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1970s French Crystal Decanter with Brass Handle and Funnel
Located in Marbella, ES
1970s French Crystal Decanter with Brass Handle and Funnel.
Category
Late 20th Century French Bottles
Materials
Brass
Italian Decorative Copper Vase or Decanter with Brass Handle, Italy, Late '800s
Located in Roma, IT
Amazing antique "mezzina" Pitcher fully made in solid copper with Brass Handle. This wonderful
Category
Antique 1890s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Brass, Metal, Copper
H 15.36 in Dm 9.85 in
Mappin Bros. Diminutive Tauntless with Cut Glass Decanters
By Mappin Brothers
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
" x 3" panel cut glass decanters, with brass inset plaque "Mappin Bros. 67 & 68, King William Street
Category
Antique 1850s English High Victorian Barware
Materials
Metal, Brass
Antique Campaign Decanter Box, Coromandel With Brass Fittings, 19th Century
Located in Bristol, GB
ANTIQUE CAMPAIGN DECANTER BOX
Made from coromandel with brass strap work fittings and flush
Category
Antique 19th Century British Campaign Decorative Boxes
Materials
Brass
H 11.03 in W 9.85 in D 9.85 in
Brass Oil Decanter by Gentner Design
By Christopher Gentner
Located in Geneve, CH
Brass oil decanter by Gentner Design
Dimensions: D 6.3 x W 10 x H 22.2 cm
Materials: polished
Category
2010s American Post-Modern Serving Pieces
Materials
Brass
Glass and Brass Decanter by Carl Auböck
By Werkstätte Carl Auböck
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Decanter by Austrian industrial designer Carl Auböck, circa 1950. The glass decanter is set in an
Category
Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Brass
Lovely Decanter, Brass 1974 - Per Myrström, Sweden
Located in Stockholm, SE
A lovely decanter designed by Per Myrström, Sweden in the 1974. It is 20 cm high and in very good
Category
Vintage 1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Bottles
Materials
Brass
Darkened Brass Oil Decanter by Gentner Design
By Christopher Gentner
Located in Geneve, CH
Darkened brass oil decanter by Gentner Design
Dimensions: D 6.3 x W 10 x H 22.2 cm
Materials
Category
2010s American Post-Modern Serving Pieces
Materials
Brass
Striking Oak & Brass Tantalus with Whiskey or Liqueur Crystal Decanters & Drawer
Located in Lisse, NL
come with beautifully silvered brass hinges and the lock works perfectly via the original key. It is
Category
Antique Late 19th Century English Late Victorian Crystal Serveware
Materials
Crystal, Brass
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H 13.8 in W 15 in D 11.4 in
Antique Victorian quality decanter stand with three original cut glass decanters
Located in Ipswich, GB
decanter stand with three brass columns, feet and a shaped carrying handle, holding the three original cut
Category
Antique Early 19th Century Victorian Barware
Materials
Glass
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H 11.82 in W 9.85 in D 9.85 in
Tortoiseshell Murano Glass & Brass Decanter, Attributed to Barovier Toso
By Barovier&Toso
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Tortoiseshell Murano glass & brass decanter, attributed to Barovier Toso.
Italy, 1950s
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Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Modern Barware
Materials
Brass
Victorian Whiskey & Gin Decanter Tantalus With Key
Located in Bishop's Stortford, GB
Victorian 2 Decanter Tantalus With Key Brass handle Mahogany case silver plated Whiskey and Gin
Category
Early 20th Century British Victorian Crystal Serveware
Materials
Mahogany
Modern Oil Decanter, Made of Patinated Brass, Completely Handcrafted in Chicago
By Christopher Gentner
Located in Chicago, IL
Made of brass and hand tarnished, the oil seems to magically move from the container to the spout
Category
2010s American Modern More Dining and Entertaining
Materials
Brass
H 9.5 in W 5 in D 2.5 in
Italian Green Leather and Brass Decanter by Aldo Tura for Macabo
By Aldo Tura
Located in Troy, MI
Barware decanter designed by Aldo Tura for Macabo features a leather-wrapped vessel with a
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Metal, Brass
Decanter & 10 glasses in gold plated brass, Pierre Forsell for Skultuna, 1960s
By Skultuna, Pierre Forsell
Located in Vorst, BE
Elegant Decanter and 10 Shot Glasses made from brass. Gold plated, 23 Carat.
