Vintage Patriotic Folk Art American Submarine Whirligig

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Handcrafted folk art whirligig featuring a circular arrangement of painted American flags mounted on wire supports, rotating around a central … Read more Handcrafted folk art whirligig featuring a circular arrangement of painted American flags mounted on wire supports, rotating around a central axis. Suspended beneath each flag assembly are small, hand-formed submarine models finished in a silver-gray tone, giving the piece a distinctly nautical and patriotic character. The central structure is built from a mix of metal and wood components, all mounted to a round, painted base that supports the vertical shaft.

The flags are cut and painted with a stylized, slightly exaggerated wave, enhancing the sense of motion even at rest. When spun, the entire assembly rotates smoothly, creating a kinetic display of alternating flags and submarines circling the center. Construction details-visible solder points, hand-bent wire, and individually painted elements-underscore its handmade origin and one-off quality. See less