Wooden Barrel Collection (#4)

A salt marsh in the 16th century - Fac-simile from an engraving of the Latin book Agricola in "Les wonders de
LSE4101963 A salt marsh in the 16th century - Fac-simile from an engraving of the Latin book Agricola in "Les wonders de l'industrie" by Louis Figuier; Private Collection; (add.info)

Chinese criminal waiting for interrogation, CANTON, China. Engraving 1868
JAB4121500 Chinese criminal waiting for interrogation, CANTON, China. Engraving 1868; (add.info.: Chinese criminal waiting for interrogation, CANTON, China. Engraving 1868); Photo ©Jaime Abecasis

Dinner Party in the Hell, 19th Century (engraving)
JAB4120657 Dinner Party in the Hell, 19th Century (engraving); (add.info.: Engraving for Chanson by Pierre Jean Beranger (1780-1857), 1866); Photo ©Jaime Abecasis

Description of medicinal plants and how to prepare them. Detail of a page of the manuscript " Treats
VEN5028082 Description of medicinal plants and how to prepare them. Detail of a page of the manuscript " Treats on herbs" (Tractatus de herbis) by Pedanius Dioscorides (Dioscorides)

Switzerland, Canton of Bern, Bern: a medieval fountain representing a man in armor accompanied by a bear
LUX4795103 Switzerland, Canton of Bern, Bern: a medieval fountain representing a man in armor accompanied by a bear, in the centre of a street in old Bern, 1895; (add.info.: Switzerland)

Johnstown flood in the United States in 1889 (Great Flood of 1889): the population reunited in the Pennsylvania
NWI4954248 Johnstown flood in the United States in 1889 (Great Flood of 1889): the population reunited in the Pennsylvania Railroad railway station which served as a refuge and morgue

France, Champagne-Ardenne, Marne (51), Reims: Factory of manufacture of Champagne Saint Marceaux and company
LUX4801360 France, Champagne-Ardenne, Marne (51), Reims: Factory of manufacture of Champagne Saint Marceaux and company, depart of the futs for the harvest

France, Champagne-Ardenne, Marne (51), Reims: Delbeck Champagne manufacturing plant, large construction site
LUX4801352 France, Champagne-Ardenne, Marne (51), Reims: Delbeck Champagne manufacturing plant, large construction site, 1890 - photo by Rothier; (add.info.: France, Champagne-Ardenne, Marne (51)

Romania, Moldova: oil field, primitive oil processing plant with rudimentary buildings and numerous barrels, 1901
LUX4787436 Romania, Moldova: oil field, primitive oil processing plant with rudimentary buildings and numerous barrels, 1901; (add.info.: Romania, Moldova: oil field)

Melter of tallow for lighting in 1887 (engraving)
7295208 Melter of tallow for lighting in 1887 (engraving); Private Collection; Photo ©Jaime Abecasis

Three children playing on a scale (board and barrel)
JAB5037059 Three children playing on a scale (board and barrel).; (add.info.: Three children playing on a scale (board and barrel).); Photo ©Jaime Abecasis

Wine warehouse halle aux vins in Paris, 1860 (engraving)
CUL4892411 Wine warehouse halle aux vins in Paris, 1860 (engraving); (add.info.: Wine warehouse " halle aux vins in Paris)

Daily life North America, domestic work: woman recuding soap, made from lard, boiled in a large outdoor tank
NWI4880187 Daily life North America, domestic work: woman recuding soap, made from lard, boiled in a large outdoor tank; (add.info.: Daily life North America, domestic work: woman picking up soap)

France, Ile-de-France, Yvelines (78), Le Pecq: Barrel swimming race, 1902
LUX4811253 France, Ile-de-France, Yvelines (78), Le Pecq: Barrel swimming race, 1902; (add.info.: France, Ile-de-France, Yvelines (78), Le Pecq: Barrel swimming race, 1902); Photo © Lux-in-Fine

Agriculture: Farmers squeezing apples to make cider, 19th century. Colour engraving of the 19th century
NWI4825216 Agriculture: Farmers squeezing apples to make cider, 19th century. Colour engraving of the 19th century; (add.info.: Agriculture: Farmers squeezing apples to make cider, 19th century)

Terebenthine distillery in North Carolina, USA. Coloured engraving from 1870
NWI4825113 Terebenthine distillery in North Carolina, USA. Coloured engraving from 1870.; (add.info.: Terebenthine distillery in North Carolina, USA)

