10-26-201410-26-2014
Skinner Auctions
Skinner AuctionsBoston MA
2757BBoston
October 26, 2014 10:00 AMCalender
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Copper and Sheet Iron Rooster Weathervane

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$584$475
Auction: American Furniture & Decorative Arts - 2757BLocation: BostonDate / Time: October 26, 2014 10:00AM

Description:

Copper and Sheet Iron Rooster Weathervane, possibly Connecticut, 19th century, the full-bodied copper bird with sheet iron tail, head, and feet, old surface, (losses, bullet holes, rust, damage),h. 21, wd. 22 in.

Provenance: Dr. Adams, New Fairfield, Connecticut; George Ives, Danbury, Connecticut; Frederick Fussenich, Torrington, Connecticut; acquired by the present owner in 1971.
Estimate $1,000-1,500


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Keywords

Connecticut, Frederick Fussenich, George Ives, Danbury, New Fairfield, Torrington