Large 11" Brass Eagle Desk Bell - Federalist Style
This substantial 11-inch brass bell captures the classic look of 18th and 19th-century Americana. While a modern reproduction, it is modeled after historical "call bells" found in early government offices and colonial estates. The spread-wing eagle finial is a direct nod to the Federalist era (1780–1830), following the eagle’s 1782 debut as the national symbol.
Known to collectors as the "Freedom Flyer" style, this design was used on everything from mirrors to furniture in the early 1800s to project patriotism and "vigilance." This piece offers that sought-after antique aesthetic for a library or mantel without the fragility of a period relic. It features a polished finish and a heavy, functional clapper that produces a loud, resonant ring.
