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A Trio of Historic Resonance: Curated Vintage Mission Style Handbells
For collectors seeking tactile antique California mission bells for sale, this specially curated assortment of 3 vintage diminutive bronze handbells offers incredible character and historic charm. Gathered together for their contrasting yet beautifully complementary sizes, ornate surfaces, weathered patinas, and distinct ringtones, they form a rich display set that is as delightful to look at as it is to ring. Equipped with oversized internal clappers, even a gentle shake coaxes a remarkably loud, clear, high-pitched ring from each piece.
Collector Specifications:
Central Bell: 3 1/2 inch height, 2 1/4 inch diameter
Left & Right Bells: 3 inch height, 2 1/4 inch diameter
Condition: Excellent vintage condition with deep, untouched patinas
Shipping: Free U.S. shipping included
Note: Additional companion bells in this size range are available to help you build out a larger custom set. See my other listings or contact me for details.
The Art of the Destroyed Sand-Mold Foundry
What makes these pieces irresistible to El Camino Real bell enthusiasts is the traditional production method. Hand-cast of thick, solid bronze by an unrecorded artisan foundry in Mexico, each bell features a one-of-a-kind surface pattern.
The makers achieved this detailed relief by pressing carefully chosen found objects directly into the soft walls of a temporary sand mold. Because the sand mold must be physically broken apart and destroyed to extract the cooled bronze bell within, every single casting is an unrepeatable piece of artwork.
These handbells bring an intimate sense of early California heritage directly to your writing desk, library bookshelf, or console table, making them perfect accents for a Spanish Revival or historic Western space.
A Trio of Historic Resonance: Curated Vintage Mission Style Handbells
For collectors seeking tactile antique California mission bells for sale, this specially curated assortment of 3 vintage diminutive bronze handbells offers incredible character and historic charm. Gathered together for their contrasting yet beautifully complementary sizes, ornate surfaces, weathered patinas, and distinct ringtones, they form a rich display set that is as delightful to look at as it is to ring. Equipped with oversized internal clappers, even a gentle shake coaxes a remarkably loud, clear, high-pitched ring from each piece.
Collector Specifications:
Central Bell: 3 1/2 inch height, 2 1/4 inch diameter
Left & Right Bells: 3 inch height, 2 1/4 inch diameter
Condition: Excellent vintage condition with deep, untouched patinas
Shipping: Free U.S. shipping included
Note: Additional companion bells in this size range are available to help you build out a larger custom set. See my other listings or contact me for details.
The Art of the Destroyed Sand-Mold Foundry
What makes these pieces irresistible to El Camino Real bell enthusiasts is the traditional production method. Hand-cast of thick, solid bronze by an unrecorded artisan foundry in Mexico, each bell features a one-of-a-kind surface pattern.
The makers achieved this detailed relief by pressing carefully chosen found objects directly into the soft walls of a temporary sand mold. Because the sand mold must be physically broken apart and destroyed to extract the cooled bronze bell within, every single casting is an unrepeatable piece of artwork.
These handbells bring an intimate sense of early California heritage directly to your writing desk, library bookshelf, or console table, making them perfect accents for a Spanish Revival or historic Western space.