Algeria, Algiers: on a dirt road bordered by cactus, a donkey loaded with barrels followed by three soldiers, 1900
LUX4781037 Algeria, Algiers: on a dirt road bordered by cactus, a donkey loaded with barrels followed by three soldiers, 1900; (add.info.: Algeria, Algiers: on a dirt road bordered by cactus)

France, Poitou-Charentes, Vienne (86): vintage boiler with still and barrels of eau de vie, 1900
LUX4771235 France, Poitou-Charentes, Vienne (86): vintage boiler with still and barrels of eau de vie, 1900; (add.info.: France, Poitou-Charentes)

France, Centre, Indre-et-Loire (37): Harvest, Two harvesters with hood, barrel and pitcher, 1900
LUX4770580 France, Centre, Indre-et-Loire (37): Harvest, Two harvesters with hood, barrel and pitcher, 1900; (add.info.: France, Centre, Indre-et-Loire (37): Harvest, Two harvesters with hood

A Sabine man in hooded cape, Cucullus or Bardocucullus, riding a three-horse, four-wheeled wagon with a large barrel
FLO4703689 A Sabine man in hooded cape, Cucullus or Bardocucullus, riding a three-horse, four-wheeled wagon with a large barrel

Chocolate making in Moreuil factory. c.1900 (chromo)
2636215 Chocolate making in Moreuil factory. c.1900 (chromo); Private Collection; (add.info.: Food and Beverage. Chocolate making in Moreuil factory. Imagery, France, c.1900.); Photo © CCI

Duties towards the homeland: The duty to pay tax. A fraudster punished. Engraving in " The unique book of morality
DUV4212755 Duties towards the homeland: The duty to pay tax. A fraudster punished. Engraving in " The unique book of morality and civic instruction

Illustration for "Abecedaire des arts et metiers pour teaching a lire", 1866 (engraving)
DUV4205673 Illustration for "Abecedaire des arts et metiers pour teaching a lire", 1866 (engraving); 21x17 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Letters Rs T U)

Cat sailing in a barrel (colour litho)
8641345 Cat sailing in a barrel (colour litho) by Wain, Louis (1860-1939); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cat sailing in a barrel)

I do like to be where the beer is (coloured photo)
8656317 I do like to be where the beer is (coloured photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: I do like to be where the beer is)

Man floating in the sea, buoyed up by alcohol (colour litho)
8656722 Man floating in the sea, buoyed up by alcohol (colour litho) by German School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Man floating in the sea, buoyed up by alcohol)

Square Five Days in Milan
3563010 Square Five Days in Milan by Unknown photographer, (20th century); (add.info.: Square Five Days, Milan 1900-1905 Date of Artwork: 1881-1895 Artist: Grandi)

Engraving depicting Marin Mersenne performing an experiment to prove the rotation of the earth
UIG5426072 Engraving depicting Marin Mersenne performing an experiment to prove the rotation of the earth: ball fired from vertical cannon did not fall back down the barrel

Engraving depicting various applications of the inclined plane. Dated 19th Century
UIG5426037 Engraving depicting various applications of the inclined plane. Dated 19th Century; UIG

Engraving depicting various applications of the inclined plane. Dated 19th Century
UIG5426005 Engraving depicting various applications of the inclined plane. Dated 19th Century; UIG

View of the East India Company building at Leadenhall Street, London (England)
MMM5483642 View of the East India Company building at Leadenhall Street, London (England). Lithograph (29.3x44 cm), by Bowles and Carver, 1802.; National Maritime Museum, London

Detailed plan of the ship Revenge (1805), describing the ballast and the lower level of the boat
MMM5477551 Detailed plan of the ship Revenge (1805), describing the ballast and the lower level of the boat, a third class of 74 guns; National Maritime Museum, London

Engraving depicting the filling of barrels with beer from vats, 19th century
5308885 Engraving depicting the filling of barrels with beer from vats, 19th century; (add.info.: Engraving depicting the filling of barrels with beer from vats)

The cleansing of beer
5308434 The cleansing of beer.; (add.info.: Engraving depicting the cleansing of beer: cleaning after primary fermentation. Dated 19th century. 01/01/1850); Universal History Archive/UIG

The Warrener (w/c)
5669017 The Warrener (w/c) by Reynolds, Frank (1876-1953); Photo © AF Fotografie

Cauchoise de Saint Valery
5855670 Cauchoise de Saint Valery; (add.info.: Woman of Saint Valery. She wears a bonnet of card covered in silk fabric, except for the top part)

A wine trader. Lettrine E. Miniature from a 14th century manuscript
GIA5035832 A wine trader. Lettrine E. Miniature from a 14th century manuscript.; © Giancarlo Costa

