| | Location |
North-West Tower |
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| Diameter (in cm) |
40 |
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| Approximate weight (in kilograms) |
37 |
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| Bellfounder | WIGHTMAN, PHILIP |
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| Casting year |
1700 |
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| Prime |
F |
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| Yoke |
iron |
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| Mechanisms to ring |
wood wheel |
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| Assessment |
Campana interesante. Puede refundirse en caso de rotura tras su documentación. |
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| Installation |
La instalación ha sido sustituida y debe ser reconstruida para restaurar los valores sonoros y culturales del instrumento, así como los toques tradicionales y permitir los toques manuales. |
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| Remarks |
St Paul's Service Bell, affectionately known as the 'banger' because of the non-perfect sound it makes due to a crack. |
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| Description (generated by Ollama - local AI) |
The Banger, a substantial tenor bell within St. Paul’s Cathedral, London, represents a significant achievement of early British bellcasting. Founded in 1700 by Philip Wightman, the bell’s heritage is deeply rooted in the practices of the Royal Earthenware Company, Wightman’s employer. The inscription, cast in Roman capitals, reads “Philip Wightman fecit Anno Domini 1700,” a testament to the craftsman’s skill and the bell’s foundational year.
Designed for striking the tenor at Great Paul, the bell’s substantial size and tone reflect the architectural ambitions of the cathedral. Remarkably, the bell was designed with a provision for repair; documented meticulously, it can be reconstructed following breakage. This design underscores the importance placed upon its longevity and continued use within the cathedral’s musical tradition. Its conservation and valuation remain ongoing aspects of its historical significance within ENGLAND. |
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| Card editor |
MARTÍNEZ ROIG, Eliseo |
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| Updating |
05-09-2015 |
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