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LARGE HACKNEY RUNNING HORSE WEATHERVANE

Creator: J. W. Fiske & Company (Attributed)
Offered by: Jeffrey Tillou Antiques

Description
Attributed to J.W. Fiske, New York.
Ca. 1875-1885

Full body-form of molded copper, copper tubing, and a cast zinc head.
Provenance: Robert S. Walin Antiques, Woodbury, Connecticut; Private collection, Cornwall, Connecticut.
This rare imposing size of a “hackney” tail running horse weathervane has a well-defined cast zinc head and wonderful motion to the body. The large size is further complemented with a vibrant, colorful surface.

Dimensions: 31 1/2" h. (on stand), 47 1/4" w., 8"d.

More Information

Origin:	United States
Period:	19th Century
Materials:	Copper, Zinc.
Condition:	Excellent. In overall great condition, few early buck-shot holes filled with lead. Retains portions of original yellow sizing and original gilt with weathered verdigris surface.
Creation Date:	1875 - 1885
Styles / Movements:	Folk Art, Traditional
Dealer Reference #:	FA-WV 196
Incollect Reference #:	284497

Dimensions

W.	47.25 in;	H.	31.5 in;	D.	8 in;
W.	120.02 cm;	H.	80.01 cm;	D.	20.32 cm;

Message from Seller:

Jeffrey Tillou Antiques was established in 1992. The three story historic building located “on the green” in Litchfield, features an extensive inventory of Americana from the 18th and early 19th centuries. Here you will find an extraordinary collection of furniture, folk art, weathervanes, sculpture, Oriental carpets, and related decorative pieces as well as distinctive European furniture and original works of art.