Vintage Copper Gutter Leader Head Hopper w/ Overflow Pipe Outlet Downspout 14"

An exceptional and rare 15th Century English wrought iron banneret weathervane with lightning rod. Features an ornate arrow and pierced coat of arms or crest with lion. Marked “4 lb” on base. The Rampant Lion with the crown above its head stood for royalty. The Trefoils (2 on there sides and one at the point of the “spear”) stood for longevity and can also represent the Holy Trinity. The 3 Lilies are the precursors to the Fleur-de-lis, and were commonly used to signify purity, loyalty, piety, faith, and can also stand for the Virgin Mary. Purchased from one of the Great Houses of England, where it was on display in their collection. Surely belonging to a royal families home or castle. The “4 lb. base” is something that was added much later, when it was taken off the building it had been on. The base allows it to display nicely. Weathervanes have been around for over 2,000 years, invented by the Greek astronomer Andronicus in 48 B.C. to determine the direction of the wind. The first weathervane – also called a “wind vane...

Antique fireplace mantel topper crown featuring scrolled pagoda form with carved accents. Dimensions: 54" x 15.75"h x 8.5"

Very heavy and large Mid 19th Century English Cast Iron Royal Coat of Arms Shield or Crest. Made from solid Cast Iron from the Walter MacFarlane & Co, Saracen Foundry Possil Park Gl...

Two matching pairs of vintage window storm shutters. Made of oak with an arch shaped with axe head shaped cut outs. Contemporary hinges. Dimensions: 16.75" x 0.75" x 32.5" (Width x ...