Designed by Pierre
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Barware
Materials
Gold Plate, Brass
H 6.7 in W 4.73 in D 2.37 in
Collection of Decanter and Bowls in Brass Pierre Forsell Skultuna, Sweden, 1970s
By Skultuna, Pierre Forssell
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
Wonderful, sculptured brass Decanter and bowls made from solid brass. These ones were manufactured
Category
Vintage 1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Brass
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H 7.49 in Dm 5.91 in
Decanter & 12 bowls in gold plated brass, Pierre Forsell for Skultuna, 1960s
By Skultuna, Pierre Forsell
Located in Vorst, BE
Elegant Decanter and bowls made from brass. Gold plated, 23 carat for the bowls and 24 carat for
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Barware
Materials
Gold Plate, Brass
H 6.7 in W 4.73 in D 2.37 in
Aldo Tura Midcentury Goatskin and Brass Thermos Decanter for Macabo, Italy 1950s
By Aldo Tura, Macabo
Located in Roma, IT
Stunning vitrified goatskin thermos decanter with gilt brass trim. Aldo Tura designed this
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Pitchers
Materials
Metal, Brass
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H 12.21 in W 5.91 in D 4.73 in
Antique French Brass Inlay Tantalus Box Cordial Decanter Set Liquor Cabinet
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique French Brass Inlay Tantalus Box Cordial Decanter Set Liquor Cabinet. Item features
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Provincial Barware
Materials
Wood
H 10 in W 13.5 in D 10 in
Victorian Burr Walnut Decanter Box
Located in Northampton, GB
Walnut Decanter Box. The Decanter Box of rectangular form veneered in Burr Walnut with a domed lid, brass
Category
Antique Late 19th Century English High Victorian Barware
Materials
Brass
Signed Italian Decanter with Metal Work and Freshwater Pearls
Located in Troy, MI
Found in Italy, this clear glass decanter has hand-forged brass toned metal leafy vines that
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Freshwater Pearl, Metal
Glass Decanter by Gentner Design
By Christopher Gentner
Located in Geneve, CH
Glass decanter by Gentner Design
Dimensions: D 15.2 x H 28 cm
Materials: glass, brass
A place to
Category
2010s American Post-Modern Serving Pieces
Materials
Brass
Victorian Coromandel Decanter Box
Located in Northampton, GB
patent Coromandel Decanter Box. The Decanter box veneered in Coromandel with quadrant brass edging, a
Category
Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Barware
Materials
Wood, Satinwood
English 19th Century Mahogany Decanter Box
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A large English decanter box made of mahogany. Classic brass handles and escutcheon plate are found
Category
Antique 19th Century English Other Decorative Boxes
Materials
Brass, Zinc
Art Deco Tantalus with Three Blue Cut Glass Engraved Decanters lockable, French
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
, with brass fittings including a carrying handle and lock to the front. The glass decanters are stored
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Barware
Materials
Brass
H 12.5 in W 13.5 in D 7.07 in
19th Century Victorian Era Black Forest Liquor Tantalus with Glasses & Decanters
By Black Forest
Located in Lisse, NL
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This magnificent Black Forest drinks box, dates from circa 1880. The beautiful glasses and decanters
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Decorative Boxes
Materials
Brass
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H 14.8 in W 16.5 in D 12.6 in
Beautiful Antique English Oak Decanter Tantalus
Located in Hopewell, NJ
A very special three bottle crystal decanter tantalus executed with brass mounts on an oak platform
Category
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Barware
Materials
Brass
English Leather Book Hinged Decanter Set with Fitted Bottle & Glasses, C 1850
Located in Hollywood, SC
English leather book hinged hideaway decanter set with original fitted interior gilt bottle and
Category
Antique 1850s English William IV Barware
Materials
Brass
H 5 in W 7 in D 4.75 in
Pierre Forsell for Skultuna, Sweden, a Set of 3 Schnapps Glasses with Decanter
Located in Copenhagen, DK
brass. Modernist design, 1960s.
Designer: Pierre Forsell.
Glass measures: 12.5 x 4.5 cm.
Decanter
Category
Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Tableware
Materials
Brass
Murano Liqueur Set 8 Shot Glasses and Decanter, with Serving Tray, circa 1938
Located in Verviers, BE
Murano liqueur set 8 shot glasses and decanter, with serving tray, circa 1938
Art Glass Murano
Category
Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Barware
Materials
Brass
H 7.88 in W 14.57 in D 9.45 in
19th Century Coromandel Decanter Box
Located in Martlesham, GB
A lovely quality 19th century coromandel decanter box with a recessed brass carrying handle on the
Category
Antique 1880s English Victorian More Dining and Entertaining
Materials
Wood
19C Irish Coromandel Wood Campaign Decanter Box
Located in Dallas, TX
Decanter box from circa 1860-1880.
