Rare Old 2 pc. Red Rooster Weathervane + Stand & More This is the first time in at least the last ten years that I have seen this particular style of Rooster Weathervane.
This Bright Red Rooster seems to be sporting several coats of the same color red paint, so I would think he spent his last half century of so at the same place , under the care of the same people. Not a small or light weigght bird by any means, this Red Rooster stands over ten inches tall and 13 wide and is striding across an arrow that is 30 inches long. The arrow, Rooster, directionals and stand are all made of some type od cast metal. Not aluminum, because the piece is too heavy and not iron, because the piece is too light for that. Spelter or pot metal I imagine. very sturdy and easy to care for.
The weathervane also has a white milk glass 4 inch lightning ball and a set of compass directionals. Rather than lean such a good looking bird against a wall to take his picture, we used a 150 year old piece of barn lumber to fasten his stand onto. The total height is just under 4 feet. I still am not sure how the rooster is held together. He was obviously made in two half then joined and there is a gap of about 1/2 to 3/4 inches at his tail, but he is solidly attached to his roost, so i will just leave him alone.
A great looking Red Rooster weathervane in a rare style and size with all sorts of class and character.
Circa: 1940's
Condition: Used. Antique
Color: Old Red & Black Paint
Country of Origin: US
Manufacturer: Unknown
Author: Unknown  

Vintage Big Horn Sheep. Ram Weathervane. Rare vane Here is one of the rarest of all the animal weathervane figures over the past 100 years. This big horn sheep, or ram is in wonderful condition and has a gorgeous coat of age patina that time has been gracious enough to add to the two sheets of thick copper that are soldered together to form his body. There are some dents and nicks here and there, but none that weaken this ram's structure or ruin his fine looks. Measuring a full 30 inches long and 17 high, this big horn sheep is indeed a big weathervane figure and is ready to be displayed once again anywhere you choose to show him off. Inside or out, this ram has a lot of years left to give. Get free shipping within the continental US with this great antique vane.
Circa: early 40's
Condition: used. antique as found. Nice
Color: aged copper patina
Country of Origin: US
Manufacturer: unknown American crafted
Author: unknown  

Antique Weathervane Rooster, Arrow & Lightning Ball Now isn't this a good looking fellow? This old rooster once part of an old cast metal weathervane, until he and the rod he stood on went seperate ways in a bad storm. I don't know how many coats of paint he's had through the years, but he has a rather thick coat of it. The farmhouse where many of the items we will be listing was decorated with quite a number of antique lightning rod and weathervane parts. This strutting bird is made of a medium weight cast metal. I think he is solid, not hollow, but I do not believe he is made of aluminum, more likely some type of white or pot metal. The rooster measures just about 9 inches tall by 9 inches wide and stands on a different antique arrow and base than before, but he doesn't seem to mind his new roost. The stand is copper with a sheet iron mount and the arrow is also an antique. So is the white milk glass lightning ball below Mr. Rooster's feet.
How about finding this good looking old guy a nice new home?
Circa: 1940's
Condition: Refurbished Antique.
Color: aged paint and iron
Country of Origin: US
Manufacturer: unknown
Author: unknown  

Vintage Pot Metal Weathervane. White Tail Deer Here is a familiar site to most of us throughout North American. On the run, a white tailed deer moving gracefully through the countryside. The arrow and Loon are a one piece casting made from pot metal, which still has the majority of its original paint. There is some flaking and roughness, but is still in good condition. The arrow measures 18 inches from tip to tail and can be displayed just as is for a simple wall mounting, or we offer an antique cast pot metal roof mount that we will adapt for use with this vane. We also offer a set of directional indicators in vintage solid brass. Both of these accessories are listed below and sold separately so you can choose exactly the pieces you want.
Condition: vintage - as found
Color: black
Manufacturer: unknown  

Angel Folk Art Weathervane - Signed John Wright 1990 Here is a wonderful cast aluminum Angel made in Wrightsville Penna. by John Wright. The angel measures 19 1/4 inches in length x 4 1/2 inches tall x 1 1/8 inches wide. An absolutely perfect sized weathervane figure to display on your deck, gazebo, fence or rooftop. You may even like this lovely vane so much that you prefer to show off this angel as an interior accent. On the mantel, or a side tables, or maybe that nook with the light you have wanted to show off but haven't found just the right thing...... until now? Intricately designed, this hand painted weathervane is a lovely folk art piece. Since it is made from cast aluminum, it will never rust. Signed on the bottom and dated 1990, this beautiful John Wright piece is well worth adding to your collection. And besides, it never hurts to have an angel or two close by, right?
<smile> JM

