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Grasshopper

Offered by: Yew Tree House

Description
A grasshopper weathervane with body of pitted iron rotating on vertical rod with N E W S directionals below, now on wooden box stand with one side removable. The grasshopper was the symbol of Sir Thomas Gresham, financial advisor to Queen Elizabeth I and founder of the Royal Exchange. This weathervane is probably circa 1930.

More Information

Origin:	England
Period:	1920-1949
Condition:	Good. Good antique condition
Creation Date:	1930
Styles / Movements:	Traditional
Dealer Reference #:	YEWTR00001485
Incollect Reference #:	700978

Dimensions

W.	37 in;	H.	48 in;	D.	37 in;
W.	93.98 cm;	H.	121.92 cm;	D.	93.98 cm;

Message from Seller:

Yew Tree House Antiques, established in 1991, specializes in unique pieces with “soulfulness of character,” carefully curated by Kevin Kleinbardt and Ahna Petersen. Visit us at The Gallery at 200 Lex in New York City or contact us at 212.249.6612 | ythantiques@yahoo.com.