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Brass Bound Oak Coopered Barrel
Carse Antiques
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Brass Bound Oak Coopered Barrel

19th century
For Sale by Carse Antiques
Description

Nice quality Victorian brass bound oak coopered barrel sometimes referred to as a "St Bernards" brandy barrel. Would have had an ordinary cork stopper. Good tight condition. Nice colour.

PRICE INCLUDES UK POSTAGE COSTS

SIZE; 4 1/2" diameter. 7" wide.

CIRCA; 1870 - 1890

Physical Dimensions
Height
18cm (7.09")
Width
11.5cm (4.53")
Depth
11.5cm (4.53")
Declaration

Carse Antiques has dated this Brass Bound Oak Barrel to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1205688
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11611
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Please note UK carriage prices quoted are for MAINLAND UK only and do not include Northern Ireland, Scottish islands etc. Postage costs quoted cover all areas.

Description
Nice quality Victorian brass bound oak coopered barrel sometimes referred to as a "St Bernards" brandy barrel. Would have had an ordinary cork stopper. Good tight condition. Nice colour.

PRICE INCLUDES UK POSTAGE COSTS

SIZE; 4 1/2" diameter. 7" wide.

CIRCA; 1870 - 1890

Height
18cm (7.09")
Width
11.5cm (4.53")
Depth
11.5cm (4.53")
Date of Manufacture

Carse Antiques has dated this Brass Bound Oak Barrel to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1205688
Dealers Internal Ref
11611
Carse Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Mar 2011
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A dark oak coopered barrel reinforced with wide polished brass hoops and copper rivets.
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Archive I A dark oak coopered barrel reinforced with wide polished brass hoops and copper rivets.

Brass Bound Oak Coopered Barrel

Archive II A dark oak coopered barrel reinforced with wide polished brass hoops and copper rivets. View II
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Archive IV A dark oak coopered barrel reinforced with wide polished brass hoops and copper rivets. View IV
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Archive VI A dark oak coopered barrel reinforced with wide polished brass hoops and copper rivets. View VI
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Carse Antiques
Telephone 01821 670 770 or 07734 345 652
Location
The Mill Room
Rait Antique Centre
Rait
Perthshire
PH2 7RT
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Carse Antiques
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A dark oak coopered barrel reinforced with wide polished brass hoops and copper rivets.
Brass Bound Oak Coopered Barrel
Ref: SA1205688
A dark oak coopered barrel reinforced with wide polished brass hoops and copper rivets.
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FAQs

A coopered oak barrel is a handcrafted wooden vessel made from fitted timber staves held together under tension by metal hoops. Historically crafted by skilled coopers, these containers were essential for storing and transporting both dry goods and liquids.

Traditional casks are constructed using durable hardwoods such as oak, which provides strength and water resistance. The staves are secured with brass or iron hoops, often fixed into place using copper rivets.

Authentic pieces display hand-cut staves, aged patination on the timber, and hand-riveted metal bands. Evidence of historical wear, oxidisation on metal fittings, and minor variations in stave thickness indicate genuine age.

A brass bound barrel can be utilized as an umbrella or stick stand in an entryway, placed beside a fireplace hearth to hold firewood, or styled as a unique planter in a study or living area.

Keep the timber away from direct heat sources to prevent cracking or shrinkage of the staves. Clean the wood with a soft cloth and apply clear beeswax, while polishing the brass bands gently to retain their natural patina.
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