1950s Swedish Cow Bell, Brass Plated Iron With Beatiful Golden Patina Christmas Ornament

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Primitive Vintage Swedish Cow Bell with the nice traditional klang sound of Swedish meadows. (feel free to message for a … Read more Primitive Vintage Swedish Cow Bell with the nice traditional klang sound of Swedish meadows. (feel free to message for a video so you can hear the sound - I can submit it to you via Chairish support)

This is a mid-century Swedish cow bell (kobjällra), traditionally used by farmers in the pastoral meadows of Sweden to track cattle. Handmade in Sweden in the mid 20th-century (1950s-70s)

These bells were produced using regional metallurgical methods from mid-century Scandinavia:
• Beautifully handcrafted: The body is constructed from iron sheet metal, shaped, riveted, and dipped in brass before being baked in a furnace. This specific process creates the classic "klang" tone distinct to traditional Swedish meadows.
• The clapper is made from a piece of sheet metal that has been rolled into a cylinder. It shows the same brass/gold-colored plating or wash as the rest of the bell.
• The strap: The sun-faded, woven orange textile strap is highly characteristic of historical Swedish folk textiles.

A beautiful golden finish that catches the light nicely. The aged patina adds to its rustic charm. This makes for a wonderful Christmas ornament or unique Christmas present.

Medium-sized: 3.5" wide, the bell itself it 4" tall, when handle and clapper is included, it is around 6.5" high. The depth is around 3". See less