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CUSTOM WEATHER AND WIND VANES
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Settlers from Europe brought the tradition of weathervanes with them to America. These vanes included fish, sea gulls, and even ships, which stood upon roof tops in coastal towns. Paul Revere placed a wooden codfish studded with copper nails for scales above his silversmith shop in Boston. Early American farmers created vanes in the shape of Indians, arrows, and wild and domesticated animals, especially horses.
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UNIQUE & PERSONALIZED WEATHERVANES/WINDVANES
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CUSTOM TULIP WEATHERVANE
Nearly 6' long and 9' tall. This vane was cyustom crafted for a couple in Indiana. The unique tulip housing and overall appeal of this weathervane makes it truly unique...
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WHOLE FOOD MARKET'S GIANT SHAD WEATHERVANE
High atop the store in Darien, CT - this 6 foot, 40 lb shad-fish weathervane can be seen off I-95 by about 1/4 million commuters each and every day. The vane required over three weeks of concentrated work and attention.
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SUZAN'S BANNERETTE
Suzan contacted me thru the website, and said the liked my work and would like to have a bannerette made for her new barn. We passed pics and e-mails for a while, and I invited her to visit the shop...
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ROOSTER WEATHERVANE
Arthur was very determined to find a rooster in a particular stance. He paid particular attention to whether the head would be looking up or forward. We traded a few sketches, sought outside advice, and...
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NED'S ARROW WEATHERVANE
This handmade arrow weathervane will be flying on Ned's new barn in sight of Lime Rock race track. Ned was determined to have his detailed request produced...
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CUSTOM REFINISHERS WEATHERVANE
I had wanted to make this weathervane for over five years. John had discussed a design with me back then, basically a replica of his logo. John owns Custom Refinishers (Danbury)...
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CARDINAL BIRD FEEDER WEATHERVANE
Gold enamel beak. Bronze letters and arrowhead. For an old friend, Dan. He's a multi-generation local, the plumbing-type... the vane was a gift for his wife.
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GRANDMA SWINGS WEATHERVANE
It has always been my strong intention to have vanes that do more than point into the breeze. "Grandma" is the perfect example...
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