Firkin

Name/Title

Firkin

Entry/Object ID

2005.047.6

Description

One wooden firkin, tapered toward the top, with vertical staves and three wooden bands. One band is at the top, and two are at the bottom. The base is a single piece of wood. The wooden bail handle is attached through holes in the side, and secured by pegs. One of these pegs is missing. It is painted a dark red.

Collection

Genesee Country Village and Museum

Made/Created

Date made

circa 1840 - circa 1900

Place

Country

United States of America

Continent

North America

Dimensions

Height

14-1/2 in

Diameter

11 in

Material

Wood