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Antique French Tantalus

Mid-19th Century French Tantalus in Rosewood Carrier with Beveled Glass
Mid-19th Century French Tantalus in Rosewood Carrier with Beveled Glass

Mid-19th Century French Tantalus in Rosewood Carrier with Beveled Glass

Located in Middleburg, VA

Mid-19th Century French Tantalus in Rosewood Carrier with Beveled Glass.

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Mid-19th Century French Neoclassical Antique French Tantalus

Materials

Glass, Rosewood

19th Century French Tantalus Liquor Set
19th Century French Tantalus Liquor Set

19th Century French Tantalus Liquor Set

Located in Mérida, YU

Very rare French 19th Century Ormolu Tantalus-Liquor Set in the shape of a globe.

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Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Antique French Tantalus

Materials

Ormolu

Napoleonic Tantalus Liquor Cabinet, 19th Century
Napoleonic Tantalus Liquor Cabinet, 19th Century

Napoleonic Tantalus Liquor Cabinet, 19th Century

Located in North Palm Beach, FL

Presenting an exquisite antique French Tantalus liquor cabinet that transports you back to the elegance of the mid to late 1800s.

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Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Antique French Tantalus

Materials

Brass

French Liqueur Tantalus
French Liqueur Tantalus

French Liqueur Tantalus

Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID

French Napoleon III period liqueur tantalus, Charles-Guillaume Diehl (German/French, 1811-1885), Rue Michel-le-Comte, Paris, Late 19th Century, hinged case finished in amboyna burlwo...

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Late 19th Century French Antique French Tantalus

Materials

Glass, Wood

French Bronze Tantalus
French Bronze Tantalus

French Bronze Tantalus

Located in Dallas, TX

19th century French bronze tantalus, Circa 17870. This is the best way to have a little sip after dinner.

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1870s Antique French Tantalus

Materials

Brass

Tantalus
Tantalus

Tantalus

$9,600

Tantalus

Located in New York, NY

Exceptional Quality French Gilt Bronze and Glass Tantalus A fine collection of three decanters and six glasses.

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19th Century French Belle Époque Antique French Tantalus

Materials

Bronze

French Victorian Oak Tantalus Set
French Victorian Oak Tantalus Set

French Victorian Oak Tantalus Set

Located in Queens, NY

French Victorian oak tantalus set with iron handle and 2 cut crystal decanters with swirl design.

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Late 19th Century French Victorian Antique French Tantalus

Materials

Crystal

French Gilt Bronze Tantalus Set
French Gilt Bronze Tantalus Set

French Gilt Bronze Tantalus Set

Located in Dallas, TX

Fine 19th century French gilt bronze tantalus set, attributed to Baccarat.

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19th Century Antique French Tantalus

Materials

Brass

19th Century French Marquetry Tantalus Cordial Decanter Set
19th Century French Marquetry Tantalus Cordial Decanter Set

19th Century French Marquetry Tantalus Cordial Decanter Set

By Charles-Guillaume Diehl

Located in Winter Park, FL

A fine 19th century French Napoleon III tantalus, or cave à liqueur, in the style of Charles-Guillaume Diehl.

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19th Century French Napoleon III Antique French Tantalus

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Aesthetic Movement Tantalus
Aesthetic Movement Tantalus

Aesthetic Movement Tantalus

By Baccarat

Located in Stamford, CT

A magnificent dore bronze, faux bamboo and crystal Aesthetic Movement tantalus having four decanters and sixteen glasses. Possibly Baccarat.

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19th Century French Antique French Tantalus

Materials

Crystal, Bronze

19th Century French Baccarat Crystal Cave à Liqueur Tantalus Set
19th Century French Baccarat Crystal Cave à Liqueur Tantalus Set

19th Century French Baccarat Crystal Cave à Liqueur Tantalus Set

By Baccarat

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A superb 19th century French Baccarat cave à liqueur (tantalus set), exemplifying the elegance and craftsmanship of fine crystal service pieces from the period.

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19th Century French Antique French Tantalus

Materials

Glass

French Rococo Liquor Cabinet Tantalus with Bronze Mounts, 1920
French Rococo Liquor Cabinet Tantalus with Bronze Mounts, 1920

French Rococo Liquor Cabinet Tantalus with Bronze Mounts, 1920

Located in Barntrup, DE

Elegant French Rococo or Louis XV style Liquor Cabinet or Tantalus / Cave à liqueur, circa the 1920s, made of precious wood veneers and decorated with bronze mounts.

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1920s French Louis XV Antique French Tantalus

Materials

Bronze

19th Century French Colonial Glass Cave à Liqueur Tantalus
19th Century French Colonial Glass Cave à Liqueur Tantalus

19th Century French Colonial Glass Cave à Liqueur Tantalus

Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB

A fabulous French 19th century colonial, ormolu and bevelled glass cave à liqueur. The decorative case has bevelled glass panels on all sides and top, raised on 4 legs with sculpture...

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Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Antique French Tantalus

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Metal

Antique French Bacarrat Ormolu & Glass Tantalus Cave a Liqueur 19th Century
Antique French Bacarrat Ormolu & Glass Tantalus Cave a Liqueur 19th Century

Antique French Bacarrat Ormolu & Glass Tantalus Cave a Liqueur 19th Century

Located in London, GB

This is an exquisite antique French Napoleon III Bacarrat ormolu and glass Cave a Liqueur, or tantalus, circa 1860 in date. 

