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Wooden Barrel Collection (#7)

"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

Background imageWooden Barrel Collection: Simon the Cellarer, 19th century (Watercolour)

Simon the Cellarer, 19th century (Watercolour)
7261420 Simon the Cellarer, 19th century (Watercolour) by British School, (19th century); Maidstone Museum and Art Gallery, Kent, UK; (add.info.: Simon the Cellarer)

Background imageWooden Barrel Collection: The Seasons - Autumn (oil on canvas)

The Seasons - Autumn (oil on canvas)
XOT362344 The Seasons - Autumn (oil on canvas) by Diziani, Antonio (1737-97); Museo Civico degli Eremitani, Padua, Italy; (add.info.: by Antonio Diziani (1737-97))

Background imageWooden Barrel Collection: Autumn (Grape Harvest), c. 1585-90 (oil on canvas)

Autumn (Grape Harvest), c. 1585-90 (oil on canvas)
XAM65683 Autumn (Grape Harvest), c.1585-90 (oil on canvas) by Bassano, Francesco (Francesco da Ponte) (1549-92); Kunsthistorisches Museum, Vienna

Background imageWooden Barrel Collection: Peasants ducking for apples in a barrel, 18th century. 1906 (lithograph)

Peasants ducking for apples in a barrel, 18th century. 1906 (lithograph)
7236711 Peasants ducking for apples in a barrel, 18th century.1906 (lithograph) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Peasants ducking for apples in a barrel)

Background imageWooden Barrel Collection: Village with Travellers taking Refreshments at an Inn (oil on canvas)

Village with Travellers taking Refreshments at an Inn (oil on canvas)
7085215 Village with Travellers taking Refreshments at an Inn (oil on canvas) by Vrancx, Sebastian (1573-1647) (follower of); 36.2x47.5 cm; Private Collection

Background imageWooden Barrel Collection: 18th century Flemish peasant eating at a barrel table in a taver, 1803 (engraving)

18th century Flemish peasant eating at a barrel table in a taver, 1803 (engraving)
7233028 18th century Flemish peasant eating at a barrel table in a taver, 1803 (engraving) by Deuchar, David (1743-1808); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageWooden Barrel Collection: Peel Castle, Isle of Man (pencil & w / c on paper)

Peel Castle, Isle of Man (pencil & w / c on paper)
1213753 Peel Castle, Isle of Man (pencil & w/c on paper) by Lancaster, Percy (1878-1950); 50.7x35.6 cm; Laing Art Gallery, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, UK; Tyne & Wear Archives & Museums

Background imageWooden Barrel Collection: The feast of the lodges in 1850. Painting by Georges Prieur (19th century), 1850

The feast of the lodges in 1850. Painting by Georges Prieur (19th century), 1850. Meaux, Musee Bossuet
JLJ4610638 The feast of the lodges in 1850. Painting by Georges Prieur (19th century), 1850. Meaux, Musee Bossuet by Prieur, Georges (19th century); Musee Bossuet, Meaux

Background imageWooden Barrel Collection: 17th century Dutch peasant man drinking and smoking in a tavern. 1803 (engraving)

17th century Dutch peasant man drinking and smoking in a tavern. 1803 (engraving)
7233042 17th century Dutch peasant man drinking and smoking in a tavern. 1803 (engraving) by Deuchar, David (1743-1808); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageWooden Barrel Collection: Robinson Crusoe in his Hut, illustration from Robinson Crusoe by Daniel Defoe (1660-1731)

Robinson Crusoe in his Hut, illustration from Robinson Crusoe by Daniel Defoe (1660-1731) (colour litho)
IL193463 Robinson Crusoe in his Hut, illustration from Robinson Crusoe by Daniel Defoe (1660-1731) (colour litho) by Davie, Howard (fl.1914-44); Private Collection

Background imageWooden Barrel Collection: Poster advertising Cordial-Campari Milano, 1895 (colour litho)

Poster advertising Cordial-Campari Milano, 1895 (colour litho)
PER205378 Poster advertising Cordial-Campari Milano, 1895 (colour litho) by Mora, G. (fl.1895); Private Collection

Background imageWooden Barrel Collection: Harvest near Naples Detail of cows - (Harvest near Naples) Painting by Cristoforo Kneip

