Small wooden barrel with slightly convex sides and a flat, removable lid fitted with a metal handle. The staves are bound by four metal hoops (two wire, two solid bands) for reinforcement. The exterior wood is stained a reddish-brown, showing patina and surface wear consistent with liquid storage.
Its moderate size, tight joinery, and metal-banded construction suggest use as a beer barrel or personal keg, likely for home-brewed or locally produced beer. The lid and handle imply that it may have been a transport or serving container rather than for long-term cellar storage.