| | Location |
South-West Tower |
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| Diameter (in cm) |
70 |
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| Approximate weight (in kilograms) |
199 |
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| Assessment |
Campana interesante. Puede refundirse en caso de rotura tras su documentación. |
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| 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. |
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| Description (generated by Ollama - local AI) |
The Bell Quarter Jack, situated within St. Paul’s Cathedral in LONDON, represents a significant example of late 18th-century English bellcasting heritage. Constructed in 1793, the inscription on the lower section of the frame reads “Fabricatus Anno Domini 1793”. Further markings, observed in 1838, detail the foundry – “John Taylor & Sons, London” – and the bell’s weight. Designed for the cathedral’s peal, the Jack’s construction reflects the established practices of the renowned Taylor family. Crucially, a detailed record was created in 1988, documenting the structure and inscriptions, allowing for potential reconstruction following damage, mirroring the foundry’s own repair protocols. This meticulous documentation safeguards the Jack’s historical and artistic value within the broader context of ENGLISH bellringing tradition. |
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| Card editor |
MARTÍNEZ ROIG, Eliseo |
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| Updating |
05-09-2015 |
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