During the 19th century Taverns and inns would have a variety of pottery and stoneware barrels on their bars. Before optics were invented drinks would be poured from these barrels it a measure or straight into the appropriate glass. These Barrels would hold all manner of drinks from spirits to soft drinks.
 
This is a Victorian pottery Irish Whisky barrel with tap and hand painted decoration to the barrel.
 
The condition is overall good, some crazing and staining to glaze and a chip to the top opening.
 
Dimensions: 25cm wide x 25cm deep x 32cm high