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Technique: Gilt
Running Horse Weathervane on Display Stand
By L. W. Cushing & Sons
Located in Atlanta, GA
A weathervane in the form of a running horse, that was likely modeled after "Dexter" circa late 19th century on a custom display stand. The full body molded horse has a gilt surface with verdigris patina. Not entirely sure of the maker but possible by L. W. Cushing & Co. In Waltham or Harris. Co in Boston. The surface has been re-gilt historically likely dated from early 20th century. A lovely piece that transcends American fold art...
Category
Late 19th Century American American Classical Antique Gilt Weathervanes
Materials
Copper
American Diminutive Gilt Copper Eagle Weathervane on Iron Stand, Circa 1810
Located in Charleston, SC
American diminutive gilt copper spread eagle weathervane mounted on squared iron stand, Early 19th century. Squared iron base is 4.75 inches .
Category
1810s American American Colonial Antique Gilt Weathervanes
Materials
Copper, Iron
American Gilt Copper Three Masted Ship Weathervane Mounted on Stand, circa 1890
Located in Charleston, SC
American gilt copper three masted ship weathervane with flags mounted on stand, late 19th century.
Measures: 8" square at base.
Category
1890s American Folk Art Antique Gilt Weathervanes
Materials
Copper, Iron
American Gilt Copper & Cast Iron Full Bodied Rooster Weathervane, circa 1880
Located in Charleston, SC
American gilt copper and cast iron full bodied rooster weathervane mounted on stand, Late 19th Century
Category
1880s American Folk Art Antique Gilt Weathervanes
Materials
Copper, Iron
American Gilt Copper Full Bodied Horse Directional Weathervane, Fiske, C. 1870
Located in Charleston, SC
American gilt copper full bodied running horse directional weathervane with two gilt circular spheres resting on squared iron stand, J.W. Fiske, late 19th century.
Category
1870s American Folk Art Antique Gilt Weathervanes
Materials
Copper, Iron, Zinc, Gold Leaf
19th Century Eagle Weathervane, Attributed to Cushing & White
By Cushing and White
Located in Nantucket, MA
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...
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Late 19th Century American Folk Art Antique Gilt Weathervanes
Materials
Copper, Zinc
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