Antique Winemaking Instrument, 1800s

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This fascinating late-19th-century winemaking instrument represents a remarkable example of mechanical engineering applied to the historic winery. The object features … Read more This fascinating late-19th-century winemaking instrument represents a remarkable example of mechanical engineering applied to the historic winery. The object features a solid wood, square-shaped well structure, finely reinforced with riveted metal corners and profiles that ensure its structural solidity. The main body rests on an elegant cast iron column base with a knurled circular foot, lending stability and a decorative touch typical of the industrial aesthetic of the era.

The internal mechanism features a system of spherical weights and counterweights that act on levers and manual valves, designed to precisely regulate the flow of wine and the pressure during filling. The back features a complex set of metal transmissions and micrometric screws for calibrating the process, while sturdy iron handles on the sides facilitate movement. The original patina covering the brass and iron components testifies to the authentic use and longevity of a tool designed to combine production efficiency with the artisanal care of the final product.

Dimensions: 48 x 41 x 42 cm (height, width, depth) See less