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This 19th C cast bronze cow bell from the Jura mountains in eastern France is marked by the name of … Read more This 19th C cast bronze cow bell from the Jura mountains in eastern France is marked by the name of the foundry Obertino C. Fondeur L'abergement Saint Marie established in 1834. Decorated with religious symbols, flowers, and a cow, this piece once hung around the neck of a goat to alert the dairyman of her location in the mountains. It also bears a beautiful ringing sound, circa 1850. The leather collar has a wonderful soft patina. See less
- Dimensions
- 3.5ʺW × 2.5ʺD × 17ʺH
- Period
- Late 19th Century
- Country of Origin
- France
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
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- Materials
- Bronze
- Leather
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Bronze
- Condition Notes
- Tarnish and age to bell, wear and age to leather. Tarnish and age to bell, wear and age to leather. less
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