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English Brass-Bound Lidded Rum Barrel With Hinged Top circa 1880

Description
A Victorian period English coopered rum barrel in stained fruitwood, bound with five riveted brass straps. The flat, circular lid is mounted with pierced brass hinges and a clasp, lifting to reveal an open interior. Brasswork shows age-related oxidation. The interior retains surface markings consistent with prior use. Constructed with vertical staves and traditional brass hooping. Circa 1880.

Height: 19 in. (48 cm.)
Diameter: 14 in. (36 cm.)

Origin:	England
Period:	19th Century
Materials:	fruitwood, brass strapping & hardware
Condition:	Good. Very good condition
Creation Date:	Circa 1880
Styles / Movements:	Traditional, Victorian
Patterns:	Traditional
Dealer Reference #:	JG25010600
Incollect Reference #:	814464