Harvest near Naples Detail of cows - (Harvest near Naples) Painting by Cristoforo Kneip (18th century) Naples
LRI4643740 Harvest near Naples Detail of cows - (Harvest near Naples) Painting by Cristoforo Kneip (18th century) Naples, Museo Nazionale di San Martino by Kneip

Background imageWooden Barrel Collection: Le tonneau - Lithography, from Theatre des marionnettes du jardin des Tuileries

Le tonneau - Lithography, from Theatre des marionnettes du jardin des Tuileries
LSE4088951 Le tonneau - Lithography, from Theatre des marionnettes du jardin des Tuileries, text and drawing by Louis Edmond Duranty (1833-1880), Paris, 1863 by Duranty

Background imageWooden Barrel Collection: Scene from The Swiss Family Robinson: supper time after the first expedition (chromolitho)

Scene from The Swiss Family Robinson: supper time after the first expedition (chromolitho)
5996922 Scene from The Swiss Family Robinson: supper time after the first expedition (chromolitho) by Maplestone, Florence (fl.1891); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageWooden Barrel Collection: Scene de taverne (Tavern scene). Peinture de Philips Wouwerman (1619-1668)

Scene de taverne (Tavern scene). Peinture de Philips Wouwerman (1619-1668). Huile sur bois, 48 x 63 cm
FIA5334954 Scene de taverne (Tavern scene). Peinture de Philips Wouwerman (1619-1668). Huile sur bois, 48 x 63 cm. Ecole hollandaise du 17e siecle. State M. Ciurlionis Art Museum, Kaunas (Lituanie)

Background imageWooden Barrel Collection: Dance at a Country Inn - Benjumea, Rafael (c. 1825-c. 1887) - 1850 - Oil on canvas - 46x65 - Museo

Dance at a Country Inn - Benjumea, Rafael (c. 1825-c. 1887) - 1850 - Oil on canvas - 46x65 - Museo Carmen Thyssen
FIA5398767 Dance at a Country Inn - Benjumea, Rafael (c. 1825-c. 1887) - 1850 - Oil on canvas - 46x65 - Museo Carmen Thyssen, Malaga by Benjumea, Rafael (c.1825-c.1887); Museo Carmen Thyssen, Malaga

Background imageWooden Barrel Collection: Man with his trousers down defecating on a toilet, 18th century. 1803 (engraving)

Man with his trousers down defecating on a toilet, 18th century. 1803 (engraving)
7233103 Man with his trousers down defecating on a toilet, 18th century. 1803 (engraving) by Deuchar, David (1743-1808); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageWooden Barrel Collection: Young river with three children. Sculpture by Pierino Da Vinci (1530 - 1553), 16th century

Young river with three children. Sculpture by Pierino Da Vinci (1530 - 1553), 16th century. Marble sculpture
JLJ4690847 Young river with three children. Sculpture by Pierino Da Vinci (1530 - 1553), 16th century. Marble sculpture. Paris, Musee Du Louvre by Vinci, Pierino da (1530-1553); Louvre, Paris

Background imageWooden Barrel Collection: Barrels of Money, c. 1897 (oil on canvas)

Barrels of Money, c. 1897 (oil on canvas)
FIA5618222 Barrels of Money, c.1897 (oil on canvas) by Dubreuil, Victor (fl.1886-1900); 63.5x76.2 cm; Private Collection; Photo © Fine Art Images

Background imageWooden Barrel Collection: The barrel storage warehouses of a brewery in Diest. Engraving by Hubert Clerget

The barrel storage warehouses of a brewery in Diest. Engraving by Hubert Clerget
LSE4332578 The barrel storage warehouses of a brewery in Diest. Engraving by Hubert Clerget, to illustrate the story of Belgium by Camille Lemonnier, published in the tour du monde

Background imageWooden Barrel Collection: Barrels of Money (oil on canvas)

Barrels of Money (oil on canvas)
487078 Barrels of Money (oil on canvas) by Dubreuil, Victor (fl.1886-1900); 61x45.8 cm; Private Collection; Photo © Christies Images

Background imageWooden Barrel Collection: Historiated initial E depicting grape picking and wine making, from the Historia Naturalis

