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Very Fine And Rare Molded Full-bodied Sheet Copper And Zinc Goddess of Liberty Weathervane, Northeastern United States, Circa 1915 — Very Fine And Rare Molded Full-bodied Sheet Copper And Zinc Goddess Of Liberty Weathervane, Northeastern United States, Circa 1915

Very Fine And Rare Molded Full-bodied Sheet Copper And Zinc Goddess of Liberty Weathervane, Northeastern United States, Circa 1915

Very Fine And Rare Molded Full-bodied Sheet Copper And Zinc Goddess Of Liberty Weathervane, Northeastern United States, Circa 1915

This exceptional full-bodied weathervane depicts the Goddess of Liberty in molded sheet copper and zinc, masterfully crafted in the Northeastern United States around 1915. The figure exemplifies the remarkable artisanship of American weathervane makers, combining functional design with striking patriotic symbolism. The use of copper and zinc materials would have allowed the piece to develop a rich patina over time while maintaining its structural integrity against the elements.

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Sculptural Fantasy: The Important American Folk Art Collection of Stephen and Petra Levin

October 10, 2019

Estimate: $80,000$120,000

Lot 25

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Very Fine And Rare Molded Full-bodied Sheet Copper And Zinc Goddess of Liberty Weathervane, Northeastern United States, Circa 1915, Very Fine And Rare Molded Full-bodied Sheet Copper And Zinc Goddess Of Liberty Weathervane, Northeastern United States, Circa 1915

This exceptional full-bodied weathervane depicts the Goddess of Liberty in molded sheet copper and zinc, masterfully crafted in the Northeastern United States around 1915. The figure exemplifies the remarkable artisanship of American weathervane makers, combining functional design with striking patriotic symbolism. The use of copper and zinc materials would have allowed the piece to develop a rich patina over time while maintaining its structural integrity against the elements.

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Related themes

Folk Art, Gold Tones, 19th Century, Metal, American, Sculpture, Liberty, Iconic, Figurative, Weathervane