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19th Century French Antique French Tantalus

Materials

Bronze, Ormolu

19th Century French Napoleon III Tantalus with Crystal Decanters and Cordials
19th Century French Napoleon III Tantalus with Crystal Decanters and Cordials

19th Century French Napoleon III Tantalus with Crystal Decanters and Cordials

Located in Dallas, TX

Create an elegant bar area with this exquisite antique cave à liqueur (Tantalus). Crafted in France circa 1870, this refined portable bar is built of ebonized mahogany with brass inl...

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Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Antique French Tantalus

Materials

Bronze

Art Deco Pair of Mounted Decanters in Tantalus France Circa 1930
Art Deco Pair of Mounted Decanters in Tantalus France Circa 1930

Art Deco Pair of Mounted Decanters in Tantalus France Circa 1930

Located in London, GB

Presenting a rare and impressive Art Deco pair of mounted decanters in a tantalus from France, dating back to circa 1930. This unique drinks tantalus features a pair of decanters el...

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1920s French Mid-Century Modern Antique French Tantalus

Materials

Chrome

19th Century Patinated Bronze Tantalus
19th Century Patinated Bronze Tantalus

19th Century Patinated Bronze Tantalus

Located in High Point, NC

This is an extremely fine neoclassical French ornamental cast bronze, brass, and glass liqueur set, circa 1840. This fabulous liqueur set is in the form of a finely patinated bronze...

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19th Century French Antique French Tantalus

Materials

Brass, Bronze

French Early 1900s Stack of Leather Books Tantalus Liquor / Drinks Box
French Early 1900s Stack of Leather Books Tantalus Liquor / Drinks Box

French Early 1900s Stack of Leather Books Tantalus Liquor / Drinks Box

Located in Houston, TX

Unique little box to discreetly keep your fancy liquor!!! The early 1900s French box, a stack of 4 leather-bound books, reveals a fitted interior for a small glass stoppered bottle ...

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Early 20th Century French Antique French Tantalus

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Leather, Blown Glass, Paper

TANTALUS 1860 French Napoleon IIII Liquor Cabined In Precious Woods And Glass
TANTALUS 1860 French Napoleon IIII Liquor Cabined In Precious Woods And Glass

TANTALUS 1860 French Napoleon IIII Liquor Cabined In Precious Woods And Glass

Located in Miami, FL

A French Napoleon III liquor tantalus box. This is a fantastic liquor tantalus cased-box for liquors created in Paris France during the Napoleon III period, back in middle of 1860.

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1860s French Napoleon III Antique French Tantalus

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Crystal, Gold, Brass

19th Century Mahogany Tantalus with Brass Stringing
19th Century Mahogany Tantalus with Brass Stringing

19th Century Mahogany Tantalus with Brass Stringing

Located in WEST PALM BEACH, FL

This is a handsome late 19th century French mahogany and tantalus. The top lifts and the front section opens to reveal a central compartment containing four identical crystal decant...

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Late 19th Century French Other Antique French Tantalus

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Crystal

Very Cool French Early 1900s Stack of Leather Books Tantalus Liquor / Drinks Box
Very Cool French Early 1900s Stack of Leather Books Tantalus Liquor / Drinks Box

Very Cool French Early 1900s Stack of Leather Books Tantalus Liquor / Drinks Box

Located in Lisse, NL

Unique stack of leather books design tantalus with hidden 'shot glasses' & decanters. If you are looking for the most interesting and worldly gift for yourself, a friend or a loved ...

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Early 20th Century French Empire Revival Antique French Tantalus

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Gold Leaf

French 'Marquise De Sevigne' Tantalus Set with Leather Figural Book Case or Box
French 'Marquise De Sevigne' Tantalus Set with Leather Figural Book Case or Box

French 'Marquise De Sevigne' Tantalus Set with Leather Figural Book Case or Box

Located in Hamilton, Ontario

This antique tantalus set originates from France and dates to approximately 1920 and done in a Renaissance style.

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Early 20th Century French Renaissance Antique French Tantalus

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Leather, Glass, Softwood

Impressive Boulle Napoleonic Tantalus Liquor Cabinet, 19th Century
Impressive Boulle Napoleonic Tantalus Liquor Cabinet, 19th Century

Impressive Boulle Napoleonic Tantalus Liquor Cabinet, 19th Century

Located in Berlin, DE

Impressive Boulle Napoleonic Tantalus Bar Cabinet, 19th Century Very nice and decorative Boulle Tantalus Cabinet.

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1870s French Napoleon III Antique French Tantalus

Materials

Brass

19th Century Walnut and Glazed Liquor Cabinet or Tantalus
19th Century Walnut and Glazed Liquor Cabinet or Tantalus

19th Century Walnut and Glazed Liquor Cabinet or Tantalus

Located in LA CIOTAT, FR

Step into the elegance of 19th-century France with this magnificent antique liquor cabinet, likely crafted from fine walnut wood. Known for its rich tone and beautiful grain, the wal...

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19th Century French Napoleon III Antique French Tantalus

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Crystal, Brass

Victorian Antique Solid Silver Capped Cut Glass Tantalus With 3 Decanters
Victorian Antique Solid Silver Capped Cut Glass Tantalus With 3 Decanters

Victorian Antique Solid Silver Capped Cut Glass Tantalus With 3 Decanters

Located in Reading, Berkshire

Beautiful 19th Century Victorian Inlaid Hardwood, Amboyna & Silver Tantalus With Three Cut Glass Decanters That Have Solid Silver Lids & Trims The Tantalus Has A Silver-Plat...

