Bring timeless American art glass craftsmanship into your home with this vintage 1994 Fenton Aurora Black glass dinner bell, beautifully hand-painted with autumn leaves and signed by Fenton artist D. Gesel.
The glossy black glass provides a dramatic backdrop for the delicate hand-painted botanical design featuring warm copper and golden leaves with soft white blossoms connected by graceful vine details. The bell has a classic flared base and elegant sculpted handle, making it both a functional bell and a striking decorative accent.
Each hand-painted Fenton bell is unique, and this piece showcases the artistry that made Fenton one of America’s most beloved art glass companies. The bell produces a clear, gentle chime and works beautifully as a display piece in a curio cabinet, vintage kitchen, fall décor display, or collector’s showcase.
This piece is authentic vintage Fenton art glass from 1994, hand-decorated and signed by the artist, making it a wonderful collectible for glass enthusiasts and lovers of vintage décor.
History & Interesting Facts
The Fenton Art Glass Company, founded in 1905 in West Virginia, became one of the most recognized names in American art glass. Known for vibrant colors and hand-decorated pieces, Fenton produced a wide variety of collectible items including vases, baskets, figurines, and decorative bells.
During the 1980s and 1990s, Fenton released many limited decorative giftware pieces, including hand-painted bells like this example. Each was decorated by individual artists whose signatures appear on the base, adding to the collectible appeal. Artist D. Gesel was one of the talented decorators who painted floral and seasonal motifs for Fenton during this period.
Collectors appreciate Fenton bells not only for their artistry but also for their role in the American glass collecting movement of the late 20th century, when handmade decorative glass experienced a surge in popularity.
Decorating Styles
Cottagecore
Grandmillennial
Vintage Farmhouse
Traditional Vintage
Eclectic Vintage
Rustic Harvest
Victorian Inspired
Classic Americana
Curated Collector
English Cottage
