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- Long Island Historical Museum, Weather Vane, 1890-1915 - In 1890, Jenny Young Chandler, 25 years old and recently widowed, began working for the <em>New York Herald</em>. As a photojournalist and feature writer, Chandler captured life in Brooklyn, New York, and vicinity. She also documented collections of private individuals and museums -- some of which were featured in magazine articles for collectors. By 1922, the time of her death, she had produced over 800 glass plate negatives.
- 1890-1915
- Collections - Artifact
Long Island Historical Museum, Weather Vane, 1890-1915
In 1890, Jenny Young Chandler, 25 years old and recently widowed, began working for the New York Herald. As a photojournalist and feature writer, Chandler captured life in Brooklyn, New York, and vicinity. She also documented collections of private individuals and museums -- some of which were featured in magazine articles for collectors. By 1922, the time of her death, she had produced over 800 glass plate negatives.
- Weathervanes - Weathervanes indicate shifts in prevailing winds, essential information for those whose livelihood depends on the weather. Explore the history of weathervanes on our blog.
- May 11, 2021
- Collections - Article
Weathervanes
Weathervanes indicate shifts in prevailing winds, essential information for those whose livelihood depends on the weather. Explore the history of weathervanes on our blog.
- "Goddess of Liberty" Weathervane, 1867-1872 - Weathervanes point into the direction of the wind. This helped viewers anticipate weather changes before local forecasts became common after 1920. Functional weathervanes required a basic pointing device and directional arms, but manufacturers added decorative elements, or ornaments, to appeal to consumer interests. Patriotic symbols became common around the time of the Civil War. This figure carried the 32-star flag adopted in 1858.
- 1867-1872
- Collections - Artifact
"Goddess of Liberty" Weathervane, 1867-1872
Weathervanes point into the direction of the wind. This helped viewers anticipate weather changes before local forecasts became common after 1920. Functional weathervanes required a basic pointing device and directional arms, but manufacturers added decorative elements, or ornaments, to appeal to consumer interests. Patriotic symbols became common around the time of the Civil War. This figure carried the 32-star flag adopted in 1858.
- Weathervane Ornaments from the Collections of The Henry Ford -
- May 25, 2021
- Collections - Set
Weathervane Ornaments from the Collections of The Henry Ford
- Horse and Carriage Weathervane, 1880-1900 - Weathervanes point into the direction of the wind. This helped viewers anticipate weather changes before local forecasts became common after 1920. Functional weathervanes required a basic pointing device and directional arms, but manufacturers added decorative elements, or ornaments, to appeal to consumer interests. They most often depicted horses. This one featured a swift horse pulling a runabout.
- 1880-1900
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Horse and Carriage Weathervane, 1880-1900
Weathervanes point into the direction of the wind. This helped viewers anticipate weather changes before local forecasts became common after 1920. Functional weathervanes required a basic pointing device and directional arms, but manufacturers added decorative elements, or ornaments, to appeal to consumer interests. They most often depicted horses. This one featured a swift horse pulling a runabout.
- Pig Weathervane, 1875-1885 - Weathervanes point into the direction of the wind. This helped viewers anticipate weather changes before local forecasts became common after 1920. Functional weathervanes required a basic pointing device and directional arms, but manufacturers added decorative elements, or ornaments, to appeal to consumer interests. Livestock ornaments were popular among farmers eager to promote the business of agriculture.
- 1875-1885
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Pig Weathervane, 1875-1885
Weathervanes point into the direction of the wind. This helped viewers anticipate weather changes before local forecasts became common after 1920. Functional weathervanes required a basic pointing device and directional arms, but manufacturers added decorative elements, or ornaments, to appeal to consumer interests. Livestock ornaments were popular among farmers eager to promote the business of agriculture.
- Automobile Weathervane, 1910-1920 - Weathervanes point into the direction of the wind. This helped viewers anticipate weather changes before local forecasts became common after 1920. Functional vanes required a basic pointing device and directional arms, but manufacturers added decorative elements, or ornaments, to appeal to consumer interests. Changing transportation technologies became popular symbols of modernity during the late-19th and early-20th centuries.
- 1910-1920
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Automobile Weathervane, 1910-1920
Weathervanes point into the direction of the wind. This helped viewers anticipate weather changes before local forecasts became common after 1920. Functional vanes required a basic pointing device and directional arms, but manufacturers added decorative elements, or ornaments, to appeal to consumer interests. Changing transportation technologies became popular symbols of modernity during the late-19th and early-20th centuries.
- Fox Hound Weathervane, 1875-1885 - Weathervanes point into the direction of the wind. This helped viewers anticipate weather changes before local forecasts became common after 1920. Functional weathervanes required a basic pointing device and directional arms, but manufacturers added decorative elements, or ornaments, to appeal to consumer interests. Domestic and wild animals in motion, as if running or jumping through the air, were popular.
- 1875-1885
- Collections - Artifact
Fox Hound Weathervane, 1875-1885
Weathervanes point into the direction of the wind. This helped viewers anticipate weather changes before local forecasts became common after 1920. Functional weathervanes required a basic pointing device and directional arms, but manufacturers added decorative elements, or ornaments, to appeal to consumer interests. Domestic and wild animals in motion, as if running or jumping through the air, were popular.
- Horse "Black Hawk" Weathervane, 1868-1872 - Weathervanes point into the direction of the wind. This helped viewers anticipate weather changes before local forecasts became common after 1920. Functional weathervanes required a basic pointing device and directional arms, but manufacturers added decorative elements, or ornaments, to appeal to consumer interests. They most often featured horses. This one depicts Black Hawk, a famous racehorse.
- 1868-1872
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Horse "Black Hawk" Weathervane, 1868-1872
Weathervanes point into the direction of the wind. This helped viewers anticipate weather changes before local forecasts became common after 1920. Functional weathervanes required a basic pointing device and directional arms, but manufacturers added decorative elements, or ornaments, to appeal to consumer interests. They most often featured horses. This one depicts Black Hawk, a famous racehorse.
- Grasshopper Weathervane, 1840-1875 - Weathervanes point into the direction of the wind. This helped viewers anticipate weather changes before local forecasts became common after 1920. Functional weathervanes required a basic pointing device and directional arms, but manufacturers added decorative elements, or ornaments, to appeal to consumer interests. Before they were mass-produced as symbols of commerce, grasshopper weathervanes appeared atop London's Royal Exchange and Boston's Faneuil Hall.
- 1840-1875
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Grasshopper Weathervane, 1840-1875
Weathervanes point into the direction of the wind. This helped viewers anticipate weather changes before local forecasts became common after 1920. Functional weathervanes required a basic pointing device and directional arms, but manufacturers added decorative elements, or ornaments, to appeal to consumer interests. Before they were mass-produced as symbols of commerce, grasshopper weathervanes appeared atop London's Royal Exchange and Boston's Faneuil Hall.