Decorative bell - Europe
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A single wall-mounted decorative bell in patinated metal dating to 1930–1940, mounted on an ornate neo‑Renaissance openwork support, with relief motifs, a central mascaron, a functional articulated mechanism and chain, measuring 33 cm high, 16 cm wide and 16 cm deep, made of copper, brass and bronze and of European origin.
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Important patinated metal wall bell, mounted on a rich openwork Neo-Renaissance-style support. The whole presents a particularly elaborate decoration composed of scrolls, arabesques, fantastical creatures, and a central mascaron evoking an angelic figure.
The bell itself is adorned with relief motifs and bears a Latin inscription distributed around its circumference, several elements of which are still clearly visible. It retains its articulated mechanism as well as its chain and remains functional.
Beautiful old patina with visible traces of age, wear, and oxidation, left deliberately as is. A decorative object with character, particularly interesting for a collection of bells, decorative bronzes, or Renaissance-style objects.
Important patinated metal wall bell, mounted on a rich openwork Neo-Renaissance-style support. The whole presents a particularly elaborate decoration composed of scrolls, arabesques, fantastical creatures, and a central mascaron evoking an angelic figure.
The bell itself is adorned with relief motifs and bears a Latin inscription distributed around its circumference, several elements of which are still clearly visible. It retains its articulated mechanism as well as its chain and remains functional.
Beautiful old patina with visible traces of age, wear, and oxidation, left deliberately as is. A decorative object with character, particularly interesting for a collection of bells, decorative bronzes, or Renaissance-style objects.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Number of objects
1
Material
Brass, Bronze, Copper
Country of origin
Europe
Condition
Excellent condition: barely used with minimal signs of wear
Height
33 cm
Width
16 cm
Depth
16 cm
Estimated period
1930-1940
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