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Adirondack Weathervanes

ADIRONDACK STYLE

Evoking rusticity and relaxation through simple and elegant designs, vintage Adirondack furniture originated in the Adirondack Mountains of northeastern New York. The most famous piece is the Adirondack chair, which dates to 1903.

With its ample armrests and sturdy but comfortable slanted seat, the reclined Adirondack chair was designed by Thomas Lee for his own country home. The postwar golden age of modern patio and garden furniture production — led by the likes of Brown Jordan, Knoll, Salterini and Woodard — was decades away at the time, and there were few pieces of furniture specifically created for outdoor use.

Lee, a Massachusetts-born Harvard graduate raised in a wealthy family, was no furniture designer. He merely needed a durable, rugged chair for afternoons in the sun while he was vacationing on Lake Champlain in Westport, New York, in the summer. The amateur woodworker used just one wooden plank cut into 11 segments that were jointed together for his now-legendary seat, which is said to have been made of hemlock, hickory or basswood.

The story of the Adirondack chair continues with Lee’s friend, carpenter Harry Bunnell, covertly patenting the chair and going on to produce it as the Westport Plank chair for a growing audience over the next two decades. Over a century later, the Adirondack chair has gone through several design evolutions while maintaining its popularity and basic form with slats of wood such as pine offering comfort both indoors and out.

The widespread demand for rustic Adirondack outdoor furniture was bolstered by the turn-of-the-century establishment of rural escapes to treat diseases such as tuberculosis. The low-slung Adirondack chair became common in these places of convalescence, allowing patients to recline and breathe in the country air. It also complemented the camp-style architecture that was prevalent in the Adirondacks for recreation as well as restoration, where rugged furniture with exposed wood and minimal carving filled interiors and wide porches.

Today, Adirondack chairs are made in a range of materials and can be found around the world, from ski resorts to lakeside piers, their durability and classic form making them an enduring favorite for spending time in nature.

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Style: Adirondack
19th Century Original Painted Full Body Rooster Weathervane
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19th century full body rooster weather vane on custom iron base. This rooster has a worn and aged patina of a zinc painted surface. The copper shows through in areas as well.The weig...
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Late 19th Century American Antique Adirondack Weathervanes

Materials

Copper

Early 20Thc Full Body Fish Weather Vane
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This full body copper fish weather vane is mounted on a wood block and is in fine condition with a wonderful aged patina. This is a custom made base and the Cod fish vane is in copp...
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19th Century American Antique Adirondack Weathervanes

Materials

Copper

19th C Original Surface Eagle Weather Vane on Stand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19th C original gilded surface full body eagle weather vane with the best undisturbed surface.The base is custom made iron stand.This eagle is attr...
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19th Century American Antique Adirondack Weathervanes

Materials

Copper, Iron

1920s Jack O-Lantern on Witches Broom Weather Vane
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1920s sheet iron weather vane of a jack- o - lantern on a witches broom weather vane. This iron vane has a wonderful aged patina. This weather vane was found in the mid-west.
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Early 20th Century American Adirondack Weathervanes

Materials

Iron

19th Century Mini Eagle Weather Vane on Stand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19th century Mini eagle weather vane on stand with a great patina. This fine eaglet is in very good condition. The bottom feathers of the arrow are...
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Mid-19th Century American Antique Adirondack Weathervanes

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Copper, Metal

19thc Cast iron Bull Windmill Weight W/Custom Made Cast Iron Base
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Fairbury iron works was founded in 1890 and manufactured its first windmill in 1899. In 1900 the company was renamed Fairbury Windmill Company. Company ceased production in 1961. ...
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Early 20th Century American Adirondack Weathervanes

Materials

Iron

19Thc Gamecock Weather Vane in Original Surface
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This fine game cock weather vane is in great condition and retains its original gilded surface. It is gilded over copper and comes with a custom made iron st...
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Late 19th Century American Antique Adirondack Weathervanes

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Metal, Iron

19thc Rooster Sheet Iron Weather Vane Mounted
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19Thc original painted sheet iron weather vane on custom iron mount. This folky weather vane came from Lancaster County ,Pennsylvania. The condition is good with minor wear and littl...
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Late 19th Century American Antique Adirondack Weathervanes

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Iron

19thc Stag Trade Sign In Original Mustard Paint
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This amazing original mustard painted sheet iron stag /deer trade sign was found in Lancaster County,Pennsylvania.The condition is very good with minor paint loss on horns.This trad...
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Late 19th Century American Antique Adirondack Weathervanes

Materials

Iron

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H 21.5 in W 24 in D 4 in
St. Julien Weather Vane Attributed to J.W. Fiske 19th Century Full Bodied Metal
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Large rooster weathervane.
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French 19th Century Folk Art Metal Rooster or Cockerel Weathervane
Located in Buisson, FR
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Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID
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H 18 in W 31 in D 6 in
19th Century Weathervane Horse and Gentleman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
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3 Dimensional Cow Form Weather Vane
Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID
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19th Century, French Folk Art Copper Rooster, Weathervane
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20th Century Copper Fish Weather-vane Cape Cod
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19Thc Full Body Original Painted Rooster Weather Vane
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1930s Oversized Copper Whale Weather Vane on Custom Iron Mount
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Amazing Moose Copper Weather Vane from Maine
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19th Century Original Black Painted Dog Weather Vane
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Amazing Moose Copper Weather Vane From Maine
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Early 20Thc Road Runner Weather Vane
Located in Los Angeles, CA
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19th C Cast Iron Horse Wind Mill Weight
Located in Los Angeles, CA
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19thc Copper Gamecock Weather Vane W/ Custom Iron Stand
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20thc Flying Goose Weather Vane
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Adirondack weathervanes for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Adirondack weathervanes for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the Mid-20th Century, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage weathervanes created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include folk art and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, copper and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Adirondack weathervanes made in a specific country, there are North America, and United States pieces for sale on 1stDibs. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for weathervanes differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $1,195 and tops out at $4,895 while the average work can sell for $2,146.

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