Superb Antique French Cave a Liqueur, Tantalus Liquor Box, Decanters & Glasses
Superb Antique French Cave a Liqueur, Tantalus Liquor Box, Decanters & Glasses
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About This Piece
A superb antique French cave à liqueur or decanter box, c. 1850. The fine wood case has a hinged and folded front with hinged sides, opening to reveal a handled removable tray with gilt metal fitted mounts holding four crystal decanters and sixteen matching liqueur glasses. The crystal is beautifully detailed with small gilt stars and thick gilt bands around the necks and stoppers — most likely Baccarat. A magnificent and complete set.
Hallmarks & Provenance
French, c. 1850. Crystal most likely Baccarat.
Details & Dimensions
- Origin: France
- Date: c. 1850
- Material: Wood case with gilt metal mounts; crystal decanters and glasses
- Contents: 4 crystal decanters with stoppers; 16 matching liqueur glasses
- Crystal detail: Gilt stars; thick gilt neck bands and gilt stoppers
- Tray: Removable handled tray with fitted mounts
- Item ID: No SKU assigned
Condition
Very good. No chips or cracks on decanters or glasses.
Shipping & Handling
- Ships next business day via USPS Priority Mail
- Complimentary shipping within the US
- Reduced International Rates available
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