| | Location |
north west tower |
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| Bellfounder | WHITECHAPEL BELL FOUNDRY |
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| Casting year |
1971 |
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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, designated Bell (9), within the Collegiate Church of St Peter at Westminster Abbey, represents a significant example of late 20th-century bell casting commissioned by the Whitechapel Bell Foundry. Established in 1971, the bell’s heritage is intrinsically linked to the Foundry’s continued production following a period of decline.
The bell’s inscriptions, meticulously documented prior to conservation, read: “Pax Vobiscum” (Peace Be With You) on the tenor, and “Gloria Patri” (Glory to the Father) on the treble. These Latin phrases reflect the bell’s traditional liturgical purpose.
Following its installation, the bell underwent a comprehensive conservation programme, with detailed records maintained for potential future reconstruction should damage occur. This archival documentation ensures the bell’s historical and artistic value is preserved for generations to come, solidifying its place within England’s bell-casting tradition. |
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| Updating |
02-02-2017 |
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