Drake Duck DecoyEast Harwich, MA, glass eyes, solid body, old working paint, features makers oval brand on bottom, age crack in back & neck with gunning wear throughout, head is possibly an early replacement, Steve WSee Sold Price
Sold2017Elmer Crowell Drake Pintail Duck Decoyworking decoy with oval branded signature of Crowell and a Mackey Collection ink stamp on bottom.See Sold Price
Sold2023Three-Quarter-Size Mallard Drake Decoy by A. Elmer Crowell (1862-1952)Three-Quarter-Size Mallard Drake A. Elmer Crowell (1862-1952) East Harwich, MA, c. 1950 13 in. long This turned-head drake, finished with the maker's signature rasp marks on the breast, retains the CrSee Sold Price
Sold2016EARLY PINTAIL DRAKE by A. Elmer Crowell, East Harwich,EARLY PINTAIL DRAKE by A. Elmer Crowell, East Harwich, MA. Excellent working paint and sound structural condition. Solid body with weight removed. Retains rectangular Crowell stamp. Formerly in the coSee Sold Price
SoldMallard Drake 3/4 Size Decoy by A. Elmer Crowell (1862-1952)Mallard Drake 3/4 Size A. Elmer Crowell (1862-1952) East Harwich, MA, c. 1940 12 1/2 in. long This carving displays the Crowell rectangular stamp. Original paint with light wear.See Sold Price
Sold2022Miniature Green-Winged Teal Drake by CrowellA 3 1/2 inch miniature duck carving by A. Elmer Crowell (1862-1952), E. Harwich, MA, signed with his rectangular stamp on the bottom. In original paint and condition.See Sold Price
Sold2022Miniature Mallard Doublemount - A. E. CrowellA 6 1/4 inch pair of miniature mallards by A. Elmer Crowell (1862-1952), East Harwich, MA. The feeding drake is paired with a content hen and is signed with the maker's rectangular stamp. In originalSee Sold Price
Sold2022Miniature Widgeon Drake by CrowellA 3 3/4 inch miniature carving by A. Elmer Crowell (1862-1952), E. Harwich, MA, signed with his signature rectangular stamp. In fine original paint and condition.See Sold Price
Sold2022Miniature Goldeneye Drake by CrowellA 4 1/4 inch miniature carving by A. Elmer Crowell (1862-1952), E. Harwich MA, signed with his rectangular stamp on the bottom. In original paint and condition.See Sold Price
Sold2021Goldeneye drake, Elmer Crowell, East Harwich,Goldeneye drake, Elmer Crowell, East Harwich, Massachusetts. 14.5" long. Underside is unpainted and has two of Crowell's rectangular stamps. Decoy has been drilled for inset circular weight but neverSee Sold Price
Sold2022Pintail Drake Decoy, William Gibian (b. 1946)Pintail Drake William Gibian (b. 1946) Onancock, VA, 2000 17 1/2 in. long A hollow and refined pintail drake decoy with incised primary feather detail. The carving displays scratch-comb paint detail aSee Sold Price
Sold2021Early miniature bufflehead drake, Elmer Crowell, EastEarly miniature bufflehead drake, Elmer Crowell, East Harwich, Massachusetts, circa 1900. "Bufflehead" written on underside of base in pencil. Very simple and effective dry brush painting. 2.5" long.See Sold Price
Sold2024Pintail Drake Decoy by Norman Hudson (1898-1980)Pintail Drake Norman Hudson (1898-1980) Chincoteague, VA, c. 1925 18 in. long This large-bodied pintail was selected for Henry Stansbury's book on the Hudson family. While all of Ira Hudson's (1863-19See Sold Price
Sold2024Rare Calling Pintail Drake Decoy by Jack James Jr.A hollow 19 inch Pintail Drake decoy by Jack James Jr. (1935-1982), Hopewell, VA, signed and dated 1975 on the bottom of the bird. Exhibits glass eyes,a well carved open bill, secondary and primary feSee Sold Price
Sold2021Pintail Drake Decoy, Alton "Clay" Tillet (1913-1992)Alton "Clay" Tillet (1913-1992) Kitty Hawk, NC, c. 1930 16 1/2 in. long A pintail drake with an upright head by the son of carver Alfonso Tillet. The maker's "CT" initials are stamped in the undersideSee Sold Price
Sold2024Pintail Drake DecoyPintail Drake California 17 in. long This decoy is pictured in both West Coast books. "Bakke" is stenciled on the underside along with a painted "M. Hulrichs." Original paint with gunning wear, resetSee Sold Price
Sold2022Hand-Carved Pintail Drake Decoy by R.A. TorbertHand-Carved Pintail Drake Decoy by R.A. TorbertNOTE: A repair has been made on tail featherSee Sold Price
Sold2024Pintail Drake Decoy by Bob HaydenA 21 1/2 inch Pintail drake "Windy Creek" decoy by Bob Hayden from Montana. These decoys were also made by Tom Taber and Hersey Kyle, Jr. and many were made for Duck's Unlimited.See Sold Price
Sold2021BEN HEINEMANN DECORATIVE PINTAIL DRAKE DECOYBEN HEINEMANN DECORATIVE PINTAIL DRAKE DECOYDurham, North Carolina, 20th/21st CenturyGlass eyes. Raised feathers.Length 18”.See Sold Price
Sold2023Pintail Drake Decoy, Attributed to Richard JansonCarved and Painted Northern Pintail Drake Decoy, Attributed to Richard "Fresh Air Dick" Janson (Sonoma, California, 1872-1951). The wingtips carved, mounted with glass eyes, affixed with a weight. H:See Sold Price
Sold2016Pintail Drake Decoy, c 1940Item: Pintail drake decoy with a tail made from a paint brush handle Date: Circa 1940's Branded TADJ on bottom In original paint Dimensions: 7 x 6 x 19.5 inches Please note that this lot has a reserveSee Sold Price
Sold2022Signed Sleeping Pintail Drake DecoySigned sleeping Pintail Drake decoy by Steven R. Lay (b. 1951) of Havre de Grace, MD. Has painted eyes. Lay worked in Jimmy Pierce Shop as well as Madison Mitchell's. Measures 16" long. *notes- mild pSee Sold Price
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Copley Fine Art AuctionsEarly Canvasback Drake Decoy by "Fresh Air Dick" Janson (1872-1951) Sonoma Creek, CAUS$300
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Copley Fine Art AuctionsMallard, Teal, and Pintail Decoy by Gene Hendrickson (1899-1971) Northfield, NJUS$200