$24,850
Baccarat Cave à Liqueur
Located in New Orleans, LA
This striking and rare Napoleon III-period cave à liqueur is masterfully modeled to represent the Cirque d'Hiver, or Winter Circus.
Crystal
Baccarat Ormolu Cave à Liqueur
By Baccarat
Located in New Orleans, LA
This charming and rare 19th-century cave à liqueur by the renowned cristallerie Baccarat gets a unique twist thanks to its oriental design.
Bronze
Antique French liquer cellar, cabinet “Cave a liqueur”
Located in Delft, NL
Antique French liquer cellar, cabinet “Cave a liqueur” An antique French book-shaped lidded liquer cellar cabinet, also called “Cave a liqueur”.
Leather, Wood
French Leather Faux Book Stack Cave a Liqueur, Circa 1900
Located in Dallas, TX
More information coming soon… This stack of four faux books opens to reveal a cave a liqueur with two decanters and five aperitif glasses.
Metal, Brass
Baccarat Cave à Liqueur with Sèvres Porcelain
By Baccarat
Located in New Orleans, LA
Notable for its incredible marquetry case and beautifully embellished Baccarat crystal, this handsome 19th-century cave à liqueur consists of three decanters and 16 cordial glasses.
Crystal, Ormolu
French Late 19th Century Napoleon III Cave À Liqueur
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An elegant Napoleon III period Cave À Liqueur cabinet with burl wood case, inlaid brass and mother of pearl details.
Brass
19th Century French André-Charles Boulle Style Cave à Liqueur
By André-Charles Boulle
Located in Dallas, TX
A cave à liqueur is an ornate box that opens to reveal decanters of liquor and aperitif glasses; they were very popular during the reign of Napoleon III when our cave was crafted (ci...
Metal, Brass
Antique French Inlaid Brass, Tortoise, and Mother of Pearl Cave À Liqueur
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique French inlaid brass, Tortoise, and Mother of pearl cave À Liqueur with Baccarat crystal glassware.
Crystal, Brass
Cave a Liqueur with Chinoiserie Inlay Late 19th Century
Located in Tunbridge Wells, GB
Heading : Cave a Liqueur with chinoiserie lacquer Date : Late 19th century Period : Third Republic Origin : France Decoration : Cover with chinoiserie scene with classic fence pattern.
Ormolu
French 19th Century Louis Philippe Period Boulle Cave a Liqueur
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An exquisite French 19th century Louis Philippe period Tortoiseshell, brass, and ebonized Fruitwood Boulle cave a liqueur. The cave a liqueur is raised by elegant ebonized Fruitwood ...
Brass
Antique French Inlaid Kingswood, Gold Bronze & Crystal Cave à Liqueur, Ca. 1885
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique French Gold Bronze Mounted Inlaid Kingswood and Cut Crystal Cave à Liqueur, Circa 1885-1895. The inlay on this piece is a work of art.
Crystal, Bronze
Antique French Baccarat Crystal Cave À Liqueur in Satinwood Case circa 1885-1890
Located in New Orleans, LA
Superb antique French baccarat crystal and gold bronze Cave À Liqueur in fitted satinwood case, circa 1885-1890.
Crystal, Bronze
19th Century Napoleon III Crystal Liqueur Cabinet ‘Cave À Liqueur’
Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant
A French "Cave à Liqueur" liqueur cabinet with antique crystal carafes and glasses.
Crystal, Brass, Zinc
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...
Metal
Exquisite and Complete French 19th century Cave à Liqueur Drinks Box
Located in London, GB
An Exquisite and Complete French Ormolu-Mounted Cave à Liqueur The frame of gilded bronze with well cast and hand-chased details; the sides and top set with bevelled glass panels; s...
Ormolu
Antique French Exotic Wood Inlay & Baccarat Crystal Cave à Liqueur, Circa 1880.
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique French Exotic Wood Inlay, Baccarat Crystal and Ormolu Cave à Liqueur, Circa 1880. Open: 18 1/4" H x 20" W x 10 1/2" D Close: 11" H x 13 1/4" W x 10 1/2" D
Crystal, Ormolu
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.
Glass
19th C. Parquetry and Mahogany Cave À Liqueur, 6 Decorated Decanters, 2 Glasses
Located in Morristown, NJ
Mid 19th c., Austrian, cave à liqueur. A mahogany veneer case with mixed wood rope border inlay, opening to a fitted case with a red fabric lined interior.
Brass
French Napoleon III Period Ebonized Crystal Cave a Liqueur Service Set
Located in Forney, TX
A charming period Napoleon III Second Empire (1852-1870) brass accented ebonized wood and crystal French cave à liqueur. France, mid-19th century, an object of practical use as we...
Crystal, Brass
19th Century French Black Forest Walnut Cave à Liqueur with Gilt Crystal Service
Located in Dallas, TX
Both decorative and functional, this antique cave à liqueur showcases the craftsmanship and refinement associated with late 19th-century French entertaining traditions.
Glass, Walnut
19th Century French Black Forest Cave A Liqueur with Etched Glass Hunting Motifs
Located in Dallas, TX
The carvings of our Black Forest cave a liqueur are of the highest quality, matched by the exquisite etching of the glassware.
