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Why is it called a Tantalus?
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The name ‘Tantalus’ is a reference to the character in Greek mythology. A tantalus in furniture is a small wooden cabinet, with two or three decanters and complete with a lock and a key. Shop a collection of Tantalus pieces from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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Rare Victorian Solid Amboyna Tantalus George Betjemann
By George Betjemann & Sons
Located in Northampton, GB
Victorian Amboyna Tantalus. The Tantalus from the original Betjemann design with a solid Amboyna body and
Category
Antique Late 19th Century English High Victorian Barware
Materials
Silver Plate
Antique 19th Century Victorian Solid Silver Tantalus Set, Betjemann's c.1897
By Betjemanns & Sons
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Antique 19th Century Victorian three-bottle tantalus features brass detailing and a locking
Category
Antique 1880s British Other Barware
Materials
Silver, Brass
Antique Betjemann’s Coromandel Miniature 3 Bottle Tantalus 19th Century
By George Betjemann & Sons
Located in London, GB
"The Tantalus", on the other
It is fitted with a Betjemann’s Bramah locking system, complete with
Category
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Crystal Serveware
Materials
Crystal, Silver Plate, Sterling Silver
Coromandel Jewellery Cabinet Betjemann & Sons (attributed)
By George Betjemann & Sons
Located in Northampton, GB
attribute the box to renowned box & tantalus makers Betjemann & Sons due to the woods used, quality and
Category
Antique Late 19th Century English High Victorian Jewelry Boxes
Materials
Brass
Antique English Edwardian Two Bottle Walnut & Silver Plated Tantalus
By Betjemanns & Sons
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This antique tantalus set was made by the well known Betjemmin's & Sons of London, England and
Category
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Barware
Materials
Crystal, Silver Plate
Antique Miniature 19th C. Travel or Perfume Decanter Tantalus in Oak & Cut Glass
By Betjemanns & Sons
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique small scale tantalus.
Meant as a travel liquor or perfume tantalus.
With square
Category
Early 20th Century Victorian Glass
Materials
Silver Plate
