Revised: 8/24/2015

Please note: At least one individual believes this vane to be 20th century versus 19th century. We also note in reviewing the descriptions in the two scholarly weathervane books. One book states it to be early 20th century and the other one says circa 1890. We cannot be certain of the age thus will not guarantee it. However, the former owner, an elderly family, did indicate that they acquired the weathervane over 40 years ago and had it in their collection since then.

RARE FULL BODY CAST ZINC FIGURAL WEATHERVANE OF A LEAPING CAT.

Circa 1880, American. A playful animated form in weathered surface cast in sections and assembled with solder. Set on a copper standard bar. Reference: Christie’s: Important American Furniture, Folk Art, Prints and Decoys; New York, Rockefeller Plaza; January 17-18, 2008; Sale 1959, lot 763; A Molded Copper Cat Weathervane; Price realized $55,000. Robert Bishop and Patricia Coblentz; A Gallery of American Weathervanes and Whirligigs; New York; 1981; pg 67; fig 108. Charles Klamkin; Weathervanes; New York; 1973; pg 139. SIZE: 12-1/4″ h x 24″ l. Overall 32″ l. PROVENANCE: From a CT/NY private collection. CONDITION: Fine weathered surfaces with old solder strengthening to vertical pole at top of cat. In use patina. 49274-19 (20,000-50,000) – Lot 2159

Auction: Fine Art, Asian & Antiques - August 2015

Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

Image	Lot	Price	Description
	2159	$8,295.00	Revised: 8/24/2015 Please note: At least one individual believes this vane to be 20th century versus 19th century. We also note in reviewing the descriptions in the two scholarly weathervane books. One book states it to be early 20th century and the other one says circa 1890. We cannot be certain of the age thus will not guarantee it. However, the former owner, an elderly family, did indicate that they acquired the weathervane over 40 years ago and had it in their collection since then. RARE FULL BODY CAST ZINC FIGURAL WEATHERVANE OF A LEAPING CAT. Circa 1880, American. A playful animated form in weathered surface cast in sections and assembled with solder. Set on a copper standard bar. Reference: Christie’s: Important American Furniture, Folk Art, Prints and Decoys; New York, Rockefeller Plaza; January 17-18, 2008; Sale 1959, lot 763; A Molded Copper Cat Weathervane; Price realized $55,000. Robert Bishop and Patricia Coblentz; A Gallery of American Weathervanes and Whirligigs; New York; 1981; pg 67; fig 108. Charles Klamkin; Weathervanes; New York; 1973; pg 139. SIZE: 12-1/4″ h x 24″ l. Overall 32″ l. PROVENANCE: From a CT/NY private collection. CONDITION: Fine weathered surfaces with old solder strengthening to vertical pole at top of cat. In use patina. 49274-19 (20,000-50,000) – Lot 2159 Auction: Fine Art, Asian & Antiques - August 2015 Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

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RARE FULL BODY CAST ZINC FIGURAL WEATHERVANE OF A LEAPING CAT.