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Autumn Americana Auction

Sat, Oct 3, 2020 10:00AM EDT
Lot 171

Fine Horse and Soldier Weathervane on Birdhouse

Estimate: $2,000 - $4,000

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Rare and unique, sheet iron soldier weathervane on horseback mounted on the original birdhouse. Weathervane and birdhouse in 19th century paint. Birdhouse constructed of pine, zinc and glass. A fine collector grade weathervane. Both the weathervane and birdhouse were made together. No restoration. Ex Collection Bill Guthman. Overall H 36-3/4". Horse and soldier only H17-1/2" W 13". Please refer to this link for high-res images. https://www.dropbox.com/sh/jl593x0riq08tf6/AACx-iDcD4GIlF7RDE3Tf1CAa?dl=0