Betjemann Tantalus

., this rare and wonderful tantalus was patented by Netherlander cabinetmaker George Betjemann in 1881.

The frame is made of brass and lavishly covered in gold, made by the quality manufacturer Betjemann's and is marked Betjemann's Patent, London.

A smart late Victorian three bottle Tantalus with three cut crystal decanters in the ever-popular hobnail design. The frame is most unusual with a cast pierced or reticulated base...

This is a superb antique Victorian coromandel and silver plated three decanter Betjemann’s patent action tantalus, Circa 1870 in date.

The carry handle is beautifully engraved with scrollwork and blossoming flowers and engraved 'The Tantalus' to one side and 'Betjemann's Patent London' to the other.

Retailed by Fottorini and Sons, Bradford From our Tantalus collection, we are delighted to offer this Coromandel Turntable Tantalus by George Betjemann and Son.

Tantalus, the origin traces back to the 19th century in England when a German born cabinetmaker George Betjemann patented the Tantalus model in 1881 (UK Patent 58948).

Antique English cut crystal tantalus, circa 1880. Made by Betjemanns & Sons in London.

This is a superb antique Edwardian coromandel cased three decanter Betjemann’s patent tantalus, with sterling silver mounts, 1905 in date.

This is an amazing Tantalus in perfect conditions, signed in both sides, made in London in the late Victorian period.

Crystal and metal versions are also a beautiful option when choosing a tantalus. Tantalus derived its name from the story of the mythological Greek king, Tantalus, mortal son of Z...

An attractive Victorian "Betjemann" patent' silver plated three bottle tantalus set, with unique locking mechanism, fitted with three hand cut crystal hobnail and lozenge d...

This is a superb antique Victorian oak cased three decanter Betjemann’s patent tantalus , C1870 in date. It was skillfully crafted in oak with a stylish silver plated handle with ...

Antique English oak and silver 3 bottle crystal tantalus made by the Premier Name in Fine Makers, "Betjemann,", circa 1860-1870.

Betjemann & Sons had workshops at 34–42 Pentonville Road, London from the 1830s specialising in high quality Boxes for various uses and Decanter sets including the Tantalus.

The silver plated handle is stamped "Betjemann's Patent 32747 London" on one end and "The Tantalus" on the opposing end- this style of tantalus was patented by the poet Sir John Betj...

A beautiful Victorian silver plate mounted two bottle tantalus, the lock plate stamped by the renowned box makers Betjemann & Sons, and retailed by Weir & Sons of Grafton St, Dublin ...

The side of the top bracket is stamped Betjemann patent 38325, London and The Tantalus on the opposite side.

We don't know whether this tantalus was made by Betjemann and that Hamilton and Inches were the dealer, or, that this tantalus was made by Hamilton and Inches and that only the lock ...

Betjemann & Sons had workshops at 34–42 Pentonville Road, London from the 1830s specialising in high quality Boxes for various uses and Decanter sets including the Tantalus.

First patented in England by the German cabinet maker George Betjemann in 1881, the tantalus originated as a lockable storage case that allowed one's finest liquors to remain on disp...

George Betjemann & Sons, Pentonville Road London George Betjemann (1798-1886), the great grandfather of Sir John Betjemann, the Poet Laureate and broadcaster, was apprenticed to G...

Miniature Betjemann Tantalus veneered in exotic coromandel with beautiful boxwood marquetry and silver-plate corner supports.

Antique Betjemann Tantalus has silver plated corner brackets, lock mechanism and sturdy carry handle.

Superlative tantalus set by "The Betjemanns" of London, dating to the late 19th century.

A 19th century Victorian Betjemann's Patent coromandel wood and Birdseye maple three bottle tantalus.

Betjemann Tantalus veneered in exotic Coromandel with silver plate handle and corner brackets.

Art Deco 1920s Betjemanns Silver Plate Oak Tantalus with three full cut hobnail glass decanters, faceted stoppers & star-cut bases, all housed in this Art Deco Oak frame.

Bronze engraved and gilded miniature Tantalus by Betjemann. With three hobnail cut-glass bottles with faceted stoppers.

This fabulous Betjemanns Tantalus comes complete with a fully working lock and tasselled key.

Unusual Art Deco Betjemann Tantalus veneered in exotic Macassar ebony with silver plated handle, housing three beautifully shaped cut-glass decanters with star cut bases.

Betjemann Tantalus with silver plate handle and corner brackets, veneered in stunning Coromandel retailed by Mappin Brothers, London.

Miniature Betjemann Tantalus veneered in exotic Calamander with ornate silver plated corner supports.

Oak Betjemann's Tantalus. Featuring ornate brass corner supports, carry handle and escutcheon.

Rare Betjemann tantalus with silver plate handle and corner brackets, veneered in stunning Coromandel enhanced with beautiful symmetrical marquetry.

Silver-mounted Macassar tantalus, with a patent mark of George Betjemann & Sons, London circa 1925-1930.

The carrying handle is stamped with the following: "Betjemanns Patent London 24345" "The Tantalus" More information on Tantaluses can be found on our history page.

All silver is hallmarked, London by the Betjemann Brothers (John George Betjemann & Ernest Edward Betjemann.)

The carrying handle is stamped with the following: "Betjemanns Patent London 17880" " The Tantalus"

Betjemann's patent oak tantalus An early 20th century oak framed Betjemann's patent "The Tantalus".

Coromandel Tantalus by George Betjemann & Sons. The Tantalus has a silver plated carrying handle and sterling silver decorative corners supports on all four sides which is rarely see...

Great for the bar, and a bit of history to boot.

Two bottle Betjemann Coromandel Tantalus with silver plate carry handle with matching decorative corner supports.

Miniature Betjemann's Coromandel Tantalus with engraved silver plated carrying handle and silver plated decorative corners supports on all four sides.

Miniature Betjemanns Walnut Tantalus. The miniature Tantalus has a silver plated carrying handle and decorative corners supports on all four sides.

Two bottle Betjemann oak tantalus with silver plated swing carry handle with matching decorative corner supports.

Rare Betjemann miniature three bottle tantalus. Exotic coromandel wood and cut glass bottles.

Betjemann feathered walnut Tantalus with silver plate handle, housing three beautifully shaped lead crystal cut glass decanters with star cut bases.

The carrying handle is stamped with the following: "Betjemanns Patent 34412 London" "The Tantalus" This antique coromandel tantalus comes with a fully working lock and tasselled ...

The handle is marked with: The Tantalus, Betjemann's Patent 39577 London. The Tantalus frame is made from solid english walnut and contains three unusual fabulous lead crystal cut ...

"The Tantalus Betjemann's Patent 46043 London" stamped locking handle with the original three gorgeous and intact cut crystal decanters and their stoppers resting in a crotch mahogan...