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American Folk Art Wood and Iron Farm Bureau Weathervane Advertising Sign

About the Item

Great looking cartoon Midwestern Americana weathervane. Farm Bureau Insurance started in 1921. This great piece most likely was a premium or advertising piece. Hand painted wood with iron arrow. Presented on custom iron museum stand.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 18 in (45.72 cm)Width: 20.5 in (52.07 cm)Depth: 4 in (10.16 cm)
  • Style:
    Folk Art (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1940s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor fading. Please see images. Paint loss and fading as expected for weathervane exposed to the elements. Still very graphic and stable. Please email with any questions.
  • Seller Location:
    Santa Monica, CA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU873415174552

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