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Early 20th Century American Folk Art Whirligig
The House of Antiques
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Early 20th Century American Folk Art Whirligig

1900 - 1920
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Early 20th Century American Folk Art Mechanical Whirligig Figure

This quirky and highly sculptural early 20th Century American folk art mechanical whirligig figure is stood on a new makeshift pine base. The figure showcases metal pin eyes, hand painted detail including a top hat and weathered orange coat with trousers. Connected to a working very crafted mechanical turning mechanism, which is encased in what resembles an American style letter box. This example would have been connected to a propeller of sorts to make it move up and down when the wind blew.

Size in inches: H 25” x W 21” x D 9”

Origin: America

Date: Early 20th Century

Condition: Aged

Weight: 5kg

We believe this item is around 80 to 100 years old, still in complete original condition. There is wear and tear present in the form of faded surface, natural damage to the front of the hat which has broken off. The mechanism moves very well for an item of its age. The stand is makeshift and pine (the figure stands upright but is not stable). An od object that has spent all its life outside, so please expect relevant aging and loss.

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Physical Dimensions
Height
63.5cm (25.00")
Width
53.3cm (20.98")
Depth
25.4cm (10.00")
Declaration

The House of Antiques has dated this American Folk Art Whirligig to the 1920s.

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SA1107194
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Early 20th Century American Folk Art Mechanical Whirligig Figure
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This quirky and highly sculptural early 20th Century American folk art mechanical whirligig figure is stood on a new makeshift pine base.
The House of Antiques

The figure showcases metal pin eyes, hand painted detail including a top hat and weathered orange coat with trousers. Connected to a working very crafted mechanical turning mechanism, which is encased in what resembles an American style letter box. This example would have been connected to a propeller of sorts to make it move up and down when the wind blew.

fig 1. A hand-carved painted wooden whirligig depicting a man operating a mechanical grindstone mounted on a metal support and timber base.
fig 1. Early 20th Century American Folk Art Whirligig

Size in inches: H 25” x W 21” x D 9”

Origin: America

Date: Early 20th Century

Condition: Aged

Weight: 5kg

We believe this item is around 80 to 100 years old, still in complete original condition. There is wear and tear present in the form of faded surface, natural damage to the front of the hat which has broken off. The mechanism moves very well for an item of its age. The stand is makeshift and pine (the figure stands upright but is not stable). An od object that has spent all its life outside, so please expect relevant aging and loss.

fig 2. A hand-carved painted wooden whirligig depicting a man operating a mechanical grindstone mounted on a metal support and timber base.
fig 2. Early 20th Century American Folk Art Whirligig

We strongly suggest reviewing all the photos provided as part of this advert and propose questions where sections are unclear to avoid disappointment upon purchase.

A direct message usually takes 24 hours to answer.

fig 3. A hand-carved painted wooden whirligig depicting a man operating a mechanical grindstone mounted on a metal support and timber base.
fig 3. Early 20th Century American Folk Art Whirligig

For multiple years we have sold antique items globally, please review our client feedback as a testament to our products and services. Expect our items to show relevant age and natural wear, we only restore due to breaks and major loss, and we always stipulate this in our condition report if this has been down before or after we have obtained them.

Height
63.5cm (25.00")
Width
53.3cm (20.98")
Depth
25.4cm (10.00")
Date of Manufacture

The House of Antiques has dated this American Folk Art Whirligig to the 1920s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1107194
Dealers Internal Ref
gig
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Archive I A hand-carved painted wooden whirligig depicting a man operating a mechanical grindstone mounted on a metal support and timber base.

Early 20th Century American Folk Art Whirligig

Archive II A hand-carved painted wooden whirligig depicting a man operating a mechanical grindstone mounted on a metal support and timber base. View II
Archive III A hand-carved painted wooden whirligig depicting a man operating a mechanical grindstone mounted on a metal support and timber base. View III
Archive IV A hand-carved painted wooden whirligig depicting a man operating a mechanical grindstone mounted on a metal support and timber base. View IV
Archive V A hand-carved painted wooden whirligig depicting a man operating a mechanical grindstone mounted on a metal support and timber base. View V
Archive VI A hand-carved painted wooden whirligig depicting a man operating a mechanical grindstone mounted on a metal support and timber base. View VI
Archive VII A hand-carved painted wooden whirligig depicting a man operating a mechanical grindstone mounted on a metal support and timber base. View VII
Archive VIII A hand-carved painted wooden whirligig depicting a man operating a mechanical grindstone mounted on a metal support and timber base. View VIII
Archive IX A hand-carved painted wooden whirligig depicting a man operating a mechanical grindstone mounted on a metal support and timber base. View IX
Archive X A hand-carved painted wooden whirligig depicting a man operating a mechanical grindstone mounted on a metal support and timber base. View X
Archive XI A hand-carved painted wooden whirligig depicting a man operating a mechanical grindstone mounted on a metal support and timber base. View XI
Archive XII A hand-carved painted wooden whirligig depicting a man operating a mechanical grindstone mounted on a metal support and timber base. View XII
Archive XIII A hand-carved painted wooden whirligig depicting a man operating a mechanical grindstone mounted on a metal support and timber base. View XIII
Archive XIV A hand-carved painted wooden whirligig depicting a man operating a mechanical grindstone mounted on a metal support and timber base. View XIV
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IG3 9NZ
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A hand-carved painted wooden whirligig depicting a man operating a mechanical grindstone mounted on a metal support and timber base.
Early 20th Century American Folk Art Whirligig
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A hand-carved painted wooden whirligig depicting a man operating a mechanical grindstone mounted on a metal support and timber base.
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A whirligig is a kinetic wind-driven object or weather vane featuring moving parts, often hand-carved by vernacular makers to depict everyday trades, figures, or animals in motion.

Makers typically utilized locally sourced timber for the sculpted figures, alongside scrap metal, wire, tin sheeting, and iron rods to construct the internal cranks and mechanical drive mechanisms.

Authentic period examples display natural surface weathering, evidence of hand-tool marks, original paint layers showing craquelure, and period-appropriate iron hardware rather than modern fasteners.

These sculptures are commonly displayed as standalone decorative accents on mantelpieces, bookshelves, or console tables to add texture, history, and a sculptural focal point to a room.

Keep the object in a climate-controlled indoor environment away from direct sunlight and humidity. Dust gently with a soft dry brush, avoiding liquid cleaners that could damage the original paint or oxidised metal.
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