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19th Century French Victorian Antique French Tantalus

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Silver

Tantalus Set of Rosewood, Kingwood and Tulipwood Complete with Baccarat Glasses
Tantalus Set of Rosewood, Kingwood and Tulipwood Complete with Baccarat Glasses

Tantalus Set of Rosewood, Kingwood and Tulipwood Complete with Baccarat Glasses

Located in Houston, TX

Exceptional set that has all the original glasses and 3carafes. The bottom of the Glasses marked Baccarat. Marquetry comprised of rosewood, kingwood and Tulipwood that is in beautifu...

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Late 19th Century French Antique French Tantalus

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Rosewood

19th Century French Napoleon III Burl Walnut Inlaid Complete "Cave a Liqueur"
19th Century French Napoleon III Burl Walnut Inlaid Complete "Cave a Liqueur"

19th Century French Napoleon III Burl Walnut Inlaid Complete "Cave a Liqueur"

Located in Dallas, TX

Create an elegant bar area with this complete antique Cave à Liqueur, a refined example of Napoleon III period craftsmanship. Made in France circa 1870, this exquisite tantalus set f...

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Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Antique French Tantalus

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Brass

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French Gilt Bronze and Crystal Tantalus, circa 1890
French Gilt Bronze and Crystal Tantalus, circa 1890

French Gilt Bronze and Crystal Tantalus, circa 1890

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H 14.75 in W 13.5 in D 12 in

French Gilt Bronze and Crystal Tantalus, circa 1890

Located in Redding, CA

This is a beautiful Tantalus gilt bronze and crystal in excellent condition the crystal cut and mounted in finley cast gilt bronze. The glassware complete and in excellent condition...

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Late 19th Century French Antique French Tantalus

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Crystal, Bronze

French Gilt Bronze Tantalus Drinking Set 19th Century Massive
French Gilt Bronze Tantalus Drinking Set 19th Century Massive

French Gilt Bronze Tantalus Drinking Set 19th Century Massive

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H 13.25 in W 17.25 in D 13.5 in

French Gilt Bronze Tantalus Drinking Set 19th Century Massive

Located in Redding, CA

This "Mantique" of a Tantalus is truly something else first off it takes two guys to lift, so heavy is the gauge of the bronze frame, the casting and chiseling is exceptional qualit...

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1870s French Louis XVI Antique French Tantalus

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Bronze

Napoleonic Tantalus Liquor Cabinet, France, 19th Century, Elm Briar
Napoleonic Tantalus Liquor Cabinet, France, 19th Century, Elm Briar

Napoleonic Tantalus Liquor Cabinet, France, 19th Century, Elm Briar

Located in Varese, Lombardia

Napoleonic Tantalo liqueur cabinet, mid-19th century, in elm briar, brass and crystal glasses/bottles with gold filaments. Six shot glasses missing.

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Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Antique French Tantalus

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Elm

French 19th Century Tantalus, Acid Etched Crystal and Gilt Bronze Mounts
French 19th Century Tantalus, Acid Etched Crystal and Gilt Bronze Mounts

French 19th Century Tantalus, Acid Etched Crystal and Gilt Bronze Mounts

Located in Redding, CA

French bronze and etched frosted glass chinoiserie Aesthetic Movement tantalus from the late 19th century complete with all of the glass and functional lock with original key, probab...

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19th Century French Antique French Tantalus

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Bronze

Extraordinary French Gilt Bronze-Mounted Tantalus Set Service for 32, circa 1870
Extraordinary French Gilt Bronze-Mounted Tantalus Set Service for 32, circa 1870

Extraordinary French Gilt Bronze-Mounted Tantalus Set Service for 32, circa 1870

Located in Redding, CA

If Bacchus had a Tantalus set it would look like this, this one takes the cake, just huge service for thirty two twice the usual, also the overall quality of this example the casti...

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1870s French Antique French Tantalus

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Bronze

Baccarat “Open Tantalus” Oriental Crystal Carafe Set, Paris, 1870
Baccarat “Open Tantalus” Oriental Crystal Carafe Set, Paris, 1870

Baccarat “Open Tantalus” Oriental Crystal Carafe Set, Paris, 1870

By Baccarat

Located in Nijmegen, Gelderland

We are dealing with a very rare open Tantalus crystal carafe set, made by Baccarat in 1870, Paris.

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Late 19th Century French Other Antique French Tantalus

Materials

Crystal, Bronze

Antique French Tantalus Decanter Bar Set
Antique French Tantalus Decanter Bar Set

Antique French Tantalus Decanter Bar Set

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H 12 in W 14.5 in D 12.5 in

Antique French Tantalus Decanter Bar Set

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Impressive 19th century French tantalus having a brass banded hexagon case with beveled glass panels framed in crossbanded and burled mahogany with key on turned feet.

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19th Century French Napoleon III Antique French Tantalus

Materials

Metal, Brass

French Tantalus Drinks Set of Gilt Bronze
French Tantalus Drinks Set of Gilt Bronze

French Tantalus Drinks Set of Gilt Bronze

Located in Austin, TX

A handsome French Tantalus drinks set or cave a' liqueur featuring a cabinet of gilt bronze and beveled glass with a mirrored glass base, housing a removable bronze doré stand, holdi...

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19th Century French Aesthetic Movement Antique French Tantalus

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Crystal, Tin, Metal, Bronze

French Inlaid Tantalus Set
French Inlaid Tantalus Set

French Inlaid Tantalus Set

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H 10.25 in W 12.5 in D 10 in

French Inlaid Tantalus Set

Located in Hixson, TN

A fine French Tantalus set. Superb inlay applied to this case.

