A highly decorative wooden servants bell board / butlers indicating that was commonly installed in large houses, hotels and manor kitchens to allow household staff to see which room required attention.
This example features a wooden case with a black glass panel, decorated with gilt lettering identifying different rooms. When a bell pull was activated in a room, a small indicator flag would drop behind the corresponding window, signalling to the servants where service was needed.
This example has rooms labelled front door, back door, bedroom No. 1 and bedroom No. 2.
The hinged case front lifts open to reveal the four flags and mechanical mechanism.
Bell boards like this are now great decorative pieces displayed in period homes, pubs, restaurants or collections of antique household equipment.
A great way to add character and charm to any home or setting.
Dimensions: 33cm X 7.5cm // Height 14cm
Condition: Good antique oder. No damage to glass.
Item no. 9809