Condition: very good
Manufacturer: John Wright  

Incredible Antique Prancing Horse Weathervane Sculpture Sculpted from copper and formed into this gorgeous likeness of a proud prancing horse, this weathervane figure represents a true ‘one of a kind’ piece of late 19th century American Folk Art. If indeed it was the intent of the artist who created this fine looking horse, was to see it placed high up on someone's rooftop to serve as a wind or weather vane, I have no doubt his creation would have thrived outside in the elements for many decades without a problem. Personally I am more inclined to think there was someone who so liked this beautiful piece, they simply could not bring themselves to place on their roof and see it subjected to the torments of nature. I base my reasoning on what the horse itself is able to tell me of its history.
I am certain this wonderful statue is at least as old as I am, which means it is most definitely more than 50 years of age. I base that conclusion on the overall condition of the copper itself, as well as on those small remnants of verdigris and patina that have avoided the dust rag and accumulated in the little creases and crevices and more protected areas of the figure. I also feel it quite possible the this horse dates back in time a great deal further than that, but without the help of an artist’s signature or a maker's mark, determining exactly when or where this lovely old horse was so skillfully brought to be is virtually impossible.
The structure also holds several clues as to the history of this sculpture. In particular it is the cross members and bracings, which provide the support needed by our proud friend, are still very firmly attached to the animal's hooves. The method and style employed are similar in design to many of the weathervanes one might see that can be traced to about the early 1900's.
Instead of standing atop a lightning rod, this proud horse has a nice flat wooden surface on which to perform his graceful steps. When you ad the fact that the piece stands
over 12 inches tall at his head, this fine looking animal will quickly become the pride of his new owner's collection and will continue to draw the attention of anyone who happens by for many years to come. JM

Weight before packing is over 6 pounds. Insurance is required for shipping.

Circa: 1940's
Condition: good. used
Color: aged copper
Country of Origin: US
Manufacturer: unknown - vintage American folk art
Author: unknown  

Working Antique Windmill Weather Vane & Display Base Once these wonderful old metal windmills could be seem on every farm one would pass. Now these historic old wind driven weathervanes are rarely seen. This great old time windmill has been restored to working condition and set up on a simple but very functional display base. This vintage old piece measures 26 inches wide and nearly 40 inches tall. It can be used exactly as shown to dress up around the home or could be fitted with a roof mounting stand to once again set to work spinning with the wind outside your home.
Circa: 1940's
Condition: refurbished antique
Color: Red, White, Black & Brass
Country of Origin: US
Manufacturer: unknown  

Vintage 50's English Cocker Spaniel - vane - topper This great looking Cocker Spaniel likely pre-dates the time when the breed was seperated into two designations, English and
American. Geraldine Dodge, a well known Cocker devotee and philanthropist, is credited with this distinction.

This figure dates all the way back to the 1950's, yet looks like new. This wonderful painted metal full bodied dog is one of several similar outdoor decor pieces that were never used or used only indoors as a decoration. The cute cocker stands 7 inches tall and 9 inches long and has a 3/4 inch wide base section with holes to fasten through. This would have either been used on a weathervane or perhaps as a mailbox topper. The colors are pure 50's and the piece is simply gorgeous. Over 50 and still this good looking? Better hurry.


Condition: Vintage 50
Manufacturer: Unknown  

Vintage Cast Pot Metal Western Stage Coach & Horses Here is another great cast pot metal weathervane topper that features an old west horse drawn stagecoach. Imagine bouncing along the dusty trail in this old coach. Talk about a rough ride. The weathervane itself measures 16 inches in length and is in good condition with only minor areas of paint loss and nothing broken or loose. Use it as decor or buy one of our vintage cast pot metal mounts and we'll adapt the two pieces to fit perfectly together for no extra charge
Condition: vintage as found - nice
Color: original black painted finish
Manufacturer: Unknown  

Fancy Pot Metal Weathervane top - Horse & Carriage Now whoever got to ride in this fancy horse drawn carriage, they were probably accustomed to being treated like royalty. Not only is there a driver all dressed up in coat and hat, a doorman is also riding along and he too is dressed in very formal attire. The entire piece measures 14 inches in length and is in good condition with some minor paint loss, but nothing broken or loose. Use it as decor inside or out. Someone mentioned how nice it would look attached to a mailbox. Whatever you do with this classic old cast metal piece, it will look great.
Condition: vintage - good as found
Color: original black paint
Manufacturer: unknown  

Old Cast Metal Weathervane Top. Country Doctor & Buggy This was once a familiar sight. One hundred years ago you would often encounter the local doctor riding along the rutted roads with horse and carriage, on his way to visit Mr. Whodiwho, or Miss Whatshername. This small and well worn weathervane topper is made from a sheet of pot metal and still has perhaps 50 % of its original black paint. Use it as decor or buy one of our vintage cast pot metal mounts and we'll adapt the two pieces to fit perfectly together at no extra charge
Condition: vintage as found
Color: black and gray ( bare metal)
Manufacturer: unknown  

