Call bell - Europe - Service bell.
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Estimate € 80 - € 120
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Description from the seller
Description:
Gorgeous patinated bronze bell topped by a charming and expressive female figurine (young girl in a long dress adorned with floral motifs, hands on hips, smiling face) serving as the handle.
Play between the figurine and the bell with no consequences.
Clapper (original mechanism intact).
Flared bell richly decorated: upper frieze with a Latin inscription engraved « IVNVS + AOQVILA » (or close variant – possible antique reference, stylized floral motifs, palmettes, scrolls, birds or mythological figures in bas-relief on the body and base. Original metal clapper suspended.
Dimensions: Total height 16 cm – Base diameter 7.5 cm.
Sound: Clear, resonant and pleasant (tone typical of high-quality ancient bronzes).
Condition: Very good, authentic golden/ancient bronze patina uniform, minimal signs of use, no chips, cracks or repairs. Sound piece, healthy and presentable.
Probable period: Late 19th – early 20th century (revival antique or Orientalist/decorative Art Nouveau style).
Rare decorative object: ideal for collection of antique bells, figurative bronzes, Victorian curiosities, decorative arts or display on a desk/shelf. A piece that is both functional and highly aesthetic.
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In case of problems contact me.
I do my best to resolve all disputes.
Before a negative evaluation contact me to find a solution to our problem.
Thank you
Translated by Google TranslateDescription:
Gorgeous patinated bronze bell topped by a charming and expressive female figurine (young girl in a long dress adorned with floral motifs, hands on hips, smiling face) serving as the handle.
Play between the figurine and the bell with no consequences.
Clapper (original mechanism intact).
Flared bell richly decorated: upper frieze with a Latin inscription engraved « IVNVS + AOQVILA » (or close variant – possible antique reference, stylized floral motifs, palmettes, scrolls, birds or mythological figures in bas-relief on the body and base. Original metal clapper suspended.
Dimensions: Total height 16 cm – Base diameter 7.5 cm.
Sound: Clear, resonant and pleasant (tone typical of high-quality ancient bronzes).
Condition: Very good, authentic golden/ancient bronze patina uniform, minimal signs of use, no chips, cracks or repairs. Sound piece, healthy and presentable.
Probable period: Late 19th – early 20th century (revival antique or Orientalist/decorative Art Nouveau style).
Rare decorative object: ideal for collection of antique bells, figurative bronzes, Victorian curiosities, decorative arts or display on a desk/shelf. A piece that is both functional and highly aesthetic.
Seller's Story
I remain at the disposal of buyers.
In case of problems contact me.
I do my best to resolve all disputes.
Before a negative evaluation contact me to find a solution to our problem.
Thank you
Translated by Google TranslateDetails
Era
1900-2000
Title additional information
Service bell.
Number of items
1
Material
Bronze
Country of Origin
Europe
Style
Vintage
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
16 cm
Width
7.5 cm
Depth
7.5 cm
Estimated period
1930-1940
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