Large Early Antique Bronze Ship / Mission Bell From The ESTATE Peter Pellettieri
Item History & Price
Reference Number: Avaluer:59166925 | Primary Material: Bronze |
Original/Reproduction: Antique Original |
From the ESTATE of Sculptor Peter PellettieriPeter Pellettieri, a Fulbright scholar and recipient of a grant from the Italian government, Mr. Pellettieri's influence extended on a national and international scale. His work is represented in the permanent collections of major museums and during his career he executed numerous important commissions. From 1970 until he retired, he taught sculpture and glass blowing at Southern Conne...cticut State University. That institution recently honored him by naming him Professor Emeritus. As well as being an artist and teacher, Mr. Pellettieri was also a connoisseur and collector of early European art.Large and very heavy bronze bell with nice patina. Perhaps Spanish or Italian and possibly from Temple or ShipThe bell is cracked.Dimensions:Height - 18 1/2" or (47 cm.)Diameter - 14" or (36 cm.)It may be possible to arrange shipping.Most of our items come from estates and small auctions within 30 or 40 miles from my house. We do our very best to describe condition, but it is very important that youlook at all of our images, as they should the best way to determine the degree of your interest. Please ask us if you need additional photos or information, we will do ourbest to get them to you.Good Luck!