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19th Century French Louis Philippe Antique French Tantalus

Boulle and Gilt Mahogany Tantalus with Crystal Decanturs & Glasses, 19th Century
Boulle and Gilt Mahogany Tantalus with Crystal Decanturs & Glasses, 19th Century

Boulle and Gilt Mahogany Tantalus with Crystal Decanturs & Glasses, 19th Century

By André-Charles Boulle

Located in Big Flats, NY

Antique French tantalus features gilt decorated mahogany case with boulle reminiscent of royal coat of arms or shield; interior with etched crystal decanters and cordial glasses, 19t...

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19th Century French Antique French Tantalus

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Crystal

Antique French Bronze Tantalus
Antique French Bronze Tantalus

Antique French Bronze Tantalus

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H 13.75 in W 11.5 in D 12 in

Antique French Bronze Tantalus

Located in New York, NY

Our antique bronze and glass tantalus with four decanters with stoppers and fifteen glasses with raised gilt decorations measures 12 x 13.75 x 11.5 inches (30.5 x 34.9 x 29.2 cm). On...

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19th Century French Chinoiserie Antique French Tantalus

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Bronze

19th Century French Dore Bronze Tantalus
19th Century French Dore Bronze Tantalus

19th Century French Dore Bronze Tantalus

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H 12 in W 15 in D 12 in

19th Century French Dore Bronze Tantalus

Located in Dallas, TX

Gorgeous 19h century French Dore Bronze tantalus set with gold trim glasses and bottles.

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19th Century French Antique French Tantalus

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Bronze

19th Century French Doré Bronze Tantalus
19th Century French Doré Bronze Tantalus

19th Century French Doré Bronze Tantalus

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Fabulous original Tantalus consisting of four decanters and 14 glasses. Doré bronze case with mirrored bottom and glass sides and top.

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19th Century French Antique French Tantalus

19th Century French Baccarat Dore' Bronze Tantalus
19th Century French Baccarat Dore' Bronze Tantalus

19th Century French Baccarat Dore' Bronze Tantalus

Located in Dallas, TX

Exquisite 19th century French Baccarat doré' bronze dome form Tantalus. Inside you will find 3 beautiful decanters and 15 glasses.

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Late 19th Century French Antique French Tantalus

Materials

Crystal, Bronze

Important 19th Century Baccarat French Ruby Thumbnail Tantalus
Important 19th Century Baccarat French Ruby Thumbnail Tantalus

Important 19th Century Baccarat French Ruby Thumbnail Tantalus

Located in Dallas, TX

19th century Baccarat Ruby thumbnail oval Baccarat tantalus. Original four bottles and Baccarat crystal liquor glasses.

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Late 19th Century Louis XV Antique French Tantalus

Antique 19th Century French Gilt Bronze, Brass & Glass Tantalus
Antique 19th Century French Gilt Bronze, Brass & Glass Tantalus

Antique 19th Century French Gilt Bronze, Brass & Glass Tantalus

Located in Astoria, NY

Box tantalus with 4 Decanters (2.5" D x 8"H) and 16 liqueur glasses (1" D x 3"H). The front and top unlock and open with a key and the interior cradle lifts out. Each decanter and gl...

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19th Century French Antique French Tantalus

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Bronze, Brass

French Black Forest Walnut and Beveled Glass Tantalus Set
French Black Forest Walnut and Beveled Glass Tantalus Set

French Black Forest Walnut and Beveled Glass Tantalus Set

Located in Houston, TX

French carved walnut box and beveled glass holding a set of four decanters And 16 liqueur glasses. The top and sides are beveled glass.

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Mid-19th Century French Antique French Tantalus

Materials

Glass, Walnut

Napolean III Tantalus Set
Napolean III Tantalus Set

Napolean III Tantalus Set

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H 10.5 in W 13.25 in D 10 in

Napolean III Tantalus Set

Located in Atlanta, GA

The black lacquer box has a serpentine front and brass stringing and inlays of rosettes on the top, front, and apron. The box interior is decorated with rosewood veneers. The tanta...

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19th Century French Napoleon III Antique French Tantalus

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Crystal, Brass

French Louis XVI Style Gilt Bronze Tantalus and Glassware Set
French Louis XVI Style Gilt Bronze Tantalus and Glassware Set

French Louis XVI Style Gilt Bronze Tantalus and Glassware Set

Located in New York, NY

French Louis XVI style gilt bronze tantalus and glassware set with four decanters and sixteen glasses.

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Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Antique French Tantalus

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Bronze

Fine 19th Century French Gilt Bronze and Cut Crystal Tantalus
Fine 19th Century French Gilt Bronze and Cut Crystal Tantalus

Fine 19th Century French Gilt Bronze and Cut Crystal Tantalus

Located in Dallas, TX

19th century French bronze & glass tantalus set with (4) gold decorated glass decanters with (14) cordials glasses in fitted bronze insert set in French bronze & glass case - Measure...

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Late 19th Century French Louis XV Antique French Tantalus

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Bronze

19th Century Important French Cut Crystal and Gilt Bronze Tantalus.
19th Century Important French Cut Crystal and Gilt Bronze Tantalus.

19th Century Important French Cut Crystal and Gilt Bronze Tantalus.

