LARGE IMPORTANT MOLDED COPPER PIG WEATHERVANE.

LARGE IMPORTANT MOLDED COPPER PIG WEATHERVANE. Last quarter 19th century. Attributed to L.W. Cushing & Son , Waltham , Massachusetts. Original worn and weathered gilt surfaces. This large full bodied example has applied sheet copper ears, a whimsically curled tail and a friendly expression. Includes museum stand. Note: An almost identical example sold at Christie’s New York January 2007, lot number 316. Another similar example sold by Skinner Auction Company of the Andy Williams Folk Art Collection March 3, 2013 Boston Gallery, lot 2. SIZE: 19-1/2″ h x 35″ l 4″ approximate w. CONDITION: Original surfaces as noted. Minor deterioration to solder at seam of back. Otherwise very good. 9-29531 (20,000-30,000)

Auction: Fine Art, Antiques & Asian - August 2013

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
	2189	$23,700.00	LARGE IMPORTANT MOLDED COPPER PIG WEATHERVANE. Last quarter 19th century. Attributed to L.W. Cushing & Son , Waltham , Massachusetts. Original worn and weathered gilt surfaces. This large full bodied example has applied sheet copper ears, a whimsically curled tail and a friendly expression. Includes museum stand. Note: An almost identical example sold at Christie’s New York January 2007, lot number 316. Another similar example sold by Skinner Auction Company of the Andy Williams Folk Art Collection March 3, 2013 Boston Gallery, lot 2. SIZE: 19-1/2″ h x 35″ l 4″ approximate w. CONDITION: Original surfaces as noted. Minor deterioration to solder at seam of back. Otherwise very good. 9-29531 (20,000-30,000) Auction: Fine Art, Antiques & Asian - August 2013 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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