
Exceptional And Rare Molded Sheet-copper And Zinc Fire Pumper And Double-horse Weathervane, Cushing & White, Waltham, Massachusetts, Circa 1870
Exceptional And Rare Molded Sheet-copper And Zinc Fire Pumper And Double-horse Weathervane, Cushing & White, Waltham, Massachusetts, Circa 1870
This exceptional and rare weathervane, crafted by Cushing & White of Waltham, Massachusetts around 1870, showcases masterful metalworking through its molded sheet-copper and zinc construction depicting a fire pumper drawn by two horses. The intricate detailing captures the dynamic energy of a working fire apparatus in full motion, reflecting the civic pride and technological enthusiasm of the Victorian era. As both a functional wind indicator and a sculptural masterpiece, this piece stands as a testament to the extraordinary artisanship of nineteenth-century American folk art and trade craftsmanship.
- Spotted At
- Auction House · Sotheby's
🔨 Auction Lot
A New Dimension of Tradition: Important American Folk Art, Proceeds of the Sale to Benefit a New Folk Art Initiative at the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston
January 25, 2020
Estimate: $100,000 – $150,000
Lot 1423
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