Located in Dallas, TX

19th century French gilt bronze and cut crystal tantalus. All original, four bottles and 12 liquor glasses perfect condition.

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19th Century French Louis XV Antique French Tantalus

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Bronze

19th Century French Gilt Bronze Tantalus with Glasses and Bottles
19th Century French Gilt Bronze Tantalus with Glasses and Bottles

19th Century French Gilt Bronze Tantalus with Glasses and Bottles

Located in Dallas, TX

19th century French gilt bronze Tantalus that contains 10 cordial glasses and 4 decanters.

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19th Century French Antique French Tantalus

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Glass

French Etched Glass and Gilt Bronze Tantalus Attributed to Baccarat
French Etched Glass and Gilt Bronze Tantalus Attributed to Baccarat

French Etched Glass and Gilt Bronze Tantalus Attributed to Baccarat

By Baccarat

Located in New York, NY

Very fine quality French 19 century Louis XVI style etched glass and gilt bronze Tantalus with four decanters and sixteen cordials.

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19th Century French Louis XVI Antique French Tantalus

Materials

Crystal, Bronze

A Fine Ebony Tantalus Set
A Fine Ebony Tantalus Set

A Fine Ebony Tantalus Set

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H 12 in W 15.5 in D 11.5 in

A Fine Ebony Tantalus Set

Located in Hixson, TN

A wonderful ebony tantalus set with scrolled carvings and painted highlights. Complete set of glass. 2 decanters, 14 cordials on a lift out tray and ormolu handle with holders. The g...

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19th Century French Antique French Tantalus

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Ebony

19thC French Four Bottle Tantalus, Pierre Queille, Paris, c.1890
19thC French Four Bottle Tantalus, Pierre Queille, Paris, c.1890

19thC French Four Bottle Tantalus, Pierre Queille, Paris, c.1890

By Pierre-François Queillé

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

Antique late 19th century French four bottle Tantalus, green glass applied with pierced silver depicting grapevine and grapes, with fine engraved details.

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19th Century French Antique French Tantalus

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Silver

19th Century French Napoleon III Period Cave À Liqueur Tantalus
19th Century French Napoleon III Period Cave À Liqueur Tantalus

19th Century French Napoleon III Period Cave À Liqueur Tantalus

By Baccarat

Located in Forney, TX

A period twenty piece French liquor cellar with Baccarat crystal attributed partial gilt glass barware, Paris, France, mid-19th century.

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Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Antique French Tantalus

Materials

Crystal, Bronze

Antique French Ormolu with Glass Tantalus Cave a Liqueur 19th C
Antique French Ormolu with Glass Tantalus Cave a Liqueur 19th C

Antique French Ormolu with Glass Tantalus Cave a Liqueur 19th C

Located in London, GB

This is an exquisite antique French Napoleon III ormolu and glass Cave a Liqueur, or tantalus, circa 1850 in date.

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1850s French Napoleon III Antique French Tantalus

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Ormolu

Antique French Burr Walnut & Ebonized Tantalus Cave a Liqueur, 19th Century
Antique French Burr Walnut & Ebonized Tantalus Cave a Liqueur, 19th Century

Antique French Burr Walnut & Ebonized Tantalus Cave a Liqueur, 19th Century

Located in London, GB

This is an exquisite antique French burr-walnut and ebonized cave a liqueur, or tantalus, circa 1860 in date. 

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1860s French Antique French Tantalus

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Bronze

Antique French Napoleon III Cave À Liqueur Tantalus Decanter Set
Antique French Napoleon III Cave À Liqueur Tantalus Decanter Set

Antique French Napoleon III Cave À Liqueur Tantalus Decanter Set

By Moser Glassworks, Baccarat

Located in Forney, TX

The exterior of the large tantalus box features rich highly figured burl walnut, contrasting exotic woods marquetry inlays, framed by ebonized molding.

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19th Century French Napoleon III Antique French Tantalus

Materials

Crystal, Bronze, Ormolu

Antique French Inlaid Amboyna & Rosewood Cave a' Liqueur Engraved Tantalus Set
Antique French Inlaid Amboyna & Rosewood Cave a' Liqueur Engraved Tantalus Set

Antique French Inlaid Amboyna & Rosewood Cave a' Liqueur Engraved Tantalus Set

Located in CHARLESTON, SC

Rare and important exceptional quality antique French inlaid and ebonized amboyna and rosewood cave a' liqueur Tantalus set with engraved brass and pearl inlays with hand cut and eng...

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Mid-19th Century French Antique French Tantalus

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Crystal, Pearl, Brass

19th Century French Black Forest Carved Walnut Tantalus with Crystal Decanters
19th Century French Black Forest Carved Walnut Tantalus with Crystal Decanters

19th Century French Black Forest Carved Walnut Tantalus with Crystal Decanters

Located in Dallas, TX

Create an elegant bar area with this exquisite Cave à Liqueur, crafted in France circa 1870. Shaped like a rustic log chest, the rectangular Black Forest Tantalus is richly sculpted ...

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Late 19th Century French Black Forest Antique French Tantalus

Materials

Glass, Walnut

Gilt Bronze Tantalus and Glassware Set
Gilt Bronze Tantalus and Glassware Set

Gilt Bronze Tantalus and Glassware Set

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H 14.5 in W 11.5 in D 11.5 in

Gilt Bronze Tantalus and Glassware Set

Located in New York, NY

Our ormolu bronze tantalus in the Louis XV/XVI style includes three original decanters with stoppers and petite cordial glasses.

