Weather Vane Finial c. 1937

Here is a drawing of a weather vane finial made by Filippo Porreca. Just imagine it now, perched high above a barn, turning to face the wind, like a feathered compass. Porreca’s lines capture the essence of this rooster, its vigilant posture, its ornate tail feathers fanned out like a royal train. I can almost feel the breeze that animates it, the creak of the metal, the way it catches the light. You can see that this isn’t just a functional object; it’s folk art with real personality. When Porreca made this drawing, was he dreaming of country life? Or was he simply capturing the beauty of a well-crafted object? Either way, I'm reminded of the quiet artistry in everyday life.