Group of Etched Brass Claw and Decorative Bells
Decorative Collectibles

Group of Etched Brass Claw and Decorative Bells

A group of four brass bells with intricate etched and painted decoration appears in the image. There are three identical, smaller claw bells and one larger bell with a different shape. The smaller bells are roughly globular with open, claw-like bases and a cylindrical finial at the top. They are decorated with etched images of elephants and what appear to be human figures, detailed with dark outlines and touches of red color. The larger bell has a more traditional bell shape but is inverted at the base, forming a bowl-like component with open slits. It also has a cylindrical finial at the top similar in form to the smaller bells. This larger piece is decorated with etched and painted floral and possibly figurative motifs in dark outlines and hints of reddish-brown color. All the pieces exhibit a natural patina consistent with aged brass, suggesting they are not new. There are no visible manufacturing marks or signatures discernible in the image. The overall craftsmanship appears consistent with decorative folk art or items intended for collectible purposes, possibly from an Asian region based on the motifs observed. The condition appears good with expected surface wear and patina for items of this likely age; no significant damage or repairs are apparent.

Estimated Value

$40-60

Basic Information

Category

Decorative Collectibles

Appraised On

August 27, 2025

Estimated Value

$40-60

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Claw bells

Item Description

A group of four brass bells with intricate etched and painted decoration appears in the image. There are three identical, smaller claw bells and one larger bell with a different shape. The smaller bells are roughly globular with open, claw-like bases and a cylindrical finial at the top. They are decorated with etched images of elephants and what appear to be human figures, detailed with dark outlines and touches of red color. The larger bell has a more traditional bell shape but is inverted at the base, forming a bowl-like component with open slits. It also has a cylindrical finial at the top similar in form to the smaller bells. This larger piece is decorated with etched and painted floral and possibly figurative motifs in dark outlines and hints of reddish-brown color. All the pieces exhibit a natural patina consistent with aged brass, suggesting they are not new. There are no visible manufacturing marks or signatures discernible in the image. The overall craftsmanship appears consistent with decorative folk art or items intended for collectible purposes, possibly from an Asian region based on the motifs observed. The condition appears good with expected surface wear and patina for items of this likely age; no significant damage or repairs are apparent.

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