Antique Whirligigs

Hand carved wooden figure of a mid 19th century fireman. The feet and paddles are long gone. Applied wooden buttons adorn both sides of his uniform. Original painted and weathered ...

American, late 19th-early 20th century. Appears to be carved from a single piece of eastern pine. Steel paddles. Weathered surface.

Whirligig depicting a Civil War or Indian Wars period officer.

Antique American Folk Art whirligig.

Very folky, well crafted and whimsical early 20th century fragment of a horse and rider whirligig.

Excellent pine whirligig carving of Fatty Arbuckle, the famous Keystone Cop. All original

, the Whirligig itself is in untouched condition. The carved body has wonderful proportions and it is

charming Huge American Folk Art original polychrome Kinetic whirligig of a man sawing wood, when the wind

Man Swatting a Bee Whirligig circa 1900 Wood, tin, wire with original polychrome.

. The quality of this windmill has inherent structure. This whirligig is whimsical, fun, and primitive

Late 19th century whirligig of a man with exposed mechanical components

Colonial British soldier (Sergeant) whirligig, hand-carved painted wood, English, circa 1900.

Nantucket Sperm Whale Weather Vane Whirligig, having slender hand-whittled flukes with great

American 19th century large whirligig.

American 19th century large whirligig.

This is one of those memorable items that come along every once in awhile. It's a whirligig

Whirligig in the shape of policeman.

1920'S ORIGINAL PAINTED SAILOR WHIRLIGIG ON A CUSTOM MADE MOUNT GREAT CONDITION

1930'S HAND MADE SAILOR WHIRLIGIG AND ORIGINAL BLUE / WHITE PAINTED WITH A ORIGINAL MOUNT , GREAT

Antique Nantucket Sailor Boy Whirligig, circa 1880, by either Billy Ray or Charles C. Ray (born

American 19th century Folk Art whirligig is hand-carved and painted, probably pine, in excellent

This very rare turn-of-the-century New England policeman whirligig is in spectacular untouched

Early 20th Century Folk Art Whirligig Figure A naïve and charming example of an early 20th

The blowing wind turns the front propeller which rocks the rowboat while a fish at the end of the fishing rod along the bow of the boat bobs up and down. Good form, color and condition.

Late 19th Century Whirligig of a man, primitive, incredible form.

Early 20th century English Folk Art Whirligig figure A delightful example of an early 20th

This is a wonderful mechanical Folk Art piece. It's impressive display at over 3 foot long. I has nice faded colors and a primitive raw wood rudder. The museum stand is included. Fo...

Early 20th century folk art whirligig figure We are proud to offer a true example of an early 20th

Late 19th century Folk Art whirligig sailor figure We are proud to offer an original late 19th

Early 20th Century Folk Art English Whirligig/Weathervane Figure A quirky and charming example of

Early 20th century scratch built English folk art whirligig We are proud to offer a unique example

Early 20th Century hand carved English folk art whirligig figure Once upon a time this hand

American Folk Art whirligig / birdhouse, crafted to resemble a barn and silo, circa 1920s

. Robert Bishop and Patricia Coblentz, "A Gallery of American Weathervanes and Whirligigs" (New York, 1984

weight: 5.7 grams Magical. Whirligig. Talisman. Stock Number: We-4857

WEATHERVANES AND WHIRLIGIGS " BY ROBERT BISHOP & PATRICIA COBLENTZ @ AMERICAN FOLK ART MUSEUM IN NEW YORK

Whale Whirligig by Lincoln Ceely, circa 1940s Carved and painted sperm whale whirligig, in its

Antique Folk Art Sailor Boy Whirligig, circa 1910, a flat carved figure of an American navy sailor

This is one of those memorable items that come along every once in a while. It's a whirligig

This amazing original painted Folk Art whirligig of a soldier is in good condition and on a block

Turn of the century hummingbird whirligig with original paint surface. Found in New York State.

Large scale windmill whirligig with woman churning butter. In very good condition with vibrant red

presentation. The oval top with radiating veneers is banded in rosewood and centred with an ebony whirligig

folk art weathervane whirligig dating circa 1920s. Both wind propellers work smoothly, and the main

unusual whirligig of a man with a pit saw dry surface with old red wash coloring pin

Found in Wisconsin, this charming folk art sculpture, humorous and jaunty, sports his original paddles intact.

Wonderful but fragmentary American whirligig, as found, really great paint. My guess is a wood

Circa 1900 handmade wood policeman whirligig with tack eyes, original paddles, original black and

Whirligig figure with wonderful old painted surface. The paddle arms are long gone but one can see

Civil War era whirligig sporting intricately carved hat. Ex Harvey Kahn collection

Beautifully formed tin whirligig with concave and convex planes to catch the wind. Subtle paint

Whimsical Uncle Sam whirligig, hand carved and painted by 'Barber', a folk artist from Narragansett

Hand-carved wooden whirligig, man with a moustache wearing a hat, 24" high, with traces of old

The female figure is a whirligig with subtle shaped body with clothes pin like turned arms that

This whirligig of grand stature and whimsical presence is from the Robert Greenberg collection. He

condition, this primitive Figure Form Whirligig has engaging sculptural qualities. The small upright top hat

17" deep Northern European A lively, colourful and charming Soldier Form whirligig from the

This fine 19th c patinaed eagle weather vane was found in New England. The iron base is a custom made stand. The condition is very good on this early fine with no dents or holes. Won...

Ralph Cahoon Jr.'s whimsical paintings are not only lighthearted and charming, they are also the hallmark of his creativity and imagination. His playful approach to painting and info...

Oval Nantucket lightship basket with shaped oak swing handle ending in carved round “lollipop” ends and brass ears. Remnants of the original paper label remains on the bottom. Made...

American Country (19/20th Century) Folk Art sculpture of a painted and decorated sailor holding two flags mounted on an iron balance beam.

A naive Folk Art ship model in carved wood with fabric sails and elaborate rigging, American, circa 1900.

Mid 20th century Folk Art cowboy Rodeo Whirligig, circa 1940s to 50s, comprising four carved and painted cowboys mounted on horseback riding in a circle as turned by the wind. Each n...

Full body molded copper spread wing eagle with cast zinc talons perched on a copper sphere. Great proportions with outstretched wings, showing wonderful detailing to the body and win...

Len Norman, American 20th century) the prestidigitator. Assembled and painted whirligig depicting a magician and body sawing act Measures: 23" x 27" x 12".  

Celebrate American craftsmanship with this charming c. 1940 patriotic whirligig. Crafted from wood and metal, this delightful piece features two men and an American flag, capturing a...