Estimate: $200 - $500
Price Realized: $499 Includes buyer's premium
A mechanical religious wall-mounted sanctus bell assembly constructed from painted iron featuring a central molded figure of St. Peter holding a key and surmounted by a cross, flanked by a series of three brass bells operated by a manual pull-cord lever mechanism with two decorative terminal crosses
Iron, paint, brass
35 x 11 x 9 inches
The Estate of Janice and Donald Rosenthal
Overall Good/Fair condition; surface is notably dusty with minor localized paint loss, superficial oxidation, and surface rust on the exposed iron framework components
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Condition reports are based on visual inspection by the Capsule team under typical office lighting. Unless otherwise noted, items are not examined under UV light in advance of sale. We do not guarantee the content of written or verbal condition reports. Remember, all lots are previously owned and all sales are final. The absence of a condition report does not imply that there are no condition issues with the lot.
Art has not been examined out of the frame unless otherwise stated. Frames, lampshades, or items described as “supplementary” are not considered integral to the value of the lot and are excluded from condition assessments. This includes any mat, mounting, glazing, hanging apparatus, case, box, or stand. Timepiece movements, lighting elements and items with mechanical or electrical components have not been thoroughly tested and are not covered under warranty by Capsule.