Made in Dublin, makers brass label on the interior, for ‘T.K. Austin
Category
Antique 19th Century Irish Campaign Decorative Boxes
Materials
Crystal, Silver, Brass
Antique Burr Walnut Decanter Box Betjemann
By George Betjemann & Sons
Located in Northampton, GB
feathered Burr Walnut mounted with a plinth base. The top of the Decanter Box is inlaid with a brass plaque
Category
Antique Late 19th Century British High Victorian Decorative Boxes
Materials
Bronze
Large English Copper Vase/Decanter
Located in New York, NY
An English circa 1900 hammered copper and brass jug with original patina.
Measurements:
Height
Category
Antique Early 1900s English Vases
Materials
Copper
Pair of Antique Amber Glass Liquor Decanters with Mother of Pearl Stoppers
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This pair of antique amber blown glass bottle flasks, or decanters were made in circa 1870 in the
Category
Antique Late 19th Century English Late Victorian Barware
Materials
Mother-of-Pearl, Blown Glass
H 9.5 in W 5.5 in D 3.5 in
Swiss Walnut Liquor Box with Four Decanters and 16 Cordial/Aperitif Glasses
Located in Evergreen, CO
decanters and 16 etched cordial glasses held by decorative brass and handle.
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Swiss Decorative Boxes
Materials
Glass, Walnut
H 12 in W 17 in D 12.5 in
Victorian Antiques Decanter Humidor Games Box
Located in Northampton, GB
This Humidor Games Box is a monumental piece. Features like Brass mounts surround the box, whilst
Category
Early 20th Century British Games
Materials
Mahogany, Cedar
Vintage Italian Egg Decanter Liquor Shot Glass Case 1960s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Vintage Italian Egg Decanter Liquor Shot Glass Case from the 1960s is a multifunctional and
Category
Vintage 1960s European Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Brass
Vintage Blue Glass Art Egg Domed Decanter, 1950's
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Blue Glass Art Hinged Egg Domed Liquor Decanter
Striking cobolt blue decanter with shot glasses
Category
Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Brass
Early 19th Century George III Decanter Set
Located in Dublin 8, IE
Georgian mahogany decanter holder complete with a set of six decanters, hinged plain lid enclosing
Category
Antique Early 19th Century European Glass
Art Nouveau Silver Plate Swan Decanter WMF
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Newark, England
Art Nouveau Silver Plate Swan Decanter by WMF. The Decanter of beautiful elongated shape with bulbous
Category
Antique 1890s German Art Nouveau Barware
Materials
Metal, Silver Plate
Loewe Spain Chrome and Gilt Metal Thermos Insulated Decanter
By Spanish Manufactory
Located in Atlanta, GA
This is a sleek and modernist barware thermos made of chrome and gilded brass, produced by Loewe in
Category
Vintage 1980s Spanish Modern Barware
Materials
Metal, Brass, Chrome
Antique Coromandel Three Crystal Decanter Tantalus & Games Drawer 19th C
Located in London, GB
This is a superb antique Victorian coromandel, brass mounted and cased three decanter tantalus and
Category
Antique 1880s Late Victorian Crystal Serveware
Materials
Brass
H 13 in W 14.97 in D 4.34 in
19th Century Regency Period Papier Mâché and Cut-Glass Decanter Wagon
Located in London, GB
A Regency papier mâché and brass-mounted
Decanter Wagon
Constructed from dark painted papier
Category
Antique 19th Century English Regency Barware
Materials
Brass
Stunning Holden Vintage & Classic Leather Car Trunk Drinks Picnic Decanter Set
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning Holden & Vintage Classic made Car drinks decanter
Category
20th Century English Art Deco Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Brass
H 20.87 in W 14.97 in D 18.31 in
Fine Antique English Coromandel Decanter / Drinks Box, circa 1880
By Betjemanns & Sons
Located in Bath, GB
A truly magnificent drinks / decanter box made from exotic Coromandel mounted with polished brass
Category
Antique 1880s English Late Victorian Barware
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H 15 in W 15 in D 10 in
Rare Walnut Case French Etched Glass 18-piece decanter and Cordial Tantalus Set
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This is a superb tantalus with its original etched glass cordial glasses and etched glass decanters
Category
Antique 1890s French High Victorian Dry Bars
Materials
Crystal, Brass
H 11.25 in W 16.75 in D 12.5 in
20th Century English Novelty Cut Glass Decanter In The Shape Of A Double Bass
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
A charming novelty cut glass decanter, a musical ode in the shape of a double bass. Crafted with
Category
20th Century British Art Deco Barware
Materials
Brass
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H 14.97 in W 4.73 in D 2.76 in
Vintage Spirit Tantalus, Danish, Teak, Glass, Bar Caddy, Decanters, Mid Century
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
decanter sits neatly within one of the three compartments
Decanter sealed with a quality brass and cork
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Glass
Materials
Glass
H 10.63 in W 13.39 in D 4.93 in
Rattan and Brass Round Centerpiece with Faux Bamboo Rim, Italy, 1970s
Located in Barcelona, ES
decorative rattan faux bamboo brass centerpiece / tray. Handcrafted in Italy, 1970s.
