Weather vanes have been used as early as the first century B.C. in ancient Greece, but did not become an American tradition until the Colonial times. Each region of the country has different designs, which is evident with this racing or running horse. This type of weathervane adorned many farmers barns in the midwest. The horse atop this weathervane measures twenty-six inches long and is made of zinc. Great detail on the horse, with the flowing mane and tail. You can see a small crack in his mouth, and a place that has been repaired on the right hip. The vane comes complete iron North/South and East/West directionals, made of iron. Great patina on the directional, but the East end has broken off. The pedestal base is great to display this artifact in your home or office! With the base it stands sixty-four inches tall. This item is larger than UPS will allow. Please contact us for shipping or delivery quote. 19330-EET