Sold for:
$1,896
$1,896
Sheet Copper Banner Weathervane with Revolving Scroll, J. W. Fiske, New York, late 19th/early 20th century, orb finial over arrow with two tails, the shaft with cutout scroll designs on banner flanking central spinning blade device, make-do wire repair on upper shaft, verdigris surface with traces of earlier yellow paint, with stand, (minor dents), overall ht. 26, lg. 36 3/4 in. Provenance: Jack Frane, Weare, New Hampshire. It was found in the Claremont, New Hampshire, area. Literature: For a similar example see J.W. Fiske's 1893 illustrated catalog, p. 122.
Auctioneer:
Skinner
Date:
2012-08-12
