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Testimonial: Rooster Weathervane John Maselos

John Has put a  lot of hard work into his shed and wanted to finish it off and so he “Crowned it” with a large copper and brass Rooster Weathervane (which has been pre aged). It certainly sets it off and because of the sheds prominence it can be seen from many directions. John is pretty chuffed with the result as he should be. Well done John.

By |2021-06-13T10:03:35+10:00January 31st, 2012|Brass Equatorial Star Sundial, Weathervanes|Comments Off on Testimonial: Rooster Weathervane John Maselos

Copper Weathervanes – A Brief History

The copper weathervane has been an important feature in most Australian homes and outdoor structures. It has evolved into a decorative item which can add years of beauty and functionality to your home. A little of its history will be discussed and reviewed.

The original purpose of a weathervane was to indicate the wind direction. However this device which is most commonly produced from copper or brass has evolved over the years. The first weathervane was installed on the Tower of Winds in Athens and was shaped like the Greek god Triton which was a half man, half fish figure.

The figure on this weathervane was four to eight feet long which is substantially larger than most weathervanes today. Throughout history, the copper weathervane has featured unique shapes.

Studio Yellowfin Tuna

The next major phase in the history of copper weathervanes featured a quadrant shaped wind vane with an animal or Norse fable creature on the top. These weathervanes were found in ninth century Viking settlements and on ships. However they can still be found on Swedish and Norwegian churches today.

For almost 1,000 years following a decree from the Pope, weathervanes were required to be installed on every church in Europe which featured a weather cock. This is a rooster shaped device which symbolised Jesus’ statement that the cock would not crow the morning following the Last Supper until the disciple Peter denounced him.

This helped to popularise rooster shaped weathervanes throughout Europe and eventually America. They are still a very common style produced to this day.

As it turns out the first weathervane used in America was a grasshopper shape and was placed on the top of Faneuil Hall in Boston. This figure was produced by the Deacon Shem Drowne who also designed a banner weathervane which was installed on top of the Old North Church as well as a rooster weathervane figure which was installed at the First Church in Cambridge.

Beginning in the early 1800’s weathervane designs featured many patriotic themes. They featured symbols of American freedom including the Goddess of Liberty and the American Eagle. The eagle copper weathervanes remain very popular in current times.

Other designs in the 19th and 20th century included racing horses as well as many figures created with a simplistic silhouette design. Throughout its history, copper weathervanes have remained the material of choice due to their good workability, strength, and corrosion resistance.

By |2021-06-13T10:03:35+10:00May 21st, 2011|Weathervanes|Comments Off on Copper Weathervanes – A Brief History

Testimonial: Rooster Weathervane Jill Walters

Hi Robert,
As I promised, I have attached a couple of photos of the Rooster Weathervane that you made for my husband for Xmas. He was very surprised and absolutely loved it. We decided not to put it right on top of our house but on top of the back garage so that we could see it and enjoy it everyday. Thank you once again for doing such a wonderful job. Hope that you and your family had a good xmas.

Regards

Jill Walters

Rooster weathervane

 

By |2021-06-13T10:03:39+10:00December 2nd, 2010|Brass Equatorial Star Sundial, Weathervanes|Comments Off on Testimonial: Rooster Weathervane Jill Walters

Testimonial: Rooster Weathervane Above Flag

Hi Robert

We finally got the rooster up yesterday and looks great.

We mounted it through a galvanised steel cap at the top of a 6m (48mm od) galvanised pole with two brackets like the ones used to mount a jockey wheel on a caravan, to the wall and a base support flange. On the end of the rooster shaft was welded two heavy duty washers. One at the end of the shaft and the other about 8 inches higher. These were ground on the external circumference to fit the ID of the pipe and secured by a galvanised screw to prevent it from turning. Then attached a stainless pulley and bracket, some rope and a flag, a rope securing windup lug and that was it.

What an expensive exercise. Steel is so dear but it looks great.

Thanks

Photos attached

Regards Bryan Roebuck

Rooster above flag

By |2021-06-13T10:03:39+10:00December 2nd, 2010|Brass Equatorial Star Sundial, Weathervanes|Comments Off on Testimonial: Rooster Weathervane Above Flag
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