Old zinc stencil - Wine "ENTRE 2 MERS"

An antique cut brass wine stencil bearing the inscription "ENTRE 2 MERS," the famous Bordeaux appellation located between the Garonne and Dordogne rivers. This type of stencil was used to mark barrels, casks, or crates in wine cellars, indicating the origin of the wine before shipping. The plaque features a beautiful early 20th-century industrial typeface, with the "E" in "MERS" missing, a testament to its heavy use in a workshop. It has a superb golden-brown patina, enhanced by characteristic traces of oxidation and wear.

✦ Origin: France (Bordeaux region)
✦ Estimated period: Early 20th century
✦ Dimensions: 21 × 8 cm - Letter height: 2.8cm
✦ Material: Cut zinc
✦ Condition: Even patina, partial loss of the final "E", traces of oxidation

Authentic wine marking tool, ideal for decorating a cellar, wine bar or a wine cabinet of curiosities.