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A beautiful and very heavily cast bronze ship bell / wall bell, cast in an eclectic, historicist style with strong neorenaissance influences. The bell is in excellent, solid condition and has a handsome, dark patinated surface with light, authentic signs of age. Outstanding sound quality Thanks to its mass and substantial weight of no less than 2,420 grams, this ship bell has a fantastic, very clear and powerful tone. Because the bell is cast from high-quality bell bronze (bell putty) with a high tin content, it produces a notably long sustain with a singing echo that resounds deeply. An absolute quality feature characteristic of professional and heavy casting. Symbolism and details On the front there is a detailed circular foundry mark in relief, surrounded by a floral garland. This mark shows the classical depiction of Saint George on horseback in combat with the Dragon. According to legend, the brave knight George slays the monster to save the population. In the maritime world, this symbol traditionally stands for the victory of good over evil, and offered sailors symbolic protection against the dangers of the rough sea. On the back is the historical year '1839' cast into the bronze in a recessed cartouche. The bell was manufactured in the second half of the 20th century (circa 1960-1980) in a traditional bronze foundry in Western Europe (likely the well-known casting region in Northern Italy) according to a historic 19th-century model. The bell is supplied complete with the original bronze clapper on the inside and a robust steel suspension chain with a length of no less than 34 cm at the top. The suspension eye is still fully solid and not worn. A splendid, functional, and sonorously resonant maritime object with a wonderful history, perfect for the boating enthusiast or as decorative wall bell. Specifications: • Object: Heavy bronze ship bell / wall bell • Material: Bell bronze / clapper bronze (dark patinated) • Style: Historicism / Neorenaissance • Region of origin: Western Europe (Northern Italy) • Dating: 2nd half of the 20th century (modelled after 1839) • Bell height: approx. 21.5 cm (measured excluding the chain) • Chain length: approx. 34 cm • Weight: Exact 2,420 grams (2.42 kg) • Tone: Very clear, powerful with an exceptionally long echo • Condition: Good, perfectly functioning condition. No cracks. See photos for a complete impression (including size marking and weight on the scale). Due to the high weight and value, this bell is packed with the utmost care and professionalism for transport. The object is heavily wrapped in bubble wrap (polyethylene bubble) and surrounded by additional foam padding, and shipped in a sturdy cardboard box. Shipping takes place exclusively via 100% insured and registered transport with a Track & Trace code, guaranteeing safe and guaranteed delivery. P.S.: For inspiration, the last photo was taken with the help of AI. This is solely to provide a mood impression of placement in a room.

Estimate:£109.02

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