Vintage Nashville Owl Bell | Mid-Century Souvenir 1950s–1960s

This vintage ceramic bell features a perched owl atop a fluted bell form, finished in warm honey-gold glaze with raised pink roses and green foliage. The front medallion reads: “Nashville – Music City, U.S.A.” with crossed guitar and banjo motif surrounded by musical notes. Mel Tillis County Store is printed on the back. The interior retains its original clapper and wire assembly — always an important detail for collectors of vintage souvenir bells. Collector Notes • Era: Likely 1950s–1960s • Origin: Japan (common production origin for mid-century U.S. souvenir ceramics) • Material: Glazed ceramic • Height: Approx. 4.5–5 inches • Base diameter: Approx. 3 inches • Clapper: Present and intact • Condition: Very good vintage condition with light surface wear consistent with age; no visible cracks; glaze pooling typical of the era The honey-gold reactive glaze and dimensional florals are consistent with mid-century Japanese export souvenir production, particularly pieces sold in high-tourism cities. The owl form adds cross-collectability appeal: • Owl collectors • Nashville memorabilia collectors • Vintage souvenir bell collectors • Mid-century Japan ceramic collectors