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Late 19th Century French Antique French Tantalus

Materials

Bronze

19th Century French Napoleon III Period Rosewood Tantalus Liqueur Caddy, Crystal
19th Century French Napoleon III Period Rosewood Tantalus Liqueur Caddy, Crystal

19th Century French Napoleon III Period Rosewood Tantalus Liqueur Caddy, Crystal

By Saint Louis

Located in Fayetteville, AR

This stunning mid-19th century French Napoleon III period tantalus or liqueur caddy, is constructed of rosewood and mahogany.

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Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Antique French Tantalus

Materials

Crystal, Bronze, Enamel

French Bronze and Glass Tantalus Set with Beveled and Cut Glass Panels
French Bronze and Glass Tantalus Set with Beveled and Cut Glass Panels

French Bronze and Glass Tantalus Set with Beveled and Cut Glass Panels

Located in Houston, TX

The Tantalus set is gilt bronze and glass and is complete with 16 gold trimmed glasses and 4 gold trimmed decanters. 19th Century

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Late 19th Century French Antique French Tantalus

Materials

Bronze

19th Century French Napoleon III Black Lacquer Cave a Liqueur or  Tantalus
19th Century French Napoleon III Black Lacquer Cave a Liqueur or  Tantalus

19th Century French Napoleon III Black Lacquer Cave a Liqueur or Tantalus

Located in Fayetteville, AR

This mid-19th century French Napoleon III period black lacquer cave a liqueur (liqueur caddy) or tantalus features bronze and tortoiseshell inlaid cartouches on the lid and doors.

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1860s French Napoleon III Antique French Tantalus

Materials

Crystal, Bronze

French Thuya And Brass Inlaid Serpentine Cave A Liqueur Or Tantalus Box
French Thuya And Brass Inlaid Serpentine Cave A Liqueur Or Tantalus Box

French Thuya And Brass Inlaid Serpentine Cave A Liqueur Or Tantalus Box

Located in Benington, Herts

An Exceptionally Fine French Serpentine and brass marquetry inlaid Cave a Liqueur or Tantalus Box with mother of pearl.

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Late 19th Century French Antique French Tantalus

Materials

Serpentine, Brass

Spectacular liquor chest box casket, tantalus, Napoleon III, bar, 1880, France
Spectacular liquor chest box casket, tantalus, Napoleon III, bar, 1880, France

Spectacular liquor chest box casket, tantalus, Napoleon III, bar, 1880, France

Located in Wien, AT

Accompanied by the original glassware, this exquisite liquor chest embodies the opulence and sophistication of the era. The liquor box is an original from the Napoleon III time, made...

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1880s French Napoleon III Antique French Tantalus

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Glass, Wood

Art Nouveau French Gilded Bronze Tantalus and Liqueur Set, circa 1900
Art Nouveau French Gilded Bronze Tantalus and Liqueur Set, circa 1900

Art Nouveau French Gilded Bronze Tantalus and Liqueur Set, circa 1900

Located in Toronto, Ontario

Art Nouveau French gilded bronze Tantalus set complete with 12 glasses, locking mechanism with original keys.

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1890s Art Nouveau Antique French Tantalus

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Bronze

Antique French Bacarrat Ormolu with Glass Tantalus Cave a Liqueur 19th Century
Antique French Bacarrat Ormolu with Glass Tantalus Cave a Liqueur 19th Century

Antique French Bacarrat Ormolu with Glass Tantalus Cave a Liqueur 19th Century

Located in London, GB

This is an exquisite antique French Napoleon III Bacarrat ormolu and glass Cave a Liqueur, or tantalus, circa 1860 in date.

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1860s French Napoleon III Antique French Tantalus

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Ormolu

Art Deco Tantalus with Three Blue Cut Glass Engraved Decanters lockable, French
Art Deco Tantalus with Three Blue Cut Glass Engraved Decanters lockable, French

Art Deco Tantalus with Three Blue Cut Glass Engraved Decanters lockable, French

Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire

This is a beautiful Tantalus with THREE blue glass engraved decanters from the Art Deco period, probably made in France.

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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique French Tantalus

Materials

Brass

A Fine 19th Century, French, Napoleon III Complete Cave à Liqueur/Tantalus
A Fine 19th Century, French, Napoleon III Complete Cave à Liqueur/Tantalus

A Fine 19th Century, French, Napoleon III Complete Cave à Liqueur/Tantalus

Located in Ottawa, Ontario

A fine 19th century, French, Napoleon III complete cave à liqueur / tantalus / liqueur / decanter set in cabinet.

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1860s French Napoleon III Antique French Tantalus

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Brass

Antique French Engraved Crystal Cave a' Liqueur Tantalus Set in Amboyna Case
Antique French Engraved Crystal Cave a' Liqueur Tantalus Set in Amboyna Case

Antique French Engraved Crystal Cave a' Liqueur Tantalus Set in Amboyna Case

Located in CHARLESTON, SC

Extraordinary quality antique French 24-piece hand engraved crystal cave a' liqueur (Cordial or Liqueur) Tantalus set with magnificent inlaid amboyna wood and kingwood inlaid hinged ...

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Mid-19th Century French Antique French Tantalus

Materials

Crystal, Brass

19th Century Bronze and Baccarat Glass Tantalus
19th Century Bronze and Baccarat Glass Tantalus

19th Century Bronze and Baccarat Glass Tantalus

Located in Los Angeles, CA

19th century bronze and baccarat glass Tantalus, French, 1890.

