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Small Vintage Wooden Cask / Barrel – Rusted Hoops, Threaded Ferrule, Decorative Only

Rustic small wooden cask with rusted metal hoops and threaded ferrule (no spigot). Heavily weathered, cracked staves and split head pieces — decorative only, great for display or restoration projects.

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Small wooden cask offered as a character-filled decorative barrel: weathered staves with heavy surface checking and multiple radial cracks, original metal hoops showing rust, a threaded metal ferrule in place (no spigot) and a small riveted plate stamped with a number (plate shows “190”). The barrel rim shows old red paint inside and the top head pieces are split; overall this is a rustic, aged piece best used for display or restoration.

This barrel suits interior or outdoor decorative schemes, shop or set dressing, garden features (planter with liner), or a restoration/DIY project for someone after authentic aged timber and metal. It is sold as a decorative/prop item and not watertight — ideal for makers, restorers, photographers and designers wanting patina and vintage character rather than functional liquid storage.

  • Included: single wooden cask / barrel as pictured
  • Condition: heavily weathered and dried wood; multiple deep cracks in staves; surface flaking; rusty metal hoops; painted inner rim with split head pieces
  • Measurements: 46 x 36 cm (height x max diameter)
  • Working status: decorative only — not watertight (spigot/tap missing; threaded ferrule present)
  • Known faults: extensive cracking in staves, split top head pieces, rust to hoops and ferrule, signs of past/active wood boreholes or infestation; possible missing original fittings