20th Century French Red Grape Hod - Châteauneuf-du-pape

Early 20th Century Large French Red Grape Hod French 20th Century 1900-1920 Châteauneuf-du-Pape commune Grand Scale model Leather, Metal, Paint, Hand-Painted Original back straps are still present, with some chapping and fleabites to the leather Later painted Châteauneuf-du-Pape crest display Painted elements were added more recently with some minor rubs Wear consistent with age and use Minor scratches and buildup Light and minor indentations Good antique condition Oxidation and buildup to interior, commensurate with age and use Would be a spectacular addition as a focal point or conversation piece This decorative Hotte would make a wonderful accessory in a wine room etc Amazing look when used for logs/kindling storage Fantastic feature wine/drink coolers for parties and Bbq’s etc This style of galvanized French grape hod, or hotte, was used in French vineyards and worn on the back of workers during the late 19th and early 20th centuries for harvesting grapes. The vineyard worker would attach the hotte to their back using leather straps and place the harvested grapes directly into the container. This red hotte features a hand-painted coat of arms flanked by the phrase "Châteauneuf-du-Pape" in gold letters. The coat of arms depicts two crossed keys entwined in a curled ribbon emanating from the base of a closed crown. The ovate crown is adorned with gold beading and fleur-de-lis and is topped with a cross pattée (a cross with narrowing arms and flat sides). Châteauneuf-du-Pape is one of the most renowned appellations (Appellation d'origine contrôlée - Aoc) in the southern Rhône Valley wine region of southeastern France. Its vineyards are located around the Châteauneuf-du-Pape commune and neighboring villages, including Bédarrides, Courthézon, and Sorgues, between Avignon and Orange. Most of the cultivable land is used for planting grapes, which are used to produce a well-known red wine appellation.