Tenor bell for St. Pauls, 1878
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Tenor bell for St. Pauls, 1878
New peal of bells for St Pauls Cathedral: the tenor bell, presented by the city corporation, produced by John Taylors Bellfoundry of Loughborough. Date: c. 1830
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1878 Bell Bells Corporation Foundry Operations Pauls Tenor Workmen
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This photograph print transports us back to the bustling world of Victorian England, specifically to the historic city of London and the hallowed grounds of St. Paul's Cathedral in the late 1870s. The focus of this extraordinary image is the impressive Tenor Bell, a new addition to the cathedral's peal of bells. Presented by the City Corporation, this magnificent bell was crafted by the esteemed John Taylor Bellfoundry of Loughborough, a renowned foundry known for its exceptional work in bell-making since the 18th century. The Tenor Bell, with its imposing size and intricate details, stands as a testament to the skill and dedication of the foundry's talented workmen. The photograph captures the bell in various stages of production, offering a unique glimpse into the meticulous operations that went into creating this historical artifact. The workers, dressed in their Victorian attire, can be seen meticulously hammering away at the molten metal, shaping it into the perfect form. The bell's massive size is evident, with several men working together to manipulate it into position. The Tenor Bell, completed in 1878, holds significant historical importance for St. Paul's Cathedral. Its addition to the cathedral's peal of bells marked a new era in the cathedral's rich musical heritage. This photograph print, with its captivating details and intriguing glimpse into the past, serves as a reminder of the dedication, craftsmanship, and history that went into creating this iconic bell.
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