Collectible 6" tall blue Jasperware bell with angel cupid cherub putti with bow and arrow, surrounded by grape leaves and grapes. Darling plump little angel, cupid, putti or cherub holds a bow and arrow. Very detailed creamy white Jasperware on a light blue bell.
Bell collectors are intrigued by the appearance, sound and history of bells. Bell collections vary depending on member interest: brass bells, bronze bells, ceramic bells, glass bells, crystal bells, porcelain bells, wood bells - all types of bells.
Putti are those plump little naked boys with wings that one often sees in Renaissance, Mannerist, Baroque and Rococo art. Typically, a putto (in the singular form) depicts an angel or cherub in a religious scene, but he may also come in the form of Cupid. In either case, a putto's presence symbolizes love, whether Divine or of a more earthly nature. Incidentally, you never run across ugly putti in art; they're so cute you could just pinch them. http://arthistory.about.com/cs/glossaries/g/p_putti.htm
Bells have been around for centuries. The Egyptians believed that a mystical sound from God was communicated through the sound of a bell. Bells have a pure tone that is actually made of two notes. Some attest to the healing effect of bells such as with the ringing of the Tibetan bells.
Stands 6.25" tall, 3.5" wide with no chips, cracks, discolorations or any damage. White porcelain clapper on gold thread. Unmarked as to maker. Perfect addition to your fine Jasperware or collectible bell collection!
A1635 - Collectible BLUE JASPERWARE Bell Angel Cupid Cherub Putti with Bow & Arrow
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