Vintage Brass Unicorn Bell

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This vintage brass bell is topped with a spirited rearing unicorn, cast in the round with real sculptural energy. The … Read more This vintage brass bell is topped with a spirited rearing unicorn, cast in the round with real sculptural energy. The mythical horse balances on a single hind hoof, its forelegs raised and bent, its head tossed back in profile with a long spiral horn thrust forward. The mane streams in carved, combed strands down the neck, and a full, feathered tail sweeps to a decorative curl at the rear. Fine modeling gives the body a defined musculature, while the small, expressive face has a delicate eye and softly sculpted muzzle. The figure rises from a turned, baluster-shaped stem seated on a stepped collar, which anchors the finial to the crown of the bell. Below, the classic flared bell form is clean and well proportioned, with incised horizontal bands near the shoulder and above the lip, and a rolled, molded rim at the base. The brass has developed a deep, mellow patina of antique gold, olive, and bronze, with lighter, burnished highlights on the raised contours and a soft, mottled tarnish across the body. Scattered oxidation spots and gentle surface marks give the piece an honest, time-worn texture that collectors prize.

Place it on a desk, bar cart, console, or bookshelf, where it brings whimsy and old-world charm to Victorian, Traditional, Hollywood Regency, Eclectic, and Grand Millennial interiors. It makes a delightful dinner bell, a conversation piece for a library vignette, or a charming gift for collectors of equestrian and mythical-creature motifs. The bell measures 3.75 inches wide, 3.75 inches deep, and 6.5 inches high. Condition is good, with natural tarnish and minor surface scratches, and no visible repairs or losses. To care for it, dust with a soft cloth and, if you prefer a brighter finish, polish gently with a brass cleaner. Leave it untouched to preserve the patina. Add this enchanting piece to your collection today. See less