A truly special piece of American art glass — this Fenton gold carnival glass bell was commissioned as a 50th wedding anniversary gift and carries all the hallmarks of a Fenton heirloom: luminous iridescent gold carnival glass that shifts from warm amber to violet and green in changing light, hand-painted floral decoration, and the artist’s signature on the base. The front reads “50th Anniversary” in elegant gold script surrounded by hand-painted flowers and foliage. The back is personalized in gold script to the original owners — “Michael & Susan, January 4, 1958–2008” — marking their golden anniversary. The base is signed “Hand Painted by S. Kelly” in the Fenton tradition of artist attribution. Original Fenton oval sticker remains intact on the body. Glass clapper is present and functional.
A one-of-a-kind piece with documented provenance — not a production piece, but a custom anniversary commission that tells a complete story.
Key Features
Fenton Art Glass — gold iridescent carnival glass with full rainbow shift
Hand-painted floral decoration — signed “Hand Painted by S. Kelly” on base
Front: “50th Anniversary” in gold script with painted flowers and foliage
Back personalized in gold script: “Michael & Susan, January 4, 1958–2008”
Original Fenton oval sticker intact on body
Original glass clapper present and functional
Scalloped crimped rim — classic Fenton bell form
Dimensions
Approximately 6.5" tall
Condition & Disclaimer
No chips or cracks
Great vintage condition: item may show light scratches, small marks, or minor wear consistent with age and use
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