Merino Ram Weathervane
SOLD
Attributed to L.W. Cushing & Sons, Waltham, Massachusetts
Ca. 1875-1885
Full-body copper with cast zinc head, copper tubing
Condition: Great condition with wonderful oxidized surface showing traces of paint and gilt. Restoration to one ear.
Provenance: Private collection, Pennsylvania
This imposing size merino ram has wonderful form for its size with great detail to the body and cast zinc head. The history of the surface, now oxidized contributes to the piece’s desirability. This is among one of the finest examples we have seen.
Exhibited: Boca Raton, Florida, Florida Atlantic University, Ritter Art Gallery, Two Centuries of American Folk Art: 19th & 20th Century Masterworks from the Collection of Mr. & Mrs. Robert P. Marcus, (Exhibition sponsored by Manufacturers Hanover Trust, Florida), March 1-April 7, 1984; Vero Beach, Florida, Florida Center for the Arts, Two Centuries of American Folk Art: 19th & 20th Century Masterworks from the Collection of Mr. & Mrs. Robert P. Marcus, September 7 – November 16, 1986; Sioux City, Iowa, Sioux City Art Center, Two Centuries of American Folk Art: 19th & 20th Century Masterworks from the Collection of Mr. & Mrs. Robert P. Marcus, September 12-November 6, 1987; West Palm Beach, Florida, Ann Norton Sculpture Gardens, Selection of 19th and 20th Century American Weathervanes from the Collection of the Chase Manhattan Bank, N.A. and Mr. & Mrs. Robert P. Marcus, April -June 1989
Dimensions: 29 3/4" h., 35 1/4" l., 5" d.
Item ID: FA-WV 213