Barrels, Wet and Dry Cooperage

Dive into the rich history of cooperage with our meticulously detailed set of barrels, representing the traditional craft of barrel making from the 18th to the 20th century.

 This set highlights the skill and importance of coopers in historical commerce and daily life.

Product Details:

• Model Number: 53037
• Scale: 1/30
• Finish: Matte
• Set Includes: Twelve pieces of various types of cooperage, including butter churns, buckets, tubs, kegs, and casks
• Craftsmanship: Expertly hand-painted to showcase the textures of pine and oak used in the barrels and to reflect the authenticity of the period

The collection features three types of cooperage:

• White Cooperage: Straight-sided items like churns and buckets suitable for solids and semi-solids.
• Dry Cooperage: Kegs and casks designed for dry goods, not necessarily watertight.
• Wet Cooperage: Barrels crafted to be watertight, used historically for liquids.

Additional Information:

• Historical Insight: The evolution of barrel-making is captured in this set, from simple wooden tubs documented as far back as 2600 BC to sophisticated 20th-century designs.
• Versatile Display: Perfect for setting up historical market scenes, storehouses, or docksides in dioramas or as standalone pieces for collectors.

Enhance your collection with this diverse and historically significant set of barrels, perfect for those who appreciate the nuances of traditional crafts and their impact on both historical and contemporary life.