Barrel

1875-1925

Measurements

27-3/4 in x 20 in (dia)

Materials

Oak (staves), hickory (hoops)

Credit Line

Historic Odessa Foundation

Accession Number

2009.87

Inscription

"TRADE MARK / 5" is painted onto the remaining end board.

Condition Notes

The lid or end boards have split and come loose.  One hickory band is broken.  Staves are loose.

Provenance

This barrel has long been on the Historic Odessa site, although no specific provenance information accompanies it.

Comments

The traditionally made barrel has staves held in place by hickory hoops, rather than modern metal hoops.  The stenciled "trade mark" on a barrel end or lid suggests a time of manufacture no earlier than the late 19th century.  This barrel is similar to, but of slightly lighter construction than, another barrel in the collection, accession no. 2018.152.