Lot # 37 - Vintage Hand‑Carved African Wooden Cattle Bell with Rope Handle

Opening Bid : $ 5.00
Pickup Instructions: Pickups Saturday, April 24th & 25th 10 AM- 3 PM - Street Parking Available - Stairs To Access Home - Bring Packaging & Helpers For Large & Fragile Lots - Pickers Sale On Site: Furniture & Goods Of All Kinds
Start Date/Time: 15-Apr-2026 7:00:00 AM
End Date/Time: 22-Apr-2026 7:36:00 PM
Current bid:

$5.00

Highest bidder:

AVVM

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Description :

Traditional African cattle bell carved from a single piece of wood, featuring a rounded, textured exterior with organic surface patterning. The bell includes its original rope handle, threaded through side openings and secured with knotted ends. Interior shows hand‑tooled shaping consistent with functional pastoral use.

This form of wooden bell is associated with livestock identification and sound signaling in various African regions. Surface wear, irregularities, and carving marks are consistent with handmade construction and working use. Suitable for display, décor, or ethnographic collection.




Dimensions : 9.5 in L x 4.5 in W x 20.5 in H

Auction History

Highest bidder is AVVM

Date Bid User
15-Apr-2026 10:32:17 AM $5.00 AVVM

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