Vintage Brass Lady Bell with Boot Clapper | c.1900–1930 (Edwardian–Interwar)

An exquisite little relic from a gentler time — this brass lady bell, complete with a tiny boot-shaped clapper, is a testament to the artistry and daily rituals of turn-of-the-century life.

Figural bells like this were often found atop vanities or writing desks, used by women to summon service or signal the household — their ring as graceful as their form. Cast in solid brass, this piece features a softly flared skirt, puffed sleeves, and hand-finished detailing that speaks to early 20th-century craft rather than modern manufacture.

Details

• Solid brass construction
• Measures approximately 3⅛” tall × 1⅝” wide at base
• Period: Edwardian to Interwar (c.1900–1930)
• Distinctive boot-shaped clapper, intact and fully functional
• Estimated origin: England or continental Europe

 Why We Love It

There’s poetry in objects once used for the rhythm of daily life. We love the contrast of elegance and humor — a lady of brass with a boot as her voice. She rings clear, bright, and full of story. Perfect styled atop antique books, in a curio cabinet, or beside a writing desk where she feels right at home.

Condition-

Excellent vintage condition with light, age-appropriate wear consistent with its 90- to 120-year history. Beautiful natural patina throughout. Clapper intact and fully functional.

Shipping with care available across the U.S.

Local pickup (Boston area) available by request.

— For the keeper of timeworn grace.

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All items in the Oak & Ash Collective shop are final sale. Due to the nature of vintage and antique goods, we do not accept returns or exchanges.

All vintage and antique pieces in the Oak & Ash Collective shop are pre-loved and may show signs of age, wear, or history. These characteristics are not flaws, but a part of what makes them special. We make every effort to describe and photograph items accurately so you can purchase with confidence.

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