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 ...

Every mushroom lamp is hand-made and hand-painted by Ethan Streicher, the founder and designer behind the Streicher Goods brand in Brooklyn, NY. The lamp's silhouette is simple and c...

A fantastic emerald green sputnik, with a surprising design and for its very low height, which allows it to fit in both high and low ceilings. Very elegant, it will furnish and decor...

20th Century three dimensional copper cow form weather vane with excellent patina. 27" x21" Period: 20th Century Origin: US Size: 27" x 21" Family Owned & Operated Cisco’s Gal...

The 19th century charming and rustic rocking horse now mounted on two straight boards is made of handcrafted wood pieces cleverly assembled, and has a leather saddle, reins and stirr...

French style wrought iron greenhouse with doors and windows that open outwards in white color. Ready for glass panels to be installed.

Italian Venetian style (20th Cent) octagonal shaped painted and decorated metal and wood bird cage with 8 upholstered seat and back cushions around base. (Franco Zefferelli Collection)

With a soft turquoise ground, painted with a fine spray of flowers, with gilt scroll and dash borders. Comprising pair of covered tureens and stands, pair of vegetable tureens, well ...

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...

20Thc Copper & brass flying geese weather vane.This Canadian goose weather vane is a latter version of the 19thc weather vane.

Unique antique weather vane in handwrought iron. The weather vane is dated ‘1725’ and the plaque with the dating is made from copper. It is very unusual with such an early dating, al...

Copper mallard weather vane in verdigris patina. Diving position. Three dimensional. 28" wing span, 14"H on more modern wooden base 27" overall. Period: 20th Century Origin: US Siz...