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The Collection of Margaret Berwind Schiffer

Wed, Jan 18, 2023 09:00AM EST
Lot 15

Swell-bodied copper stork weathervane

Estimate: $4,000 - $7,000
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Swell-bodied copper stork weathervane, late 19th c., retaining an old verdigris surface with traces of gilt, possibly by Harris & Co., Boston or W.A. Snow & Co. Iron Works, Boston, 29 3/4" h. For a similar example by see Miller, The Art of the Weathervane, p. 155. A closely related example is in collection of Colonial Williamsburg and displayed in their Sidewalks to Rooftops: Outdoor Folk Art exhibition.

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Condition

Overall height is 30" h. Overall very good condition. Possibly a couple old solder repairs. Minor seam separation to neck and bill. One side of body compressed slightly.

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