Lot 169
  • 169

A Molded Copper and Zinc Running Horse Weathervane New England, third quarter 19th century

Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description

  • height 20 1/2 in. by length 53 in. (52.1cm by 134.6cm)
the full-bodied figure of a running horse, the head with strong features and flattened ears cast in zinc.  Several repairs on left side, weathered to a verdigris, with traces of old yellow paint.  On a rod in a mahogany base.

Condition

split on seam of front foot; big ding on left shoulder; traces of old yellow paint in crevices
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