$425
Molded Copper and Zinc "Blackhawk" Running Horse Weathervane, America, late 19th century, flattened full-body form with zinc ears, verdigris surface with vestiges of yellow sizing and silver paint, mounted on a copper rod, including a black painted wooden stand, (losses, dents), ht. 19 1/4 , lg. 27 in. Literature: This weather vane is illustrated in American Country: FOLK ART. Created by Rebus, Inc., published by Time-Life Books, 1990, on the cover. weather vane in rough condition: figure separated from supprt rod on front knee and back foot (loose), numerous bullet holes, seam separations, top of headrear facing foreleg, back leg tail, numerous dents, ears dented downward, rear facing legs, body sides.
Auctioneer:
Skinner
Date:
2006-02-19
