Campanology Collection

Bell ringing, United Kingdom, Europe

Loughborough - Bell-ringing - World Record Change-ringers
Bellringing - World Record Change-ringers - who produced a peal of 18, 027 Stedman Caters - rung in 12 hours and 18 minutes at All Saints, Loughborough on Easter Monday - 12th April, 1909

Lady Bellringers at Petworth Parish Church - 4 August 1946
Three ladies holding their bell ropes, ready to start ringing George Garland Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref. No. Garland N26809

Bellringers at Wisborough Green - about February 1948
Full length shot of father and daughter ready to ring the bells George Garland Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref. No. Garland N29487

The Peace Rejoicings - Ringing the Bells, 1856. Creator: Unknown
The Peace Rejoicings - Ringing the Bells, 1856. Celebrating the end of the Crimean War. From "Illustrated London News", 1856

Allegory of Abuses by the Authorities of Church and State, 1570-1580. Creator: Gillis Mostaert
Allegory of Abuses by the Authorities of Church and State, 1570-1580. Alternative title: The Haywain: An Allegory of Worldly and Spiritual Abuses

Study, 1856. Creator: Constantin Guys
Study, 1856

The Bow-Bell Peal on Christmas Eve, 1850. Creator: Unknown
The Bow-Bell Peal on Christmas Eve, 1850. Illustration to a piece by John Timbs. View of ringers in the belfry in Bow Church, London, during a peal

The Actor Bando Hikosaburo II as Fujitaro, disguised as the ferryman Tomokichi, in the pla... 1767
The Actor Bando Hikosaburo II as Fujitaro, disguised as the ferryman Tomokichi, in the play " Shomei Mugen no Kane, " performed at the Nakamura Theater in the ninth month, 1767, Japan, 1767

The carillonist (colour litho)
2780020 The carillonist (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The carillonist. Le carillonneur. Paques fete des cloches)

Ringing the bells of Moscow to announce the birth of the Tsarevich Alexei (colour litho)
3097418 Ringing the bells of Moscow to announce the birth of the Tsarevich Alexei (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Rosette window depicting an organ and bells (stained glass)
PC345054 Rosette window depicting an organ and bells (stained glass) by French School, (13th century); Saint-Etienne Cathedral, Bourges, France; French, out of copyright

Ringing in the New Year (colour litho)
668508 Ringing in the New Year (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ringing in the New Year. Printed by J. M)

Wedding Bells
NOO69079 Wedding Bells by Hayllar, James (1829-1920); Private Collection; Photo eJohn Noott Galleries, Broadway, Worcestershire, UK; English, out of copyright

The bells (chromolitho)
1094212 The bells (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The bells. French educational card, late 19th or early 20th century.); © Look and Learn; French

A Peal of Church Bells, from a collection of pamphlets on esoterica, c
STC195018 A Peal of Church Bells, from a collection of pamphlets on esoterica, c.16th century (woodcut) by English School; Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright

Netherton Parish Church Bell Ringers, 3rd March 1948

Bells, from the Musical Instruments series (N82) for Duke brand cigarettes, 1888. 1888
Bells, from the Musical Instruments series (N82) for Duke brand cigarettes, 1888

Anton Brees playing the Sanctuary Bells at the Singing Tower - near Lake Wales, Florida, USA (Bok Mountain Lake Sanctuary). Date: circa 1930s

Peace rejoicings, 1856. From The Illustrated London News (31 May 1856)

Initial letter O, 14th century, (1843). Artist: Henry Shaw
Initial letter O, 14th century, (1843). Musicians playing on bells, pipes and stringed instruments. Illustration from Dresses

The Bell Ringer from The Complete Works of Beranger, 1836. Creator: John Thompson
The Bell Ringer from The Complete Works of Beranger, 1836

Kirdford Bell Ringers - 17 April 1948
Bell ringers in the bell tower of Kirdford Church George Garland Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref. No. Garland N29767

The bell ringers of St Pauls Cathedral, 1903
The interior of the ringing chamber at St Pauls Cathedral, London. The twelve bells of the north tower can be seen here, about to be rung by an all male band of ringers. Date: 1903

The bells of St Pauls Cathedral on an upward turn, 1903
The bells of St Pauls Cathedral, photographed specially with flashlight photography with the bells mouth up. Date: 1903

Venetian Bellmakers Shop (pen & ink and w / c on paper)
XIR125817 Venetian Bellmakers Shop (pen & ink and w/c on paper) by Grevenbroeck, Jan van (1731-1807); Museo Correr, Venice, Italy; Dutch, out of copyright

The Peace Celebrations, 1856
Bell ringers ring the church bells in celebration of the end of the Crimean war. Date: 1856

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Campanology, the art of bell ringing, has a rich history in the United Kingdom and Europe. From Loughborough's world record change-ringers to the bellringers at Wisborough Green in February 1948, this tradition has captivated people for centuries. In a snapshot from February 1948, we see dedicated bellringers at Wisborough Green passionately participating in their craft. Their synchronized movements and harmonious melodies fill the air with enchanting sounds that echo through time. Another remarkable moment captured on August 4th, 1946, showcases Lady Bellringers at Petworth Parish Church. Breaking gender norms of the era, these women proudly demonstrate their skill and dedication to campanology. Traveling back even further to 1767 Japan, we encounter an intriguing image depicting The Actor Bando Hikosaburo II as Fujitaro disguised as Tomokichi - a ferryman who is entwined with bells. This theatrical portrayal highlights how bells have been intertwined with various cultures throughout history. Moving away from actual bell ringing but still connected to its essence is a colorful lithograph showcasing a carillonist playing his instrument. The vibrant hues bring life to this musical scene while reminding us of the importance of melody and rhythm within campanology. Bells have not only served as instruments but also played significant roles in historical events like announcing Tsarevich Alexei's birth in Moscow or adorning stained glass windows like the rosette window depicting an organ and bells. The joyous sound of church bells ringing in the New Year evokes feelings of hope and renewal for all who hear them, and is a timeless tradition that brings communities together worldwide. And let us not forget wedding bells – those magical chimes that celebrate love and unity between two souls embarking on their journey together. They symbolize new beginnings filled with happiness and promise. Throughout history, artists have been inspired by the beauty and significance of bells.