Antique Weathervanes

An unusual form for a weathervane, this example is clearly one of a kind, handmade -- and extremely well executed and detailed.

Rooster Weathervane by A. L. Jewell, Waltham, Massachusetts.

A singular effort and most unusual form for an eagle weathervane. Probably patterned by a skilled metalworker after the famous Jewell eagle.

Attributed to Fiske & Co., New York Last quarter of the 19th century Full body copper, sheet copper tail, cast zinc feet Condition: Minor straight seam separations on throat and o...

An early and unusual form, bold in feeling.

A large American Weathervane depicting a rooster

This is a very rare weathervane form in exceptional condition, with a fine verdigris surface.

Zinc and iron weathervane in stylized arrow shape

rare 1/2 cast horse weathervane made by J. Howard and Company. Bridgewater Ma.

Chantecleer is French for rooster and rooster weathervanes have been featured prominently throughout French history appearing on church steeples and towers for well over 1000 years.

Interesting folk art clipper ship weathervane. Carved wood hull with gold leaf. Rigging and flags are painted metal.

An unusually early example, in the stylized Silhouette shape of a cockerel/rooster, this Georgian weathervane is fashioned from very thick early sheet copper, which is hand beaten-ou...

Probably by Cushing & White, Waltham, Massachusetts Late 19th century. Full body copper, copper tubing Condition: Exceptional surface; traces of yellow sizing with Verdigris, mino...

Found on Vermont/New York border. Ca. 1850-1865.

A molded and sheet copper rooster Folk Art weathervane with traces of gilt and green patina. Of desirable, reduced scale, this rooster weathervane is a classic example of Folk Art sc...

Antique hand made iron weathervane with wooden center. Base W 42"

The large size Rochester Iron Works cast iron rooster weathervane retaining its old painted surface.

Perfectly weathered to an overall verdigris, this weathervane shows superb detail down to the rider's mustache and the musculature of the horse.

Awesome Americana hand made robust metal Arrow with wooden paddle as feathers and wind catcher. Great look better in person because it has real substance to it not flat like it look...

Early copper rooster with flamboyant tail and stylized head.

This is a detailed casting of a rooster with attractive patination and a few bullet holes.

circa 1890
Pennsylvania
Sheet Iron with original paint.
Bracing on back.
Provenance: David Wheatcroft

A rooster weathervane from Lancaster, Pennsylvania from the Gibbel-Kreider family farm just south of Manheim.

Folky weathervane in old patina, French.

A very interesting semi abstract design and beautiful verdigris on this 19th century copper weathervane from Quebec. The flag on top first half is copper and the outside part is cast...

A diminutive and very beautifully executed weathervane. Simple and clear in form. The rider has a Civil War shaped hat.

Antique steel weathervane of sailing ship. It is 30" wide x 31" high to the bottom of the post and 22" to the bottom of the ship.

RARE, SMALL SIZE BANNERETTE WEATHERVANE Scrolled copper banner, iron arrowhead, and tall, delicate copper spire.

Painted sheet iron bull form weathervane painted white on one side and black with detailing on the other.

Solid Weathered and Well Patinated Sheet Copper With Traces of Original Gilt With Natural Verdigris Surface English, c1850 32.5” high x 33.5” wide x 4” deep Originally from a...

Sculpted portrayal of the famous Dexter often depicted in Currier and Ives lithographs of the time.

Classic, bold, full bodied copper vane, cast zinc head, with desirable early worn paint and verdigris surface. Early repairs include very old replaced horizontal rod, and a few old l...

Attributed to J. Harris & Son of Boston, MA.
From the Matteson Farm in Shaftsbury, VT.

A swell bodied copper whimsical and folksy running horse weathervane of large size. Pictured in "Art of the Weathervane" Page 89

Weathervane of full bodied form with arched tail. Weathered and patinated zinc, Northern European.

Cod fish weathervane Maker Unknown New England, circa 1880 Molded copper with a weathered gilt finish Measures: L 32 in.

Very early running horse weathervane with delicate presence and animated form manufactured by A.L.

Great graphic Folk Art sheet metal horse Silhouette weathervane with great early wood neck repair that adds dimension and a quirky presence.

Dexter and jockey weathervane Cushing & white, Waltham, Massachusetts, circa 1870 Retaining the original label “Cushing & White, Waltham, Mass./ Patent Applied For” Molded copper,...

Late 19th century Ethan Allen copper running horse weathervane with a cast iron head, all in exceptional and untouched original surface and patina, two bullet holes intact, new wall ...

PINE, ORIGINAL PAINT, EXCELLENT CONDITION, SUPERB PATINA Classic Cape Cod, MA whaler weathervane, depicted blowing his horn, indicating sighting of a whale.

This spirited running horse weathervane is most unusual for its untouched, weathered surface showing vestiges of original mustard sizing and gold along with verdigris and oxidation c...

Late 19th century unusual and exceptional graphic and detailed sheet iron silhouette rooster weather vane with a pieced tail, iron strapping on the reverse, in original painted and d...