Historiated initial E depicting grape picking and wine making, from the Historia Naturalis, by Pliny the Elder (vellum)
XIR181038 Historiated initial E depicting grape picking and wine making, from the Historia Naturalis, by Pliny the Elder (vellum) by Italian School, (15th century); Biblioteca Nazionale Marciana

Background imageWooden Barrel Collection: MS Hunter 229 f. 5v October, from the Hunterian Psalter, c. 1170 (pen & ink, and tempera on vellum)

MS Hunter 229 f. 5v October, from the Hunterian Psalter, c. 1170 (pen & ink, and tempera on vellum)
5675694 MS Hunter 229 f.5v October, from the Hunterian Psalter, c.1170 (pen & ink, and tempera on vellum) by English School, (12th century); 29.2x19.1 cm; Glasgow University Library

Background imageWooden Barrel Collection: Dom Perignon (litho)

Dom Perignon (litho)
3091218 Dom Perignon (litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Dom Perignon. Postcard, early 20th century. Signed J Bracquemart.); © Look and Learn

Background imageWooden Barrel Collection: Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Caveau; Wine-cellar; Weinkeller (engraving)

Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Caveau; Wine-cellar; Weinkeller (engraving)
7195228 Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Caveau; Wine-cellar; Weinkeller (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Caveau; Wine-cellar; Weinkeller)

Background imageWooden Barrel Collection: Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Jaugeur; Gauger; Aichmeister (engraving)

Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Jaugeur; Gauger; Aichmeister (engraving)
7196440 Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Jaugeur; Gauger; Aichmeister (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Jaugeur; Gauger; Aichmeister)

Background imageWooden Barrel Collection: Serie de cent poemes de cent poetes : 'Minamoto no Tsunenobu'Estampe de Katsushika Hokusai

Serie de cent poemes de cent poetes : "Minamoto no Tsunenobu"Estampe de Katsushika Hokusai (1760-1849)
FIA5372808 Serie de cent poemes de cent poetes : " Minamoto no Tsunenobu" Estampe de Katsushika Hokusai (1760-1849) (ecole ukiyo-e) vers 1830 State Hermitage Saint Petersbourg by Hokusai

Background imageWooden Barrel Collection: A peasant. Silver Gelatin Photography, 1890s. The Russian State Library, Moscow

A peasant. Silver Gelatin Photography, 1890s. The Russian State Library, Moscow
FIA5410797 A peasant. Silver Gelatin Photography, 1890s. The Russian State Library, Moscow by Unknown photographer, (19th century); Russian State Library, Moscow, Russia; Photo © Fine Art Images

Background imageWooden Barrel Collection: Country Pub

Country Pub
FIA5409244 Country Pub by Teniers, David the Younger (1610-90); 28, 7x38, 5 cm; Brukenthal National Museum, Sibiu, Romania; (add.info.: Cafe de campagne - Country Pub, by Teniers, David)

Background imageWooden Barrel Collection: A street in Landerneau - Peinture de Johan Barthold Jongkind (1819-1891)

A street in Landerneau - Peinture de Johan Barthold Jongkind (1819-1891) - 1851 - Oil on canvas - 70, 8x62
FIA5394244 A street in Landerneau - Peinture de Johan Barthold Jongkind (1819-1891) - 1851 - Oil on canvas - 70, 8x62, 2 - Gemeentemuseum Den Haag by Jongkind, Johan-Barthold (1819-91); 70, 8x62

Background imageWooden Barrel Collection: 'La forge'(Landscape with a smithy) Peinture de Jan Brueghel I (Jean Breughel)

"La forge"(Landscape with a smithy) Peinture de Jan Brueghel I (Jean Breughel)
FIA5326058 " La forge" (Landscape with a smithy) Peinture de Jan Brueghel I (Jean Breughel, Bruegel ou Breugel) dit De Velours (l Aine ou Le Vieux, 1568-1625) 1603 Moscou

Background imageWooden Barrel Collection: The Following Morning, 1880 (oil on canvas)

The Following Morning, 1880 (oil on canvas)
145456 The Following Morning, 1880 (oil on canvas) by Landaluce, Victor Patricio (1828-89); 36x27 cm; Private Collection

Background imageWooden Barrel Collection: Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Huile (Marchand d ); Oil-man; Oelhandler (engraving)

Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Huile (Marchand d ); Oil-man; Oelhandler (engraving)
7196374 Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Huile (Marchand d ); Oil-man; Oelhandler (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Huile (Marchand d ); Oil-man; Oelhandler

Background imageWooden Barrel Collection: Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Juchoir; Hen-roost; Huhnerstange (engraving)

Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Juchoir; Hen-roost; Huhnerstange (engraving)
7196459 Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Juchoir; Hen-roost; Huhnerstange (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Juchoir; Hen-roost; Huhnerstange)

Background imageWooden Barrel Collection: Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Tonnelier; Cooper; Kufer (engraving)

Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Tonnelier; Cooper; Kufer (engraving)
7197760 Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Tonnelier; Cooper; Kufer (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Tonnelier; Cooper; Kufer)

Background imageWooden Barrel Collection: The Indian troopship 'Serapis'arriving at Portsmouth, 1876 (oil on canvas)

The Indian troopship "Serapis"arriving at Portsmouth, 1876 (oil on canvas)
6041629 The Indian troopship " Serapis" arriving at Portsmouth, 1876 (oil on canvas) by Fowles, Arthur Wellington (c.1815-78); 86.4x149 cm; Private Collection

Background imageWooden Barrel Collection: Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Marchand (de vin); Wine-merchant; Weinhandler (engraving)

Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Marchand (de vin); Wine-merchant; Weinhandler (engraving)
7196642 Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Marchand (de vin); Wine-merchant; Weinhandler (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageWooden Barrel Collection: Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Douanier; Custom-house officer; Zollbeamte (engraving)

Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Douanier; Custom-house officer; Zollbeamte (engraving)
7195760 Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Douanier; Custom-house officer; Zollbeamte (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Douanier; Custom-house officer; Zollbeamte)

Background imageWooden Barrel Collection: The waiter, 1574 (oil on canvas)

The waiter, 1574 (oil on canvas)
7064898 The waiter, 1574 (oil on canvas) by Arcimboldo, Giuseppe (1527-93); 88x67 cm; Private Collection

Background imageWooden Barrel Collection: Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Degustateur; Taster; Weinkoster (engraving)

Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Degustateur; Taster; Weinkoster (engraving)
7195710 Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Degustateur; Taster; Weinkoster (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Degustateur; Taster; Weinkoster)

Background imageWooden Barrel Collection: Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Baril; Barrel; Fasz (engraving)

Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Baril; Barrel; Fasz (engraving)
7194842 Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Baril; Barrel; Fasz (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Baril; Barrel; Fasz)

Background imageWooden Barrel Collection: Aesops Fables: The Woman and the Wine-Cask (colour litho)

Aesops Fables: The Woman and the Wine-Cask (colour litho)
7164657 Aesops Fables: The Woman and the Wine-Cask (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Woman and the Wine-Cask)

Background imageWooden Barrel Collection: After washing, woman in a bath tub (colour litho)

After washing, woman in a bath tub (colour litho)
7150527 After washing, woman in a bath tub (colour litho) by Buland, Jean Eugene (1851-1927); Private Collection; (add.info.: After washing, woman in a bath tub)

Background imageWooden Barrel Collection: Wheat flour for baking bread, Washburn Crosby Company, advertisement (chromolitho)

Wheat flour for baking bread, Washburn Crosby Company, advertisement (chromolitho)
7153516 Wheat flour for baking bread, Washburn Crosby Company, advertisement (chromolitho) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Wheat flour for baking bread)

Background imageWooden Barrel Collection: Depiction of a drunk (woodcut)

Depiction of a drunk (woodcut)
7201482 Depiction of a drunk (woodcut) by German School, (16th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Depiction of a drunk)

Background imageWooden Barrel Collection: Urinating farmer (copper engraving)

Urinating farmer (copper engraving)
7201478 Urinating farmer (copper engraving) by Ostade, Adriaen Jansz. van (1610-85); Private Collection; (add.info.: Urinating farmer)

Background imageWooden Barrel Collection: A Sailors Son (colour litho)

A Sailors Son (colour litho)
7181935 A Sailors Son (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Sailors Son. Illustration for Bubbles edited by Dr Barnardo (1903).); © Look and Learn

Background imageWooden Barrel Collection: Alexandre et Diogene (engraving)

Alexandre et Diogene (engraving)
7179156 Alexandre et Diogene (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Alexandre et Diogene)




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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.