Copper Bannerette Weathervane

Description:

Copper Bannerette Weathervane, J.W. Fiske, New York City, late 19th century, cutout sheet copper design with fleur-de-lis motif on upper spire shaft over a fanciful pierced and cutout banner with copper arrow point and orb terminals, verdigris surface, with stand, (one orb with bullet holes),overall ht. 35 1/2, lg. 33 in.

Provenance: George Cole Auctions, Redhook, New York.

Literature: For a similar example see J.W Fiske's 1893 illustrated catalogue, p. 132.
Estimate $600-800

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