Molded Copper Hackney Stallion Weather Vane

Description:

Molded Copper Hackney Stallion Weather Vane, J.W. Fiske, New York City, late 19th century, flattened full-body sheet copper figure mounted on a copper rod, original surface with traces of gilding and yellow sizing over dark brown patina and verdigris, including stand, (dents, losses to ears, three repaired bullet holes),overall ht. 29 3/4, lg. 30 1/2 in.

Provenance: Vanderbilt Family, Oakland Farms, Portsmouth, Rhode Island.
Estimate $2,000-3,000

The head dented moreso on one side but dened on both sides.

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