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4 Miniature Weathervanes To Fall In Love With - Your Tiny Ticket To Big Summer Fun!

7/28/2022

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If you’ve fallen in love with the wonderful weathervanes from Valley Forge Cupolas, but aren’t interested in a full-blown rooftop redecoration, we have the small, sensible solution you’ve been waiting for: our awesome array of miniature weathervanes. Perfect for a garden garnish or some shabby shed roof relief, our small weathervanes can even be placed around the porch for an excellent addition to your outdoor ambience. For a glimpse of our stunning selection, check out our 4 miniature weathervanes to fall in love with!

Ahoy there, Small Sailors!
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If you’re a sailing enthusiast, but feel a full-sized sailboat weathervane would be going a bit overboard, our miniature sailboat weathervane is a perfect way to express your nautical passion at a practical size. This verdigris aluminum finish features a weathered look that would make a lovely compliment to any garden. 

Reel Big Fun At A Swimmingly Small Scale
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If you have a love for big bass fishing, but want a smaller scale showcase, we think you’ll find that our miniature Bass & Lure weathervane is anything but small fry. With beautifully detailed craftsmanship, this age old pastime is brought to life and just waiting to improve your property. So cast your cares away and give in to the lure of this fantastically fishy weathervane today!

Hardly Ho Hum
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A rare delight on any property, hummingbirds are truly a sight to behold. Why not introduce a permanent reminder of their wonder and beauty with our Hummingbird weathervane? This weathervane features a stunning scene of a hummingbird feeding at a flower, and is guaranteed to bring fascination and intrigue to your property. 

The Compact Canine
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Are you a dog owner looking for just another way to celebrate your favorite pup? Our miniature Lab weathervane will clearly demonstrate your doggy devotion. Perfect for the pinnacle of a shed or simply as a backyard ornament, this weathervane is the top choice for anyone with a beloved barker. 

Pick Up One Of Our Miniature Weathervanes Today!

While these 4 miniature weathervanes are a brief glimpse into the compact fun you can expect from our selection, we have many more where they came from! From flying pigs to running rabbits; witches on broomsticks to soaring angels; beautiful biplanes to miniature motorcycles. Go with Valley Forge Cupolas and improve your property with one of our weathervanes today!
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The Exciting Origins Of The Common House Cupola

7/22/2022

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Driving across long country roads, rustic farmland on either side, you’re more than likely to spot a cupola atop a barn or farmhouse. Walking through the streets of Rome, you’ll doubtless get a glimpse of its ancient ancestors. What do these cupolas, old and new, have in common? Discover the exciting origins of the common house cupola with Valley Forge Cupolas!

Minarets & The Middle East
Though historians debate, the common consensus is that the first cupolas were built in the Middle East during the 8th century. Sitting atop towers known as minarets, these cupola prototypes were essential to the daily prayer of muslims. Every day, a muezzin would stand in the tower and call the people to prayer - from a cupola!

Etymology & The European Tour
The word cupola originally comes from the Ancient Greek language, passed down from the word kúpellon, meaning “small cup,” with slight developments from the classical Latin cupella to the lower Latin cupula. Small cup was the perfect description of the cupolas of the time, as they greatly resembled small, upside-down cups standing atop the greatest architectural feats in Europe. Cupolas quickly gained popularity throughout Europe, as their construction was enough to withstand the often brutal weather throughout the region. Interestingly enough, many point to the early cupola as the inspiration for the revolutionary architectural feature known as the dome! 

Form & Function
Though the early European cupolas certainly boasted beauty, they had plenty of purpose too. Larger cupolas, known as belvederes or commonly as  “widow’s walks,” featured interior staircases and were fully accessible. People would climb up into these cupolas to behold a breathtaking panorama of their cities. Smaller cupolas were commonly used to let sunlight into closed quarters and center rooms without windows. 

Treat Yourself To A Historic Trend, Pick Up A Cupola Today!
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When compared to the cupolas of yore, it seems like the only thing our cupolas have in common is a rooftop perch. Contemporary cupolas have ditched ancient stone architecture for more practical materials like wood and PVC, and tend to adorn houses, barns, and the occasional church. Though largely ornamental, cupolas can still provide practical benefits like ventilation and lighting. If you want front row tickets to the most beautiful cupolas around, check out our selection at Valley Forge Cupolas and pick up a brand new cupola today!
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