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Weather Vane Stunning Polychrome Painted Folk Art C1900
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Weather Vane Stunning Polychrome Painted Folk Art C1900

1900 - 1920
Sold 10 June 2025 · Cloverleaf Home Interiors
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Description

Here we have a rare and stunning weather vane c1900. As you can see the polychrome paint has great colour and patina. The vane depicts a sailor looking out to sea with the telescope and hair pointing the directions. It is double sided with two loops holding the rod so it can spin. This large vane is in very good condition with very small paint loss. The dimensions are approx 83 cm high 44 cm wide and 171 cm high on its base.

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The best price for this item is always direct from Cloverleaf Home Interiors.

01953 483 691 / 07919040909

This item can be viewed at Cloverleaf Home Interiors where it can be collected from. Alternatively it can be delivered anywhere mainland UK for a fee of £15. Please be aware delivery can take up to 15 business days maximum. Please take this into consideration when leaving feedback.

Cloverleaf Home Interiors is a family run business providing excellent personal customer service. We operate from our 18th/19th century barn conversions in rural Norfolk. We have a friendly relaxed approach, which our frequently returning and new clients enjoy.

Here at Cloverleaf Home Interiors we are committed to providing excellent customer service. Our genuine high quality antiques are often purchased from private homes and we make sure that every item that leaves us is in the best possible condition. We can also offer a home approval service or source pieces on request and offer a full refund if you are not satisfied. Our aim is to save our customers time and money ensuring there is no risk to the customer when buying antiques through our showroom or via the internet.

Cloverleaf Home Interiors £15 delivery retail quality

Date of Manufacture

Cloverleaf Home Interiors has dated this Painted Metal Weather Vane to the 1900s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
83cm (32.68")
Width
44cm (17.32")
Depth
2cm (0.79")
Reference Numbers
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SA1012052
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Description
Here we have a rare and stunning weather vane c1900. As you can see the polychrome paint has great colour and patina. The vane depicts a sailor looking out to sea with the telescope and hair pointing the directions. It is double sided with two loops holding the rod so it can spin. This large vane is in very good condition with very small paint loss. The dimensions are approx 83 cm high 44 cm wide and 171 cm high on its base.
fig 1. A cutout metal weather vane depicting a figure in a red jacket and striped skirt looking through a telescope.
fig 1. Weather Vane Stunning Polychrome Painted Folk Art C1900

Buy from a trusted LAPADA dealer

The best price for this item is always direct from Cloverleaf Home Interiors.

01953 483 691 / 07919040909

This item can be viewed at Cloverleaf Home Interiors where it can be collected from. Alternatively it can be delivered anywhere mainland UK for a fee of £15. Please be aware delivery can take up to 15 business days maximum. Please take this into consideration when leaving feedback.

fig 2. A cutout metal weather vane depicting a figure in a red jacket and striped skirt looking through a telescope.
fig 2. Weather Vane Stunning Polychrome Painted Folk Art C1900

Cloverleaf Home Interiors is a family run business providing excellent personal customer service. We operate from our 18th/19th century barn conversions in rural Norfolk. We have a friendly relaxed approach, which our frequently returning and new clients enjoy.

Here at Cloverleaf Home Interiors we are committed to providing excellent customer service.

“
Our genuine high quality antiques are often purchased from private homes and we make sure that every item that leaves us is in the best possible condition.
Cloverleaf Home Interiors

We can also offer a home approval service or source pieces on request and offer a full refund if you are not satisfied. Our aim is to save our customers time and money ensuring there is no risk to the customer when buying antiques through our showroom or via the internet.

Cloverleaf Home Interiors £15 delivery retail quality

Date of Manufacture

Cloverleaf Home Interiors has dated this Painted Metal Weather Vane to the 1900s.

Height
83cm (32.68")
Width
44cm (17.32")
Depth
2cm (0.79")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1012052
Cloverleaf Home Interiors
Cloverleaf Home Interiors
Sellingantiques verified Since Dec 2010

We are a family business and stock 17th, 18th and 19th century furniture.

Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Cloverleaf Home Interiors Profile Page

Trade Associations

Cloverleaf Home Interiors is a registered member of LAPADA  CINOA

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Archive I A cutout metal weather vane depicting a figure in a red jacket and striped skirt looking through a telescope. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Weather Vane Stunning Polychrome Painted Folk Art C1900

Archive II A cutout metal weather vane depicting a figure in a red jacket and striped skirt looking through a telescope. View II
Archive III A cutout metal weather vane depicting a figure in a red jacket and striped skirt looking through a telescope. View III
Archive IV A cutout metal weather vane depicting a figure in a red jacket and striped skirt looking through a telescope. View IV
Archive V A cutout metal weather vane depicting a figure in a red jacket and striped skirt looking through a telescope. View V
Archive VI A cutout metal weather vane depicting a figure in a red jacket and striped skirt looking through a telescope. View VI
Archive VII A cutout metal weather vane depicting a figure in a red jacket and striped skirt looking through a telescope. View VII
Archive VIII A cutout metal weather vane depicting a figure in a red jacket and striped skirt looking through a telescope. View VIII
Archive IX A cutout metal weather vane depicting a figure in a red jacket and striped skirt looking through a telescope. View IX
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Cloverleaf Home Interiors

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Telephone 07919 040 909 or 01953 483 691
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The Barns
Bridgehouse Farm
Caston
Norfolk
NR171DJ
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Verified Since Dec 2010
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Cloverleaf Home Interiors
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A cutout metal weather vane depicting a figure in a red jacket and striped skirt looking through a telescope.
Weather vane stunning polychrome painted folk art c1900
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A cutout metal weather vane depicting a figure in a red jacket and striped skirt looking through a telescope.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectWeather Vanes
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleFolk Art
  • MaterialPainted Sheet Metal, Iron
  • ColourMulticoloured
  • MotifsFigural silhouette, Hand-painted polychrome finish, Telescope motif
  • SizeH 83 cm (33 in) x W 44 cm (17 in) x D 2 cm (1 in)

FAQs

Weather vanes have been used for centuries to indicate wind direction, evolving from utilitarian rooftop instruments into cherished expressions of local craftsmanship and folk art by the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

Traditional weather vanes were commonly constructed from sheet metal, iron, zinc, or copper, often enhanced with hand-applied oil paint or left to develop a natural oxidised patina over time.

Authentication relies on examining the genuine surface wear, layered paint degradation, hand-cut metal fabrication marks, and the presence of appropriate corrosion and weathering consistent with age.

Mounting a historic weather vane on a minimalist gallery wall or displaying it on a custom metal stand allows its sculptural silhouette and original paint to serve as a striking focal point in a modern space.

Preservation involves keeping the object in a stable indoor environment away from direct sunlight and high humidity, avoiding harsh chemical cleaners, and gently removing dust with a soft, dry brush.
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