Traditionally weathervanes were used to show the direction of the wind in order to predict weather patterns and were known to have been used on Viking ships. Perfect for smaller structures such as bungalows, garages and sheds, the Cottage range of weathervanes add whimsical interest to structures. The decorative feature and spacer balls are made from polished copper and brazed together by hand. The cardinal points, NSEW are polished brass with a powder-coated black steel rotation rod.