Round shape with thick
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Centerpieces
Materials
Brass
Two Early 20th Century Austrian Decanters in the Form of Ducks
Located in San Francisco, CA
Two early 20th century Austrian decanters in the form of ducks, circa 1920
Two decanters (large
Category
Early 20th Century Austrian Belle Époque Barware
Materials
Art Glass
Art Deco Brass Dry Bar Cart with Smoked Two Tier Glass
Located in Miami, FL
Fabulous brass bar cart with smoked glass
Proudly showcase your finest decanters and stemware
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Carts and Bar Carts
Materials
Brass
French Hollywood Regency Brass Bar Cart with Star Motif c. 1960s
By Maison Baguès, Maison Jansen
Located in Saint Louis, MO
/ Maison Baguès attributed brass bar cart. Glamorous. Ornate. Festive. The details. Two tiers both with
Category
Vintage 1960s French Hollywood Regency Carts and Bar Carts
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Art Pottery Gouda Styled Keg & Glasses Liquor Decanter Set
By Gouda Plateelbakkerij Zuid-Holland
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
painted art pottery keg barrel styled decanter body, complete with its original pottery stopper, brass
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Pottery, Glass, Wood
19th Century Napoleon III Liquor Cellar in Ebony with Brass Inlay
Located in Paris, FR
Liquor cellar in brass inlaid ebony with crystal glassware. The top of the box is engraved with the
Category
Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Barware
Materials
Crystal, Brass, Bronze
Antique English Victorian Golden Oak 3 Crystal Decanter Tantalus Dry Bar 19th C
Located in London, GB
plated cut brass gothic revival mounts and carry handles to the sides, the decanters with sterling silver
Category
Antique 1880s Victorian Decorative Boxes
Materials
Crystal
H 13.39 in W 14.97 in D 11.82 in
Monumental Antique Cut Crystal Glass Brandy Liquor Bar Dispenser Decanter 1880
Located in Portland, OR
dispenser is fitted with a brass spigot and is raised on a flared cut & faceted circular foot.
A great
Category
Antique 1880s American Victorian Crystal Serveware
Materials
Crystal
Vintage Mexican Copper and Brass Riveted Tray
Located in Chicago, IL
A chic mid-20th century Mexican copper tray with robust round brass rivets around the perimeter
Category
Mid-20th Century Mexican Modern Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche
Materials
Brass, Copper
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Lacquer and Brass Credenza
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Sleek Milo Baughman black lacquered credenza or sideboard with tall brass slab legs made by Thayer
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Brass
Loewe Spain Chrome and Gilded Brass Barware Ice Bucket
By Spanish Manufactory
Located in Atlanta, GA
A luxury barware gilded brass and chrome metal bar ice bucket designed by Loewe, Spain. The sleek
Category
Vintage 1980s Spanish Modern Barware
Materials
Metal, Brass, Chrome
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Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more in our collection of decanter with brass on 1stDibs. Frequently made of brass, metal and glass, every piece of decanter with brass was constructed with great care. Find 17 options for an antique or vintage item from our selection of decanter with brass now, or shop our selection of 1 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect choice in our collection of decanter with brass — we have versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. An object in our assortment of decanter with brass made by Victorian designers — as well as those associated with Art Deco — is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one option in this array of decanter with brass that is appealing in its simplicity, but Kacper Hamilton and Mappin Brothers produced versions that are worth a look.
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Prices for a piece of decanter with brass start at $130 and top out at $12,047 with the average selling for $1,050.
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- What are square decanters for?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Square decanters are used for holding liquids, usually spirits. They include a stopper that creates an airtight seal to preserve the freshness of whatever you pour into it. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of decanters from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022For wine, a decanter does three main things: Transferring wine from a bottle to a decanter aerates it to enhance its flavor and bouquet. In addition, decanters allow wine to be easily poured into glasses and can serve as storage containers. On 1stDibs, shop a wide variety of decanters.
