Estimate: $500 - $800
Price Realized: $133 Includes buyer's premium
An American folk art weathervane featuring a hollow copper molded running horse finial attached to an iron pipe section over a central iron rod fitted with ornate cast metal directional indicators showing the cardinal points, all securely mounted into a modern stepped wooden cross-base plinth for interior display
Copper, Iron, Wood
entire: 79 x 37 1/2 x 31 inches
horse: 26 x 15 x 2 inches
From a Private Collection
Overall good condition; heavy oxidized verdigris and dark brown patination across the copper surfaces, minor superficial surface rusting to the iron directional hardware, and a few small dents to the horse body consistent with outdoor exposure and age
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Condition reports are based on visual inspection by the Capsule team under typical office lighting. Unless otherwise noted, items are not examined under UV light in advance of sale. We do not guarantee the content of written or verbal condition reports. Remember, all lots are previously owned and all sales are final. The absence of a condition report does not imply that there are no condition issues with the lot.
Art has not been examined out of the frame unless otherwise stated. Frames, lampshades, or items described as “supplementary” are not considered integral to the value of the lot and are excluded from condition assessments. This includes any mat, mounting, glazing, hanging apparatus, case, box, or stand. Timepiece movements, lighting elements and items with mechanical or electrical components have not been thoroughly tested and are not covered under warranty by Capsule.
