19th Century French Painted Oak Wine Barrel Front with Fleur-de-Lis Decor

$1,200

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Bring authentic French country character to a wine cellar, kitchen, or tasting room with this antique decorative barrel front. Crafted in France circa 1880 from solid oak staves bound with hand-forged iron bands, the circular wine cask façade features its original wooden spigot and retains a richly weathered surface that speaks to generations of use in a provincial vineyard or cellar.
The front is decorated with a hand-painted green fleur-de-lis motif centered against the warm aged oak background, accented with traces of the original red lettering and painted trim along the outer rim. Deep patina, shrinkage lines, old tool marks, and timeworn texture throughout give the piece remarkable authenticity and rustic appeal. The iron banding has developed a dark oxidized finish that beautifully complements the aged wood tones.
Whether displayed on a wall, leaned on open shelving, or incorporated into a wine room installation, this antique French barrel front offers strong decorative impact and timeless provincial charm. The piece is in good condition commensurate with age and use, and adorns a rich distressed patina throughout.
Dimensions: 23.5” Diameter x 11”H

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