Vintage Brass Welsh Lady Bell 4 Inch Figural Table Bell Traditional Costume

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This vintage brass Welsh lady bell stands four inches tall and forms a working table bell beneath the figure’s full skirt.

The tall hat, deeply textured shawl, folded hands, and ribbed dress give it plenty of detail for a brass bell collection, Welsh display, desk, or shelf.

Details

  • Item: Figural table bell
  • Figure: Woman in traditional Welsh style clothing
  • Era: Likely mid to late twentieth century
  • Materials: Cast brass or brass alloy
  • Color: Warm golden brass with darker aged areas
  • Maker/Mark: No maker's mark
  • Style: Traditional folk costume and vintage souvenir decor
  • Special Features: Tall hat, textured shawl, folded hands, ribbed skirt, internal clapper, and working bell
  • Size: Approximately 4 inches tall with a 2 inch round bell base
  • Weight: Approximately 9 ounces

Condition Grade: Very Good

Positives

  • The bell is complete and produces a clear, pleasant sound.
  • The facial features, hat, shawl, hands, purse, and skirt details remain well defined.
  • The figure stands securely and has a substantial weight for its small size.

Issues / Wear

  • The brass surface shows light scratches, rubbed areas, small dark spots, and uneven patina.
  • The inside of the bell has dark oxidation and surface discoloration.
  • No maker, country, or date mark is visible, so the exact manufacturer and age are not confirmed from the photos.

See all photos for detail. Sold as pictured.

Condition Grade Key

  • Near Fine: Almost perfect. Very minor signs of age only.
  • Very Good: Shows light use. Sound and attractive with minor flaws.
  • Good: Complete and intact. Noticeable wear consistent with age and use.
  • Fair: Shows significant wear. Readable or usable but clearly used.

Collector's Notes

Figural lady bells were made as decorative table bells and souvenirs, with the full skirt forming the bell itself.

This one suits a collector of brass bells, Welsh themed pieces, traditional costume figures, or small working desk accessories.

The deep folds in the shawl and vertical detailing along the skirt give this particular figure a strong shape from every side.

It works as a bell, but it has enough character to stand on the shelf without needing to announce anything.

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Disclaimer

All items are vintage and may show signs of age, wear, or use consistent with their history. Photos show the exact condition of each piece—please review them carefully, as they are part of the description. 

While I do my best to capture colors accurately, your monitor or device screen may display colors slightly differently from the actual item.

Please Note:
These pieces come from estate collections and have been surface cleaned. You may wish to perform additional cleaning depending on your preference.

Good to Know Before You Buy

Yes. Every photo on this page is the actual item you will receive. Not a stock photo, not a similar copy. What you see is what ships.

Honestly. This is vintage, so expect some age. When I find wear, writing, stains, loose pages, chips, or missing pieces, I note them and show them in the photos. Some marks add character. Some are just flaws. I tell you which is which so you can decide if this is the right one for you.

With care. Old books and fragile pieces are wrapped and boxed so they arrive the way they left me. Careful packing is one of the things buyers mention most in their reviews. Orders of $35 or more ship free.

Probably not. Everything here is one of a kind, and I rarely find the same item twice. Once it sells, it is gone. Vintage does not restock neatly.