Treble (1) - St. Paul's Cathedral - LONDON (ENGLAND)

(Reference 12648)
Location North-West Tower
Diameter (in cm) 78
Approximate weight (in kilograms) 275
BellfounderTAYLOR, JOHN & CO
Casting year 1878
Description Note F
Mechanisms to ring wood wheel
Assessment Campana interesante. Puede refundirse en caso de rotura tras su documentación.
Installation La instalación es tradicional y debe ser conservada para proteger la sonoridad y otros valores culturales. Cualquier mecanización deberá conservar estas cualidades, reproducir los toques tradicionales y permitir los toques manuales.
Description (generated by Ollama - local AI) The bell Treble (1), a significant component of the St. Paul’s Cathedral peal established by Taylor, John & Co. in 1878, possesses a distinctive heritage character rooted in Victorian-era bellcasting techniques. The bell itself, crafted from bronze, exhibits a robust construction reflecting the firm’s reputation for producing substantial bells. Inscriptions on the bell’s crown read: “St. Paul’s Cathedral / John Taylor & Co. / London / 1878”.

Crucially, the design incorporates elements characteristic of Taylor’s work during this period – a substantial diameter and a relatively low pitch. A detailed record was created prior to any potential repair or replacement, allowing for a documented ‘campana interesante’ capable of being reconstructed following damage. This approach prioritizes the preservation of the bell’s original character and technical legacy within the context of ENGLISH ecclesiastical music.
Card editor MARTÍNEZ ROIG, Eliseo
Updating 05-09-2015
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