Vintage Copper Angel. Cherub & Horn Weather Vane Perhaps this angelic cherub is the Angel Gabriel, the way he might have looked the first time he raised his horn to play. There is no name to identify this lovely childlike angel and no marks to tell us who fashioned this beautiful figure from two sheets of solid copper. Whoever the maker, it was a craftsman who had learned his trade well. From the weight and thickness of the copper, along with the depth and color of the metal’s patina, I think it fair to say this winged cherub with a horn is much older than most would say if guessing the child’s age. I would say he is probably 50 years old, if not a bit more. I don’t imagine a vane like this a one would have been found back in the late 1800’s, but then again, I wasn’t around then to know. This little angel is really not little at all. He measures close to 30 inches from the tip of his horn to the end of his foot and comes close to being 3 inches wide at his thickest places. The height from his mounting bar to the top of his wings is roughly 17 inches, so he is a full size weathervane to be sure. I can find no breaks or weak spots in the tin solder that joins his two halves and he is solidly set on his mounting bar, so if you want, this fellow is ready to go back up on the roof and do his work…., or maybe its time to take him inside and let your friends meet this cute angel face to face. He would make a fine accent piece and a worthy display for any situation. I have included a set of brass directional arms and an antique stand that brings the top of his wings to a height of 62 inches above the floor. If you decide you want this fine looking cherub and need a stand for some different height or situation, we will work with you to get you exactly the right piece to do the job. If you do not need a stand or directionals, we can offer a small discount from the listed price and likely save you a good deal of money on shipping as well. The world can always use another angel…
Condition: antique - as found - used
Color: natural aged copper
Manufacturer: Unknown American Craftsman
Author: unknown  

Fantastic Copper Rooster Weather Vane - Old - Original Now here’s a fine looking chicken that even the old Kentucky Colonial would have been proud to call his own. I can easily imagine this high stepping Rooster , strutting his stuff around the hen house, while all the girls sat in their nests looking all dreamy eyed.
Ok, maybe it is a bit of a stretch, but you have to admit this is a really great looking old copper weathervane. Yes it has some of the typical problems that go along with its age. The solder joint on the front of his back leg has come apart a bit and his front foot isn’t anchored to the cross bar like it was back in his early days. Even the poor old fellow’s tail feathers are a bit loose for a few inches where they are seamed onto his body, but on the plus side, just look how distinguished he’s gotten with age. Not to mention the deep, rich patina that’s formed as time passed on by. In other words, I wouldn’t think it a wise idea to fasten him high up on a roof somewhere without first having him undergo a bit of repair to his hot tin joints, but if your idea of a new home for our old friend falls along lines of a less demanding lifestyle for this grand old bird, he is plenty tough enough to fill the need.

Construction = two heavy sheets of copper, formed and matched into a full bodied, hollow figure of a rooster, hot tin soldered together and mounted on a pipe frame by means of soldering.

Measurements = 16 wide by 21 tall by 3 thick where largest.

Age = No way to be absolutely certain, but judging by his weight and the aging of the copper, he is likely at least 40 to 50 years old. Perhaps more.
Condition: as found - antique
Manufacturer: unknown  

Great Antique Copper Running Horse Weathervane Figure I guarantee this great copper horse to be at least 50 years old, and likely more. Classic, highly detailed, large copper weathervane horse still firmly attached to his mounting rods. I'm sure this old fellow has seen his share of rough times and even has a few scars to prove it, but doesn't he look great anyway? I think so and I hope you do to. The full bodied figure is made of two pieces of heavy copper that was tin soldered together and mounted on a copper base rod. The rod measures 30 inches long and our friend Mr. Horse is 15 inches high. I've included some pictures to show the fine craftsmanship and detail in the work. I think you can tell just from these places that this is a real antique vane figure. A little beat up, a great age patina and still ready to run, this is a classic folk art weathervane horse that can only get better with time.
Condition: Good - as found
Manufacturer: Amarican Made Antique  

Antique vane. Copper Running Horse Weathervane. This gorgeous old copper horse has an incredible color and patina that only the passing years can create. There are no names or markings to identify the maker of this large copper horse, but he is almost twice as heavy as those reproduction vanes we have all seen out there. One thing is for sure. They do not have the same character as this fine original piece. Based on his weight, and the way he was put together, I believe this horse was hand made by a skilled coppersmith sometime between the early 1900's and WWII. His birthday is likely closer to the early 1900's than to the war, but without any more to go on than is at hand, that is about as close as I can get to establishing his age. The horse is nearly 30 inches long and without the stand, is already near two feet high. Including the stand and directional unit, our friend measures almost five feet from top to bottom. A very impressive piece of early folk art that would surely gather more than a little attention from those who are fortunate enough to see this lovely running horse.
Please Note: if you plan to mount this beautiful old vane on your house or barn, please ask for information about proper grounding of this vane.

Circa: early 1900's
Condition: Antique - as found . used
Color: aged copper patina
Country of Origin: US
Manufacturer: unknown - vintage American folk art
Author: unknown