- What is a Tantalus Decanter?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021A Tantalus Decanter is a wooden container with a lock and key for glass decanters. The basic framework of the piece, first patented in 1881 by George Betjemann, permits two, three, and sometimes four decanters to be secured within it, visible yet inaccessible when locked. The decanters cannot be unstopped or removed once they have been fastened within the tantalus. Find a range of antique tantalus decanters on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021The purpose of a decanter is to allow the wine to breathe. A decanter is a vessel that holds wine poured from the bottle. Letting wine breathe allows the wine's flavors the shine.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022No, decanters and carafes are not the same although they can both hold wine and spirits. A carafe is typically used for serving, while decanters have a lid and are suitable for both storing and serving. Shop a variety of decanters and carafes on 1stDibs.
- What is a decanter made out of?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A decanter is usually made out of one of two materials: glass or crystal. However, artisans may also produce them out of other materials, such as marble, ceramic, porcelain or terracotta. You can find a collection of decanters on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The 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, 2022Decanters are vessels that are typically used to hold and serve alcoholic beverages. They may also be used for storing beverages for a short period of time. Some people believe that serving from a decanter is better than serving from a bottle because it releases the aroma. On 1stDibs, find vintage and contemporary decanters from top sellers around the world.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021A ship’s decanter is a container that was traditionally used to carry liquor on board a sailing ship. A ship’s decanter may now be found in homes and restaurants as an alternative to wine bottles or carafes. Cognac, whisky, brandy and other spirits can be served in a ship’s decanter. On 1stDibs, choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the ship’s decanter you’re looking for.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023To clean a crystal decanter, soak in warm water and dish soap and then wipe with a soft cloth or a sponge with a handle. Rinse thoroughly and dry with a soft cloth. If stains linger, mix equal parts warm water and white vinegar and fill the decanter with it. Let it sit for an hour or two and then rinse thoroughly. Find a range of crystal decanters on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Many types of liquor can go in a decanter, including bourbon, brandy, cognac, gin, rum, scotch, tequila, vodka and whiskey. Decanters are also suitable for wine storage. Generally, glass decanters with thicker walls work best for chilled liquids like white wine and vodka. Find a selection of decanters on 1stDibs.
- Are glass decanters valuable?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023Whether glass decanters are valuable depends on the piece. The maker, age, rarity and condition of a decanter will influence its value, and whether or not collectors desire pieces like it will also have an effect on how much a given glass decanter will be worth. A certified appraiser can evaluate a particular decanter and provide an estimate of its value. On 1stDibs, find a range of glass decanters.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To clean a cut-glass decanter, fill your sink with warm water and mild dish soap. Place the decanter in the sink and wipe it with a soft cloth. Rinse thoroughly with warm water and dry with a soft towel. On 1stDibs, shop a range of antique and vintage decanters.
- Do old decanters contain lead?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023Yes, old decanters may contain lead if they are crystal. Until the passage of regulations in the 1960s, many manufacturers used crystal that was 32 percent lead or more. As a result, decanters made from the crystal are generally not safe to use to store spirits. On 1stDibs, find a collection of decanters.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Provided that the seal is airtight, you can typically keep liquor in a crystal decanter for as long as you can store the spirit in an already opened bottle. Vodka, brandy and other liquors may remain fresh for a few years. A decanter will usually preserve wine for a few days. Shop a range of crystal decanters on 1stDibs.
- What is a brass sextant?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021A brass sextant is a generally popular collectible for display on bookcases or mantels at home, and those created in Victorian, Industrial, and mid-century modern styles are sought with frequency. It is a traditional nautical instrument that was first used by sailors over 200 years ago to calculate global position by measuring the position of stars above the horizon. They are often made from brass, metal and wood. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary brass sextants from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
- What is a brass footman?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A brass footman is a stand that would be used to hold dishes in front of a fire, allowing them to stay warm before a meal was served on them. This antique piece of furniture was commonly made of brass, but some were crafted from other metals, such as steel. On 1stDibs, find a collection of authentic vintage brass footman pieces.
- What is a brass jardinière?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A brass jardinière is a planter crafted from brass. It is typically cylindrical in shape, and may feature side handles to make it easier to move, or feet to give it elevated style. It may also feature intricate designs. On 1stDibs, find an array of brass jardinières.
- What is a brass scale?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021A brass scale is the one used in ancient times when bartering or trading various precious metal currencies. They are now frequently used as decorative objects for display in any home. This regal-looking collectible adds a touch of royalty to any mantel or console table. Find a variety of antique and vintage brass scales on 1stDibs.
- What is brass sextant?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A sextant is a nautical tool made from brass, used by sailors to measure the angle of the stars above the horizon to help calculate their ship’s global position. A sextant includes an index mirror, sun filters, a horizon mirror, an adjustable arc and a 2x magnifying scope. You’ll find a variety of sextants from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
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