{"product_id":"brass-monastery-type-bell-with-latin-inscription-probably-continental-european-c-1880-1930","title":"Copper-Alloy Monastery-Type Bell with Latin Inscription — Probably European, c.1880–1930","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA cast copper-alloy bell, probably brass, with a substantial suspension loop, stepped shoulder and flared mouth. Raised Latin lettering encircles the shoulder above a band of stylised figures within lobed frames, alternating with scrolling foliage. The lettering follows the familiar bell motto \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQui me tangit vocem meam audit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, meaning “Whoever touches me hears my voice”;  Commonly described as a monastery-type bell, it could have served a signalling function, although its original setting and any ecclesiastical use are unrecorded.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe body and raised ornament were formed by casting, with smooth moulded bands contrasting with the stippled decorative ground. The surface displays scratches, abrasions, uneven brown and reddish coloration, brighter wear to raised details and local green oxidation. A metal clapper remains suspended inside, secured with replacement wire; the bell rings, as demonstrated in the accompanying recording. Provisionally dated to the late 19th or early 20th century, it is of interest for its inscription, relief ornament and bell construction. The maker, precise alloy and manufacturing location remain unidentified.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCirca:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProvisionally c.1880–1930; exact date unconfirmed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProvenance:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThomas Guenther Collection, Netherlands.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBase Diameter: 23.5 cm; Height: 21.7 cm, as supplied. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1.3 kg.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSurface scratches, abrasions and uneven dark brown and reddish coloration, with brighter wear to raised decoration and local green oxidation. Clapper secured with replacement wire. Bell rings. Please examine the photographs, including the underside, for condition details.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Esteemed Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55701767455061,"sku":"TG AB 9","price":125.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1008\/2353\/1861\/files\/decorated-brass-bell-latin-inscription-cast-figure-foliate-scrolls-tg-ab-9.png?v=1794150228","url":"https:\/\/esteemedantiques.com\/products\/brass-monastery-type-bell-with-latin-inscription-probably-continental-european-c-1880-1930","provider":"Esteemed Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}