Whirligig, Policeman
New England
Circa 1880-1890
Cedar

Original weathered surface; losses to paddles and foot. (Height: 33 inches)
$6,985
285-51

Carved and Painted Whirligigs
Pair of Figures
Anonymous
Late 19th Century

As depicted, a pair of tall and superb sculptures remaining in original condition.
One figure missing tin hat, with all else fine.
Dimensions: 31.5-inch overall height for both, 23-inches man with hat height, 21.25-inch man without hat height.
$28,875
608-9



Crop Duster Whirligig
Midwest
Circa 1930
Wood, iron and paint...

As depicted, the articulated man smoking pipe wears a large hat with tin brim; as he pumps for water his other arm/hand holding cup moved up and down. The gig is mounted on directions that measure 17 by 14-inches; the figure measuring 17 by 10-inches may be removed for display. In good condition with as expected surface losses and minor "in-use" imperfections that do not compromise the aesthetic.
$1,575
907-1



An outstanding...
Large Animated Whirligig
Washerwoman and Rocking Baby
Circa 1900

Powered by a twelve blade fan is the rotating cam; the washerwoman at work as the baby rocks within a shoofly; four other animated figures and rudder with cutout elephant. Constructed of copper, iron and sheet iron; traces or original paint. (Length: 48-inches; height: 21-inches.)
Price: $5,250
907-2






Man Standing in Boat Whirligig
Late 19th – Early 20th Century
Interesting form. Remnants of old greenish-blue paint. No arms. Measures 15-inches by 3-inches by 12-inches.
$1,500
125-2
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