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