Decorative bell - Italy - 31 cm - 6 kg

Antique bell from the first half of the 1900s, ideal for collectors of antiques, sacred art, or rural curios. The lot is presented in excellent conservation condition and stands out for its complete structural and acoustic integrity. The bell is made of Bronze casting and features a beautiful original patina from the period, characterized by the classic and genuine green verdigris from natural oxidation. The bronze body is completely intact, free of cracks, hairline fractures, or fissures. Inside is the original clapper. The upper structure (the stock or yoke) is made of dark solid chestnut wood mounted with artisanal hardware in wrought iron of the period and secured by large domed-head pins. Features and Measurements: Overall height (including yoke): 31 cm. Diameter at the bell mouth: 20.5 cm. The bell produces an extremely clear, clean, and continuous sound, a sign of the bronze’s perfect integrity. Excellent overall condition, structurally solid. An object that preserves all its historical charm intact.