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19th Century French Other Antique French Tantalus

Materials

Bronze

Important 19th Century French Napoleon III Walnut & Burl Cave a Liqueur Tantalus
Important 19th Century French Napoleon III Walnut & Burl Cave a Liqueur Tantalus

Important 19th Century French Napoleon III Walnut & Burl Cave a Liqueur Tantalus

Located in Dallas, TX

Create an elegant bar area with this antique and complete fruit wood liquor box from France, circa 1870. Bowed on the sides, the rectangular Tantalus sits on round carved feet and fe...

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Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Antique French Tantalus

Materials

Brass

Abalone Inlaid Burlwood Tantalus Chest, 19th Century
Abalone Inlaid Burlwood Tantalus Chest, 19th Century

Abalone Inlaid Burlwood Tantalus Chest, 19th Century

Located in Astoria, NY

European, likely French, Abalone Inlaid Burlwood Tantalus Chest, the lid opening to reveal a gilt bronze stand with four bottle inserts, all upon four squat feet, circa nineteenth ce...

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19th Century French Provincial Antique French Tantalus

Materials

Wood, Burl

French Bacarrat Ormolu Bronze Crystal Glass Tantalus Cave a Liqueur Set Box Case
French Bacarrat Ormolu Bronze Crystal Glass Tantalus Cave a Liqueur Set Box Case

French Bacarrat Ormolu Bronze Crystal Glass Tantalus Cave a Liqueur Set Box Case

By Baccarat

Located in Roslyn, NY

A Wonderful French Bacarrat Style Ormolu Bronze & Crystal With Glass Housing Tantalus Cave a Liqueur Set Box Case Having 4 Etched Decanters And 16 Liqueur Glasses

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Early 20th Century French Regency Antique French Tantalus

Materials

Crystal, Bronze, Ormolu

Rare Walnut Case French Etched Glass 18-piece decanter and Cordial Tantalus Set
Rare Walnut Case French Etched Glass 18-piece decanter and Cordial Tantalus Set

Rare Walnut Case French Etched Glass 18-piece decanter and Cordial Tantalus Set

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

Discover the exquisite charm of this Rare Walnut Case French Etched Glass 18-piece Decanter and Cordial Tantalus Set, a true collector’s gem that epitomizes elegance and craftsmanship.

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1890s French High Victorian Antique French Tantalus

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Crystal, Brass

French 19th Century Upright Piano Design Music Box Tantalus or 'Cave a Liqueur'
French 19th Century Upright Piano Design Music Box Tantalus or 'Cave a Liqueur'

French 19th Century Upright Piano Design Music Box Tantalus or 'Cave a Liqueur'

Located in Ft. Lauderdale, FL

This rare and outstanding upright piano design tantalus or 'cave à liqueur' dating to around 1890 provides both liqueur and music. Simply press a button and one of two delightful mel...

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Late 19th Century French Regency Antique French Tantalus

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Brass

Antique French Black Forest Tantalus Hunt Dog Liquor Box Decanter Cavé à Liqueur
Antique French Black Forest Tantalus Hunt Dog Liquor Box Decanter Cavé à Liqueur

Antique French Black Forest Tantalus Hunt Dog Liquor Box Decanter Cavé à Liqueur

Located in Shreveport, LA

Antique French Black Forest Tantalus hunt dog liquor box decanter Cavé à Liqueur ~Direct from France~ ~Stunning carved Black Forest tantalus or “cavé à Liqueur”!

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19th Century French Black Forest Antique French Tantalus

Materials

Glass, Wood

Baccarat Bronze-Mounted Red to Clear Tantalus Set
Baccarat Bronze-Mounted Red to Clear Tantalus Set

Baccarat Bronze-Mounted Red to Clear Tantalus Set

By Baccarat

Located in New York, NY

Unusual 19th century French Louis XVI style round bronze-mounted red to clear crystal dome shape Tantalus set with gilt crystal bottles and cordials.

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Late 19th Century French Antique French Tantalus

Materials

Crystal, Bronze

French Burl Walnut Ebony & Mother of Pearl Inlaid Tantalus with Bun Feet C. 1860
French Burl Walnut Ebony & Mother of Pearl Inlaid Tantalus with Bun Feet C. 1860

French Burl Walnut Ebony & Mother of Pearl Inlaid Tantalus with Bun Feet C. 1860

Located in Charleston, SC

French burl walnut ebony, brass, and mother of pearl inlaid Tantalus with hinged folding top, flanking hinged sides, cross banded tulip wood, original locking mechanism with key, fit...

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1860s French Louis Philippe Antique French Tantalus

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Crystal, Brass

Vintage Tantalus in Inlaid Rosewood Box, circa 1840-50
Vintage Tantalus in Inlaid Rosewood Box, circa 1840-50

Vintage Tantalus in Inlaid Rosewood Box, circa 1840-50

Located in Colorado Springs, CO

Presented is an exquisite French Napoleon III-period “Cave à Liqueur”, or tantalus, in rich rosewood.

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1840s French Napoleon III Antique French Tantalus

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Crystal

19th Century Burr Walnut Tantalus Decanter Box with Glasses
19th Century Burr Walnut Tantalus Decanter Box with Glasses

19th Century Burr Walnut Tantalus Decanter Box with Glasses

Located in Debenham, Suffolk

Fine quality french burr tantalus liquer decanter box circa 1890.

