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Antique European Bronze Bell w Wrought Iron Wall Bracket, Imported from Belgium

$1,350
£1,020.62
€1,222.53
CA$1,921.21
A$1,963.45
CHF 1,121.21
MX$25,548.96
NOK 12,810.99
SEK 13,352.70
DKK 9,138.18

About the Item

A substantial antique European bronze bell with a heavy, hand-forged-style iron wall bracket, imported from Belgium. The bell features a traditional flared profile, molded concentric rings, and a beautifully weathered verdigris patina developed through years of exposure. Suspended from a dramatically curved iron arm, the bell retains its substantial mounting hardware, including a rectangular wall plate designed for attachment to masonry or wood. The contrast between the oxidized bronze and dark, textured iron creates a compelling example of utilitarian European craftsmanship. Bells of this type were historically used throughout European towns and rural communities at building entrances, estates, workshops, farms, and institutional properties. Their distinctive forms and durable construction made them both practical signaling devices and recognizable architectural features. The bell retains its original aged character, with surface oxidation, discoloration, and wear consistent with outdoor exposure. The interior clapper is missing, so the bell is currently nonfunctional. A replacement clapper could potentially be fitted if the bell is intended for use rather than display. Purchased in Belgium, this handsome architectural artifact would make a distinctive addition to a garden wall, courtyard, covered entrance, or collection of European architectural antiques.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 20 in (50.8 cm)Width: 10 in (25.4 cm)Depth: 19 in (48.26 cm)
  • Style:
    Rustic (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Bronze,Wrought Iron,Cast,Forged
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
    1900-1909
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Unknown
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor structural damages. Wonderful original patina on a bronze bell. missing the clapper inside the bell but the loop for attaching the clapper is intact.
  • Seller Location:
    Austin, TX
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU11172252670512

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