Lot 1780
  • 1780

RARE MOLDED AND PARCEL GILT COPPER 'ANGEL GABRIEL' WEATHERVANE, ATTRIBUTED TO L.W. CUSHING & CO., CIRCA 1885 |

Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
bidding is closed

Description

  • Length 32 in.
retains traces of a verdigris patina and gilt.

Provenance

Sotheby's, New York, Highly Important Americana from the Stanley Paul Sax Collection, January 16-17, 1998, sale 7087, lot 336.

Condition

Overall fine condition. Wear and discoloration commensurate with use. Retains traces of a verdigris patina and gilt. Some splitting to the seams. Numerous divots throughout likely consistent with having been shot with BB's.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.