S/5492 Antique Treen 19th Century Mahogany Banded Tobacco Barrel

An interesting and well made Victorian tobacco barrel, having an inlaid fitted lid. The barrel is constructed with horizontal alternate bands of pale and dark mahogany, adding considerably to the overall appearance. The whole has a pleasing colour and retains a patination.

Sold 4¼ in. (11 cm.) High
4¾ in. (12 cm.) Diameter English Circa 1880