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19th Century Scandinavian Painted Oak Barrel
Debenham Antiques Ltd
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19th Century Scandinavian Painted Oak Barrel

19th century
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19th century scandinavian painted oak barrel circa 1870.

Beautiful miniature oak barrel used for storage and ageing of spirits.  hand painted in traditional colours, with metal strap work.  lead lined entrance to wear the cork is placed.  original cork is now inside the barrel.

Good decorative object.

Physical Dimensions
Height
23cm (9.06")
Width
16.5cm (6.50")
Depth
16.5cm (6.50")
Declaration

Debenham Antiques Ltd has dated this Scandinavian Painted Oak Barrel to the 19th Century.

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SA984918
Dealers Internal Reference
EA2723D
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Description
19th century scandinavian painted oak barrel circa 1870.

Beautiful miniature oak barrel used for storage and ageing of spirits.  hand painted in traditional colours, with metal strap work.  lead lined entrance to wear the cork is placed.  original cork is now inside the barrel.

Good decorative object.

Height
23cm (9.06")
Width
16.5cm (6.50")
Depth
16.5cm (6.50")
Date of Manufacture

Debenham Antiques Ltd has dated this Scandinavian Painted Oak Barrel to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA984918
Dealers Internal Ref
EA2723D
Debenham Antiques Ltd
Debenham Antiques Ltd
Sellingantiques verified Since May 2012

We are a leading antique furniture dealer in the UK with over 60 years of experience.

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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Debenham Antiques Ltd Profile Page

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Debenham Antiques Ltd is a registered member of LAPADA 

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A 19th-century Scandinavian oak barrel featuring distressed red painted staves, dark metal hoops, and a lead-lined side bung hole.
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Archive I A 19th-century Scandinavian oak barrel featuring distressed red painted staves, dark metal hoops, and a lead-lined side bung hole.

19th Century Scandinavian Painted Oak Barrel

Archive II A 19th-century Scandinavian oak barrel featuring distressed red painted staves, dark metal hoops, and a lead-lined side bung hole. View II
Archive III A 19th-century Scandinavian oak barrel featuring distressed red painted staves, dark metal hoops, and a lead-lined side bung hole. View III
Archive IV A 19th-century Scandinavian oak barrel featuring distressed red painted staves, dark metal hoops, and a lead-lined side bung hole. View IV
Archive V A 19th-century Scandinavian oak barrel featuring distressed red painted staves, dark metal hoops, and a lead-lined side bung hole. View V
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Debenham Antiques Ltd

Debenham Antiques Ltd
Telephone 07715 006 415
Location
73 High Street
Debenham
Suffolk
IP14 6QS
United Kingdom
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Debenham Antiques Ltd
Debenham Antiques Ltd
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A 19th-century Scandinavian oak barrel featuring distressed red painted staves, dark metal hoops, and a lead-lined side bung hole.
19TH CENTURY SCANDINAVIAN PAINTED OAK BARREL
Ref: SA984918
A 19th-century Scandinavian oak barrel featuring distressed red painted staves, dark metal hoops, and a lead-lined side bung hole.
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These vessels were hand-crafted utility containers made in rural Scandinavia during the 1800s, constructed from timber staves and bound by iron or wooden hoops. They were frequently painted using locally sourced earth pigments to protect the wood and serve decorative domestic functions.

Coopers typically utilised dense hardwoods such as oak for superior durability, held together with hand-forged iron or bound wooden hoops. Bungs were often lined with soft metals like lead or zinc to ensure a tight seal for liquid contents.

Authentic pieces feature signs of hand-cooperage, such as irregular staves, hand-riveted metal hoops, and layered paint finishes with natural age distortion. Look for original lead-lined bung holes and evidence of historic iron oxidisation.

An antique barrel functions well as a sculptural side table, a plant stand, or a decorative hearth accent in contemporary rustic spaces. The distressed painted surface provides visual warmth and texture alongside modern neutral textiles.

Keep the timber vessel in a temperature-controlled environment away from direct heat sources to prevent the staves from shrinking or warping. Dust gently with a soft dry cloth and avoid water or harsh chemical cleaners that could strip the historical paint layers.
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