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Victorian Spirit Barrel

19th century
For Sale by Deva Antiques (Reserved for a buyer)
Description

A fine quality Victorian cut crystal and silver plated spirit barrel by John Grinsell & Sons. C1870

Physical Dimensions
Height
27cm (10.63")
Width
28cm (11.02")
Depth
15cm (5.91")
Declaration

Deva Antiques has dated this Victorian Crystal Spirit Barrel to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1228602
Dealers Internal Reference
21723
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Description
A fine quality Victorian cut crystal and silver plated spirit barrel by John Grinsell & Sons. C1870
Height
27cm (10.63")
Width
28cm (11.02")
Depth
15cm (5.91")
Date of Manufacture

Deva Antiques has dated this Victorian Crystal Spirit Barrel to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1228602
Dealers Internal Ref
21723
Deva Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2022
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A Victorian cut crystal spirit barrel featuring geometric diamond patterns, silver-plated hoops, a metal tap, and a stopper, resting on a four-legged silvered stand.
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Archive I A Victorian cut crystal spirit barrel featuring geometric diamond patterns, silver-plated hoops, a metal tap, and a stopper, resting on a four-legged silvered stand.

Victorian Spirit Barrel

Archive II A Victorian cut crystal spirit barrel featuring geometric diamond patterns, silver-plated hoops, a metal tap, and a stopper, resting on a four-legged silvered stand. View II
Archive III A Victorian cut crystal spirit barrel featuring geometric diamond patterns, silver-plated hoops, a metal tap, and a stopper, resting on a four-legged silvered stand. View III
Archive IV A Victorian cut crystal spirit barrel featuring geometric diamond patterns, silver-plated hoops, a metal tap, and a stopper, resting on a four-legged silvered stand. View IV
Archive V A Victorian cut crystal spirit barrel featuring geometric diamond patterns, silver-plated hoops, a metal tap, and a stopper, resting on a four-legged silvered stand. View V
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Deva Antiques
Telephone 01252 843538
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High Street
Hartley Wintney
Hampshire
RG27 8NY
United Kingdom
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Verified Since Jun 2022
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A Victorian cut crystal spirit barrel featuring geometric diamond patterns, silver-plated hoops, a metal tap, and a stopper, resting on a four-legged silvered stand.
Victorian spirit barrel
Ref: SA1228602
A Victorian cut crystal spirit barrel featuring geometric diamond patterns, silver-plated hoops, a metal tap, and a stopper, resting on a four-legged silvered stand.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectDecanters & Barware
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialCut Crystal, Silver Plate, Cork
  • ColourSilver and Clear
  • MotifsDiamond cut crystal, spigot tap, barrel hoops, four-legged stand
  • SizeH 27 cm (11 in) x W 28 cm (11 in) x D 15 cm (6 in)

This Victorian spirit barrel is a decanter and barware object from the Victorian period, designed for use on a sideboard top in a gentleman's library. The piece is formed from clear cut crystal and silver-plated metal, featuring geometric diamond cut patterns across the barrel body, polished silver-plated barrel hoops, a matching stopper with a cork seal, a metal spigot tap, and a four-legged silvered stand with angled supports. John Grinsell & Sons made the barrel around 1870. The glass shows intricate faceting that catches the light, while the metal elements display a polished silver finish contrasting with the clear crystal glass. Practical in size for everyday display and entertaining, the barrel measures 27 cm high, 28 cm wide, and 15 cm deep. It functions as a decorative drinks dispenser for a home bar, dining room sideboard, or study, holding spirits ready for pouring during gatherings or quiet evenings. The sturdy stand elevates the barrel for easy access to the tap while protecting table surfaces, making it a functional accessory for period or traditional interiors.

FAQs

A spirit barrel is a tabletop vessel shaped like a miniature cask, popularised during the 19th century for storing and dispensing spirits such as brandy, whisky, or port.

These pieces were typically constructed using cut or pressed glass and crystal, embellished with silver-plated or solid silver hoops, spigots, and coordinating stands.

Authentic items feature hand-cut crystal facets, period silver hallmarks or electroplate makers stamps on the fittings, cork-sealed stoppers, and minor wear near the tap mechanism.

Position the piece on a home bar cart, a dark wood sideboard, or a styled tray to function as an eye-catching decorative server in contemporary dining or living spaces.

Rinse the glass interior with warm water and mild dish soap, avoiding extreme temperatures, and gently polish the silver fittings using a soft, non-abrasive cloth.
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