2272

$1,777.50

PRIMITIVE SHEET COPPER ROOSTER WEATHERVANE.

First half 19th century. This folksy example of a stylized rooster of sheet copper and rivet construction with applied comb and waddle, the head with cylindrical neck tacked to the hollow body. The stylized arched tail tacked, folded and riveted along the edge and joined to the upper and lower body parts, now mounted on an iron rod joined to a weathered block of wood. Surfaces now well patenated with verdigris. SIZE: 27-1/2″ h including base x 18-1/2″ l. CONDITION: Well worn and weathered surfaces with in use patina and light corrosion now age darkened. The rivets and tacks and overall construction appear original and untouched, very good overall. 50621-2 (2,500-3,500) – Lot 2272

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Auction: Fine Art, Asian & Antique Auction - August 2016

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