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Hand bells DP130732
Filename: DP130732.jpg
Size: 2832 x 3920 (10.4MB)
Date: 17th December 2010
Source: Historic England
Credit: © Historic England, Derek Kenda
Copyright Status: Copyrighted Work
Urgency (1-8) 5=normal: 5
Source: Historic England Archive
Owner URL: images.historicenglandservices.org.uk
Job Title: Staff Photographer
© Historic England
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Hand bells DP130732
Whitechapel Bell Foundry, 32-34 Whitechapel Road, Tower Hamlets, London. Interior, hand bell blanks
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Media ID 11606674
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1. Title: "The Art of Sound: Hand Bell Blanks at the Whitechapel Bell Foundry" 2. In this evocative photograph by Derek Kendall, taken at the renowned Whitechapel Bell Foundry in London, we are granted a rare glimpse into the intricate process of hand bell production. Nestled within the heart of Tower Hamlets, this historic foundry has been crafting bells since 1570, making it one of the oldest manufacturing businesses in the UK. 3. The image captures a detail of the foundry's interior, where rows upon rows of hand bell blanks are meticulously arranged. Each blank, a smooth, white, spherical form, awaits its transformation into a beautiful, resonant hand bell. The blanks are carefully shaped and tuned by skilled craftsmen, who apply their artistry and expertise to create bells that emit clear, melodic tones. 4. The Whitechapel Bell Foundry is renowned for its high-quality bells, which have graced churches, cathedrals, and other significant buildings throughout the UK and beyond. However, this photograph offers a different perspective, focusing on the humble beginnings of these iconic objects. The hand bell blanks, devoid of their final form, serve as a reminder of the artistry, patience, and craftsmanship required to bring them to life. 5. The photograph's composition emphasizes the symmetry and order of the arranged blanks, while the natural light that filters through the windows casts an ethereal glow upon the scene. The result is a captivating image that invites us to appreciate the beauty and intricacy of the bell-making process, as well as the rich history and tradition of the Whitechapel Bell Foundry.
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