An American copper hippopotamus weathervane
20th century
Stamped to underbelly: WCWV296CB1
The copper welded weathervane in the form of a hippopotamus, with inset resin eyes, mounted on a partially green enameled metal rotating pole bearing the cardinal directions
Figure: 23.5" H x 36" W x 3.25" D; Mounted: 70" H x 36" W x 18" D approximately

Overall good condition with scattered scuffs, scratches, and oxidation commensurate with age and weathering from outdoor use. Verdigris to copper at welding joints. Grease residue to mounting juncture. Some rust and oxidation to mounting pole. Condition reports are offered as a courtesy and are typically published in Moran's catalogue or can be made available upon request. The absence of a condition report does not imply that an item is free from defects or restoration, nor does a reference to particular defects imply the absence of others. Buyers are responsible for determining to their own satisfaction the true nature and condition of any lot prior to bidding. Though buyers are not legally required to inspect lots prior to purchase, failure to do so may constitute a waiver of complaint that an item was not delivered in a condition equal to the existent condition at the auction.