Damascene Gilt Bronze Spanish Turtle Service Bell, 1950's

Description

You rang? Call for service in style with a Spanish gilt bronze turtle bell embellished by a damascene decorated shell. … more You rang? Call for service in style with a Spanish gilt bronze turtle bell embellished by a damascene decorated shell. The turtle has a wind-up mechanism similar to an old fashioned alarm clock and rings by depressing the head or tail. The 'trill' is so charming but definitely attention getting too. The damascene decoration features a double headed eagle symbol which is often associated with empire or monarch rule. So be the Queen or King of your castle and ring away! Marked on the underside 'BOJ Eibar Espana'.

The bell work perfectly and can be used quite a bit before it needs rewinding. The damascene decoration shows some wear on the eagles talons as shown in photograph 8.

Measures 5.25" long x 2.5" wide x 2" tall. less