Molded Copper and Cast Zinc Eagle Weathervane

Description:

Molded Copper and Cast Zinc Eagle Weathervane, attributed to A.L. Jewell & Co. or the Boston Metal-Workers Company, late 19th century, full-body molded copper figure with cast zinc head and talons, articulated beak and feathers, mounted on a copper orb, with cast iron directionals and roof mount, with stand, (dents),overall ht. 23 1/4, eagle lg. 17, dia. 23 3/4 in.

Provenance: Purchased from Penny and Ron Dionne.

Literature: A similar eagle weather vane is illustrated in Weathervanes and Whirlygigs, by Bishop and Cobblentz, p. 51, figure 78.
Estimate $1,500-2,500

Dents to edges of wings,

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