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What are small barrels used for?
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Historically, small wooden barrels were used to store ale, butter and honey. Today, they are found in breweries and distilleries, and also as a rustic complement to one’s home. You’ll find a variety of small barrels from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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Shop for Small Barrels on 1stDibs
Daum Deeply Acid Cut Back Art Deco Green Glass Barrel Vase -French c1920
By Daum
Located in Worcester Park, GB
Unusual and striking Daum high art deco small barrel vase, rich green, deeply acid etched and decorated with a gilded deep cut freeze with flowers and leaves.
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Glass
Materials
Art Glass
Antique 1970s Painted Concrete Garden Gnome with Barrel Statue
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This decorative gnome features a tall pointed hat, rounded facial features, blue jacket, red detailing, and a small barrel or planter-style feature at the side, giving it a playful a...
Category
Vintage 1970s Rustic Garden Ornaments
Materials
Concrete
Napoleon III Period Tantalus - 19th Century
Located in Brussels, Brussels
A charming liqueur decanter /tantalus from the late 19th century, featuring an elephant with its trunk raised, resting on a beautifully decorated base and covered with a golden cape....
Category
Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Animal Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Pouffe Pouf Ottoman Suede Round Vintage 1950s Beige Flowerhead Footrest
Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK
- Robust and fun Mid-Century Modern accenting piece
- Great for seating additional guests or as a footrest
- Stylish design
- Robust hard wearing suede
A vintage 1950s, pale, b...
Category
Vintage 1950s English Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Suede
Art Nouveau Murano Glass Pendant Light with Beaded Chains, Circa 1890
Located in Merida, Yucatan
The pendant hangs from three rows of beads — almond-shaped beads in a bright amber-orange hue intercalated with smaller barrel-shaped clear Murano beads — creating a graceful, jewel...
Category
Antique 1890s Italian Art Nouveau Lanterns
Materials
Murano Glass
Wooden and Brass Ice Bucket, France, 1970s
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
Its design evokes the shape of a small barrel, perfectly embodying the refined tabletop aesthetic of the 1970s.
Category
Vintage 1970s French Hollywood Regency Barware
Materials
Brass
