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What is the purpose of decanting?
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The purpose of decanting depends on the liquid involved. People decant wine to aerate it and enhance its flavor. You may also need to decant wine to filter out sediment or pieces of cork. Normally, decanting spirits is simply for storage purposes. Find a collection of antique and vintage decanters on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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Antique Silver Plated Mechanical Gun or Cannon Bottle Trolley Decanting Machine
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
machined metal which has been silver plated, and the bottle is cradled in the clips, giving the appearance
Category
Antique Late 19th Century English British Colonial Sheffield and Silverp...
Materials
Metal, Silver Plate
Antique French Brass Bottle Holder Pourer Cradle in Wood Stand
Located in Barntrup, DE
This brilliant device made in France circa the 1920s holds a bottle in a cradle attached to an
Category
Vintage 1920s French Restauration Barware
Materials
Brass
