Antique Swiss cowbell, dated 1878, cast in Saignelégier, Jura, Switzerland, by the foundry Chiantre Fondeur. Solid bronze/brass construction with Swiss cross, floral embossing, and original leather strap with iron buckle. These bells were traditionally used on cattle and goats in Alpine regions, both practical and symbolic, often commemorating family prosperity. Smaller 19th-century examples with town and maker’s marks are increasingly rare and highly sought after.
Chiantre Fondeur. Made of warm, timeworn bronze with its original leather strap and iron buckle, it carries the soul of the Swiss mountains where it once chimed across the pastures. Perfectly aged, with a gentle patina and floral embossing, it’s a treasure that whispers of simpler days and story-filled traditions. A beautiful accent for a shelf, hung on a peg, or styled in a cozy vignette.
Dimensions: 4” Diameter
Condition: Excellent antique condition with age-appropriate wear; leather strap intact.
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