02-18-200702-18-2007
Skinner Auctions
Skinner AuctionsBoston MA
2349Boston
February 18, 2007 11:00 AMCalender
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Molded Sheet Copper and Cast Iron Horse and Jockey Weather Vane

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$15,275$13,000
Auction: American Furniture & Decorative Arts - 2349Location: BostonDate / Time: February 18, 2007 11:00AM

Description:

Molded Sheet Copper and Cast Iron Horse and Jockey Weather Vane, America, late 19th century, full-bodied figures with copper stirrups, reins, and bridle, verdigris surface with traces of gilt, including black metal stand, (imperfections),total ht. 19 1/2, lg. 31 in. Please note that this weather vane was displayed on a table at the White House on June 2, 1976, during a State Dinner honoring King Juan Carlos I of Spain, held by the Ford Administration. A copy of a letter of thanks from President Ford and two color copies of pictures of the event are included in this lot.
Estimate $8,000-12,000

Keywords

black metal stand, Spain, Ford Administration, Juan Carlos, Ford, White House, President