Wonderful folky rendition of horse and rider, atop a feathered arrow, in original paint decoration. Body of rider is two piece construction, creating a three dimensional effect. The ...

An exceptional Folk Art full-bodied cow weathervane of molded copper and cast zinc. This cow weathervane retains a beautiful weathered surface of yellow sizing, traces of gilt and ve...

An exceptional example of the "Hamburg" rooster weathervane model with an especially pleasing weathered verdigris and gilt finish.

The weathervane has a wonderful patina with areas of heavy oxidation to the copper.

A Classic Folk Art arrow weathervane that was originally atop the Schmidts Brewery (formerly the Adam Scheidt Brewing Co.) in Norristown, Pennsylvania.

Circa 1900 unusual solid cast iron cow weathervane showing oversized horns and teats, more than likely used atop a barn cupola, all in untouched surface, contemporary table stand inc...

Surface exhibits a range of mustard sizing, verdigris and vestiges of original gilding -- appropriate for a weathervane of this age.

Jewell & Co. (1852-1867) of Waltham, Massachusetts, this molded copper weathervane of a flattened full-body horse jumping through a hoop is a superlative example of a rare form.

Circa 1900 sheet iron double sided crowing rooster weather vane with wind directional arrow intact, all in a dry, white painted surface over an earlier gilt surface.

Typical of many banners seen atop New England churches, this vane was individually crafted by a local blacksmith probably saving the church some money. One can see evidence of hand ...

French painted iron red cockeril weathervane on wrought iron stand, 19th Century. Height on stand: 56 in.

A very fine gilt Ethan Allen Full-Bodied Running Horse weathervane. Provenance: from a 40 year collection of weathervanes featured in "Antiques and Fine Art 'Fernside Cottage Coll...

French Copper and Brass Chanticleer Weathervane now mounted on display stand. "Chanticleer" is French for Rooster.

A fabulous large Italian folk art fish sculpture. Hand-crafted in the 21st century using found 18th and 19th century architectural fragments and decorative antique / vintage elements...

The 19th c. Italian Fish Sculpture is a decorative piece made of antiques element pieces on a lucite base. This certainly an unusual piece that is sure to make you smile. Very uniq...

Vintage painted bait store fish sign. Hand-carved wood fish with blue glass eyes and hanging brackets; several coats of park paint - the last one a "fresh" yellow with brown painted ...

A fantastic 20th century copper barracuda was a part of a weather vane but now lacking the directional and the post but will make a wonderful sculpture with weathered verdigris patin...

Decorative Fish Sculpture in Wood Mid 20th Century. A very decorative fish sculpture in painted wood. Great and distinct shape, almost abstract in a way. Great depiction of the fish...

Six foot carved wood fish reminiscent of a nineteenth century trade sign. With carved gills, fins, scales, eyes and mouth. Fitted with iron hanging bolts, wax finish with flame accen...

Rare brass fish sculpture from the 20th century. The special thing about the sculpture, it consists of two parts. The fish is put into the coral. A beautiful maritime decoration, whi...

Decorative swimming mudfish with undulating fins and delicately textured scales. Created in carved wood with a light weathered patina.

A 19th-century antique sculpture of Napoleon Bonaparte in the Neoclassical style. The very detailed and finely hand-carved bust is sculpted from a solid block of white Statuario marb...

Beautiful marble-top Louis XVI console table. Wonderful carvings and great patina. Original marble top. France, circa 1770-1889. Weathered and small losses. More photo's are availab...

An exceptionally rare and monumental Argenta vase designed by Wilhelm Kåge for Gustavsberg, Sweden, circa 1930. This striking example represents one of the largest and most impressiv...

Elegant French Art Deco sculpture depicting an archer, titled “L’ARCHER”, after Jean de Roncourt, made in France circa 1930s. The composition captures an athletic male figure in the ...

Mid-Century Classic American Faux Bamboo Gilt Etagère / Shelves Unit with glass shelves , unmarked. Ample storage space , perfect for a living room, display of photos , books and dec...

Pair of 19th painted Swedish chest of drawers circa 1880. Good quality pair of Swedish hand painted commodes, ideal for many rooms around the home. Rectangular top with front cante...

Chauffeuse little armchair French of the Napoleon III period circa 1880. The feets are in wood, the fauteuil has been recently reupholstered and recovered. Antique, 19th century. Sol...

Late 18th Century French commode with serpentine front. Circa 1790.

This Area table lamp , designed by Mario Bellini for Artemide in 1974 , is an iconic example of Italian design from the 1970s. The design is part of the well-known Area series, which...

A generously proportioned French Second Empire / Napoleon III petal-back armchair, circa 1870, designed with comfort as much as elegance in mind. The softly scalloped back and enve...

A substantial Victorian cast-iron wheel originating from the Paddington Basin section of London's Regent's Canal, retaining its richly weathered surface and remarkable sculptural pre...

This rare and highly decorative Art Nouveau dinner gong was created around 1900 by Carl Deffner of Esslingen, Germany, one of the leading manufacturers of artistic metalwork during t...