Historical information

This barrel was probably used to hold ice but minus its insert could have been a

biscuit barrel. In the days before refrigerators were common household items the

barrel would have been a useful portable ice carrier for use in a hotel bar or at a table.

The plaque on the side of the barrel suggests that the barrel could have been awarded

as a trophy or prize in a sporting competition.

Significance

This item has no known local provenance but is retained as an example of a

household item from times past.

Physical description

This is a wooden barrel with silver-coloured metal bands on the top and bottom of the

barrel, a metal handle and a detachable metal lid. A metal plaque is attached to the

side of the barrel with metal pins. The inside of the barrel has a ceramic insert with a

metal rim. The metal bands are much oxidized.

Inscriptions & markings

‘E.PN.S