Handbell

Unknown

19th century (?) · Brass · Musical Instruments

This decorated table bell, with clapper, sits on an extravagantly designed three legged stand. The bell handle features a young boy holding a violet colored glass ball on his head. The stand is decorated with pine cones and quatrefoil, symbols of long life and good fortune.

Artist

Unknown

Date

19th century (?)

Medium

Brass

Culture

Russian

Department

Musical Instruments

Credit line

The Crosby Brown Collection of Musical Instruments, 1889