Pietro di Gaspare Campanario

Paduan, active 1479 - 1496

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The sculpture depicts a bell with relief designs on its surface. The central subject is an armored figure, possibly a warrior, accompanied by floral motifs and scrollwork. The bell is dark brown, likely made of metal such as bronze, with a smooth finish and patina. The top is adorned with a knob-like handle. The sculpture is medium-sized with intricate carvings and sculptural detail on the surface of the bell.
Pietro di Gaspare Campanario, Hand Bell with Orpheus Playing to the Animals, Walking Horses, Flying Birds, and Busts in Profile, late 15th century, bronze, Gift of Robert H. Smith/Robert H. Smith Collection, 2022.181.1

Hand Bell with Orpheus Playing to the Animals, Walking Horses, Flying Birds, and Busts in Profile

Pietro di Gaspare Campanario · late 15th century · bronze ·  Accession ID  2022.181.1