Handcrafted Brackendale Bell

The specific piece in the image is a "Bell of Brackendale". It is a highly sought-after piece of local regional folk art crafted in Brackendale, BC by artist Thor Froslev, who historically built the renowned Brackendale Art Gallery. Because of its unique construction, it does not sound like a standard flare-rimmed church or dinner bell. Here is what to expect acoustically: • The Tone: It produces a deep, heavy, industrial chime or gong-like ring. Unlike cast brass or bronze bells which have a bright, piercing ring, the thick, cylindrical iron walls create a much lower, grounding fundamental pitch.