France, Centre, Indre (36), Villentrois: September 1904, the Ogi, the farm, the harvest with cart, barrels and pickers
LUX4783706 France, Centre, Indre (36), Villentrois: September 1904, the Ogi, the farm, the harvest with cart, barrels and pickers, 1904; (add.info.: France, Centre, Indre (36)

Illustration of Edouard Carrier in Le Pelerin, 05/06/04 - The " Kronpriz-Wilhem" brings to Cherbourg a 42
ICA4854963 Illustration of Edouard Carrier in Le Pelerin, 05/06/04 - The " Kronpriz-Wilhem" brings to Cherbourg a 42 million gold convoy - Silver, Marine Marine Balneaire, Transport

Gothic architecture. Noe's story: donor - the cooper. Stained glass from the lower north coast
JEB4845127 Gothic architecture. Noe's story: donor - the cooper. Stained glass from the lower north coast. Cathedrale de Chartres.; (add.info.: Gothic architecture)

France, Champagne-Ardenne, Marne (51), Reims: Factory of manufacture of Champagne Saint Marceaux and company
LUX4801377 France, Champagne-Ardenne, Marne (51), Reims: Factory of manufacture of Champagne Saint Marceaux and company, print and bottling, 1890 - photo by Rothier; (add.info.: France)

France, Aquitaine, Gironde (33): Transport by wagon of wine barrels, 1900
LUX4769670 France, Aquitaine, Gironde (33): Transport by wagon of wine barrels, 1900; (add.info.: France, Aquitaine, Gironde (33): Transport by wagon of wine barrels, 1900); Photo © Lux-in-Fine

Statuary group of children harvesters - Table element with round putti - front Fabrique Gaspard Robert (1722-1799)
JEB4904812 Statuary group of children harvesters - Table element with round putti - front Fabrique Gaspard Robert (1722-1799) Musee de la faience, Marseille; Musee Borely, Marseille

Fermenting cellar in American brewery, 1885
2604008 Fermenting cellar in American brewery, 1885; (add.info.: Fermenting cellar in an American brewery. Wood engraving 1885)

Portrait of a group of Mexican men in traditional dress stopped in front of a refreshment counter
3561467 Portrait of a group of Mexican men in traditional dress stopped in front of a refreshment counter. The two on the left have two odd-shaped sacks with them

Letter Q: Tail (barrel), 1868 (engraving)
DUV4217290 Letter Q: Tail (barrel), 1868 (engraving); (add.info.: Engraving by Francois Pannemaker (1822-1900) in " Le premier livre des petits enfants" Full alphabet illustrative by

Illustration for Letter O, P and Q "Alphabet des insectes", 1883 (print)
DUV4199584 Illustration for Letter O, P and Q "Alphabet des insectes", 1883 (print); 10.7x7.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Letter T)

A Monk holding keys to the cellar
3478100 A Monk holding keys to the cellar; (add.info.: Woodcut print depicting a Monk holding keys to the cellar. He is tasting the liquor as he fills the jug from the barrel)

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"The Timeless Charm of the Wooden Barrel: A Journey Through History" Step back in time to the 15th century, where we find ourselves in Tournai, witnessing a significant event - The Bishop of Tournai receiving the tithe of beer. As we delve deeper into history, a tapestry depicting Vintagers from the same era captures our attention. The intricate woolen masterpiece showcases the artistry and importance of wine production during that period. Fast forward to Leerdam in the late 19th century, where an oil painting titled "A Town Gate" transports us to a quaint Dutch town with its charming architecture and bustling streets. Meanwhile, another oil painting takes us inside an inn circa 1640, revealing peasants enjoying their leisurely moments while smoking pipes. This scene reminds us that wooden barrels were not only vessels for transportation but also played a role in creating spaces for socializing and relaxation. Returning to Tournai's rich heritage, we encounter yet another captivating tapestry depicting Wine Pressers. Created using wool fibers like its predecessor, this artwork highlights how winemaking was deeply ingrained in the cultural fabric of this region. Shifting gears entirely, we stumble upon an intriguing piece from 1614-26 - an oil painting capturing a sperm whale washed up on Noordwijk beach. Although seemingly unrelated at first glance, it serves as a reminder that wooden barrels were essential containers used for storing various goods including precious whale oil. Venturing further into art history brings us face-to-face with "The Tower of Babel, " painted around 1490. This biblical narrative reminds us that even ancient civilizations recognized wood as one of humanity's most versatile resources – utilized not just for construction but also for crafting barrels vital to their daily lives. As industrialization takes hold across continents and centuries pass by rapidly before our eyes; cotton dye works come alive through vibrant color lithographs showcasing Empire Trade's growth.