Large Hand-Painted Brass Swedish Cow Bell w/Leather Strap 16" Tall Signed Bauma

This hand-painted swedish brass cow bell produces a resonant, deep sound. The leather strap features vibrant wool tassels and etched alpine imagery, blending function with artistry. It is signed "bauma • Bell Dimensions: 6 1/2" x 6" • Strap Height: 16" Including Bell • Hand-Painted Floral Design On Bell • Alpine Etching On Leather Strap • Durable Brass Construction • Vivid Multicolor Wool Tassels Minor wear on brass finish, slight scuffs on leather strap. This is a Swiss cowbell, often used in alpine regions. The bells help farmers locate their animals on wide pastures. They are attached to the neck of grazing animals such as cows, sheep, and goats. The bells are especially useful in summer when herds graze in the Alps. The sound of each bell is unique, allowing farmers to distinguish individual animals. The bell in the image has a leather strap with colorful trim and a painted floral design.