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Late 19th Century French Georgian Antique French Tantalus

Materials

Walnut

19th Century Mahogany Tantalus in the Form of Leather Bound Books
19th Century Mahogany Tantalus in the Form of Leather Bound Books

19th Century Mahogany Tantalus in the Form of Leather Bound Books

Located in Tetbury, Gloucestershire

This 19th century tantalus is designed to look like a row of 14 leather bound books, covered by a large book stacked on top. Each book features different decorative detailing. This p...

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1880s French Antique French Tantalus

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Mahogany

Antique Baccarat (Attributed) 19th Century Tantalus, Cave De Liquer, Original
Antique Baccarat (Attributed) 19th Century Tantalus, Cave De Liquer, Original

Antique Baccarat (Attributed) 19th Century Tantalus, Cave De Liquer, Original

By Baccarat

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

An important and hard to find piece for your bar or dining room. An ormolu framed glass encasement for a wonderful set of blown glass and hand decorated gilt decanters and cordials. ...

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1870s French Empire Antique French Tantalus

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Ormolu

Mid-19th Century Napoleon III Period Inlaid Cave À Liqueur Tantalus
Mid-19th Century Napoleon III Period Inlaid Cave À Liqueur Tantalus

Mid-19th Century Napoleon III Period Inlaid Cave À Liqueur Tantalus

Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB

Retaining the complete set of original glassware, attributed to French luxury icon Baccarat crystal, housed in a beautiful cabinet with a dome hinged lid and a pair of side opening d...

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19th Century French Napoleon III Antique French Tantalus

Materials

Walnut

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Located in London, GB

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By Paul Revere

Located in New Orleans, LA

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Located in New York, NY

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1830s English Antique French Tantalus

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Porcelain

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By Gillows of Lancaster & London

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

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Leather, Walnut

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Located in Houston, TX

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$12,500

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Located in Buffalo, NY

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By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Big Bend, WI

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By La Maison London

Located in London, Park Royal

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Wood

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Located in Lisse, NL

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George Trollope & Sons fireplace & room, Paris Exhibition 1878 Gold Medal Winner
George Trollope & Sons fireplace & room, Paris Exhibition 1878 Gold Medal Winner

George Trollope & Sons fireplace & room, Paris Exhibition 1878 Gold Medal Winner

Located in London, GB

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1870s Antique French Tantalus

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Marble

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$198,500 / set

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By Fabergé

Located in New Orleans, LA

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19th Century Russian Antique French Tantalus

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Silver

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By Asprey International Limited, Garrard & Co. Ltd.

Located in London, GB

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Located in New Orleans, LA

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Rare and Exceptional 'Gilda' Circle Sofa in Velvet by Michel Ducaroy, 1972

By Ligne Roset, Michel Ducaroy

Located in Echt, NL

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Marble, Sterling Silver

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Antique French Tantalus For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic antique French tantalus available at 1stDibs. An antique French tantalus — often made from metal, glass and bronze — can elevate any home. An antique French tantalus is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Empire and Neoclassical styles are sought with frequency.

How Much is a Antique French Tantalus?

The average selling price for an antique French tantalus at 1stDibs is $5,466, while they’re typically $2,500 on the low end and $9,000 for the highest priced.

Finding the Right Dining-entertaining for You

Your dining room table is a place where stories are shared and personalities shine — why not treat yourself and your guests to the finest antique and vintage glass, silver, ceramics and serveware for your meals?

Just like the people who sit around your table, your serveware has its own stories and will help you create new memories with your friends and loved ones. From ceramic pottery to glass vases, set your table with serving pieces that add even more personality, color and texture to your dining experience.

Invite serveware from around the world to join your table settings. For special occasions, dress up your plates with a striking Imari charger from 19th-century Japan or incorporate Richard Ginori’s Italian porcelain plates into your dining experience. Celebrate the English ritual of afternoon tea with a Japanese tea set and an antique Victorian kettle. No matter how big or small your dining area is, there is room for the stories of many cultures and varied histories, and there are plenty of ways to add pizzazz to your meals.

Add different textures and colors to your table with dinner plates and pitchers of ceramic and silver or a porcelain lidded tureen, a serving dish with side handles that is often used for soups. Although porcelain and ceramic are both made in a kiln, porcelain is made with more refined clay and is more durable than ceramic because it is denser. The latter is ideal for statement pieces — your tall mid-century modern ceramic vase is a guaranteed conversation starter. And while your earthenware or stoneware is maybe better suited to everyday lunches as opposed to the fine bone china you’ve reserved for a holiday meal, handcrafted studio pottery coffee mugs can still be a rich expression of your personal style.

“My motto is ‘Have fun with it,’” says author and celebrated hostess Stephanie Booth Shafran. “It’s yin and yang, high and low, Crate & Barrel with Christofle silver. I like to mix it up — sometimes in the dining room, sometimes on the kitchen banquette, sometimes in the loggia. It transports your guests and makes them feel more comfortable and relaxed.”

Introduce elegance at supper with silver, such as a platter from celebrated Massachusetts silversmith manufacturer Reed and Barton or a regal copper-finish flatware set designed by International Silver Company, another New England company that was incorporated in Meriden, Connecticut, in 1898. By then, Meriden had already earned the nickname “Silver City” for its position as a major hub of silver manufacturing.

At the bar, try a vintage wine cooler to keep bottles cool before serving or an Art Deco decanter and whiskey set for after-dinner drinks — there are many possibilities and no wrong answers for tableware, barware and serveware. Explore an expansive collection of antique and vintage glass, ceramics, silver and serveware today on 1stDibs.