This is a very interesting piece of early Victorian vernacular. The barrel has been on the farm for which it was made since early Victorian times. It is very large and I think it is made in oak. It has been used for over a century in the butchering of meat on the farm! It was renovated about twenty years ago and is now used in a purely decorative manner.
The barrel has two carrying handles. The floor has been renovated and it has had replacement steel banding around the sides.
This is a beautiful looking thing. Its size makes it particularly stunning and it would be an interesting furnishing piece in a large space like a barn conversion. It could be used as a log store or even dog bed or bath. (The joins would have to be stopped to make it watertight.)
The barrel is 54 inches wide and 37 inches deep and 16 inches high at the handles
If you have any questions about this piece please do email me, Warwick, through Ebay.
Do have a look at the other items I have to sell as I have similar things to this and it will save you money if you can combine shipping. If you purchase more than one item I am sure we can negotiate discounts too! P
Couriers.
You are welcome to collect any piece of furniture yourself or use any courier you wish. It is easy to get a quote. You will need the dimensions of the piece and the collection area. As you can see from the Item location we are based in Mold in North Wales.
We recommend P H Couriers because they specialise in delivering furniture. They are insured and very careful. They cover most areas of the country in a three week cycle and as a rough guide usually charge between £40 and £60+VAT for the delivery of most items to most locations in the UK. Obviously it could be more if you live in an out of the way area or the piece is particularly large. Do ask if you would like me to get you a firm quote.