Cockerel weathervane

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Date:1800 - 1845 (c.)

Description:This is a zinc and iron weathervane in the form of a cockerel - one of the earliest and most enduring designs used on church spires throughout Europe. It is symbolic, indicating not only the wind but also acting as a reminder of human frailty, reminding the viewer of St Peter's betrayal of Jesus 'before the cock crowed'. It is British, dating from the early 19th century. Height 600 mm, Length 465 mm, Width 82 mm.


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1800s
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1870s
Seated dog weathervane
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1900s
Sailor whirligig - detail of head
Sailor whirligig - detail of head

This whirligig, a sailor, is made of painted pine and iron. The naval rating wears ...

1920s
Pony and trap whirligig
Pony and trap whirligig

This whirligig is in the form of a man and woman sitting in a horse-drawn trap. ...

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Source: Compton Verney House Trust

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