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Gavels ‘N Paddles: Elephant weathervane, $17,000, Locati Auctions

Gavels ‘N Paddles: Elephant weathervane, $17,000, Locati Auctions

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by Ken Hall
An early 20th century elephant-form copper weathervane sold for $17,000 in an online auction held Dec. 1-15 by Locati Auctions in Maple Glen, Pa. Also, a diamond engagement ring slipped onto a new finger for $17,500; a 1960 Selmer Marx VI tenor saxophone played a sweet tune for $4,200; an artwork depiction of a reclining nude surrounded by animals, after Leonard T. Foujita (Jap./Fr., 1886-1968) brought $3,200; and an oil on panel of a horse by Frances Mabel Hollams (Br., 1877-1963) fetched $3,300. Prices are hammer, exclusive of a buyer’s premium.
Gavels ‘N Paddles: Elephant weathervane,  $17,000, Locati Auctions