Glass, Wood
French 19th Century Belle Époque Period Baccarat Crystal Cave À Liqueur
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Belle Époque period ormolu and Baccarat crystal sixteen glass and four decanter Cave à Liqueur. This beautiful liquor set is raised by handsome paw feet with striking foliate designs.
Crystal, Ormolu
19th Century Napoleon III Liquor Cabinet "Cave à Liqueur" with Crystal Interior
Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant
A beautiful Napoleon III period "Cave à liqueur" liquor cabinet with inlaid brass en fruitwood veneer.
Brass, Bronze
19th Century French Cave à Liqueur - Marquetry Wood - Crystal Decanters and Glas
Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant
A refined 19th century French cave à liqueur, beautifully decorated with intricate marquetry in various woods.
Crystal
Original French Cave A Liqueur, Napoleon III Travel Bar, France Ca 1870/1880
Located in Vienna, AT
French 'Cave À Liqueur' Napoléon III Travel Bar, Ca 1870/1880: Wooden box, painted black on the outside with brass and wood inlays, stained mahogany on the inside, lid and side panel...
Brass, Bronze
19th Century French Napoleon III Gilt Bronze and Glass Complete "Cave à Liqueur"
Located in Dallas, TX
Create a bar area with this elegant antique cave à liqueur. Created in France circa 1870 and built of bronze with floral decor in each corner, the decorative liquor box stands on cur...
Crystal, Bronze
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.
Bronze, Ormolu
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.
Brass
Antique Victorian Black Forest Carved Wood & Glass Cave a Liqueur Tantalus Box
Located in Forney, TX
A rare antique Victorian Black Forest carved wood and glass cave a liqueur / tantalus cabinet set. circa 1880 Exquisitely hand-crafted in the late 19th century, Continental European...
Crystal, Bronze
Marble-Top Antique French 19th Century Cave a Liqueur
Located in New Orleans, LA
This liqueur chest opens up and has a mirrored interior. Unusual inlay. Lovely marquetry. Marble top.
Marble
Large French Gilt Bronze and Glass Cave a Liqueur, circa 1875
Located in New York, NY
The rectangular case with bevelled glass sides and top, flanked to each angle by a female caryatid. the mirror interior fitted with a gilt silver mounted removable glass tray holding...
Bronze
$5,700 / set
19th Century Napoleon III Cave / Liqueur
Located in Tarry Town, NY
19th Century Napoleon III engraved glass and gilt bronze metal cave a liqueur. The cave feature an hinged lobed lid opening to hinged front panels and a removable stand centered by f...
Bronze
19th Century Victorian Rosewood Liquor Cave with Crystal Decanters & Glassware
Located in Tarry Town, NY
This 19th century Victorian rosewood cave à liqueur is an elegant example of decorative and functional craftsmanship from the period.
Crystal, Brass
French Gilt Bronze Bamboo Form Liqueur Set With 16 Glasses, Circa 1890
Located in London, GB
A Cave a Liqueur in the Japonisme Manner Constructed of gilt bronze and glass, frosted and engraved; of lidded and lockable circular form, the glass cage enclosed in a 'bamboo' fram...
Ormolu
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.
Bronze
19th Century English Silver Plated Three-Carafe Bar Tantalus with Lock Mechanism
Located in Dallas, TX
Decorate your wet bar with this elegant cave à liqueur! Measure: 13" W x 5" D x 12" H.
Silver Plate
Antique Napoleon III French Liquor Cellar/ Liqueur Box/ Glass Decanters / 1830
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Exquisite Napoleon III cave à liqueur, crafted in France during the second quarter of the 19th century.
Metal, Brass
Antique Napoleon III French Liquor Cellar/ Liqueur Box/ Glass Decanters / 1830
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Exquisite Napoleon III cave à liqueur, crafted in France during the second quarter of the 19th century.
Metal, Brass
Gilt-Bronze and Cut-Glass Pagoda Decanter Set, Attributed to Baccarat
By Cristalleries De Baccarat
Located in Brighton, West Sussex
A Gilt-Bronze and Cut-Glass Pagoda Form Cave à Liqueur, Attributed to Baccarat. The shaped gilt bronze case finely cast with egg and dart moulding, acanthus fronds and musical tr...
Ormolu
$4,875Sale Price / set|25% Off
Black Forest Decanter Set in Carved Box with St Louis Crystal Decanters/Stems
Located in Houston, TX
This cave a liqueur set is truly special because the box is exquisitely Carved and has the original beveled glass.
Crystal
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.
Crystal, Brass
19th Century French Napoleon III Period Drinks Box with Decanters and Glasses
Located in London, GB
A Napoleon III Inlaid Cave à Liqueur A decorative and convivial object of the 19th century, the casket finely veneered with walnut, bois noirci, the bevelled glass sides and top wit...
Brass
Rare 1930s Art Deco Crystal and Solid Silver Globe Drinks Set
Located in London, GB
A Rare Art Deco Crystal Cave à Liqueur With hallmarked solid silver fittings, the crystal globe supported on a circular foot and stem, the lid opening to reveal the interior designe...
Crystal, Silver
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...
Bronze
French Mid-Century Crystal Globe Liquor Cabinet, Cut Glass & Gilt Brass, 1960s
By St. Louis Crystal
Located in Mérida, YU
A striking French mid-century crystal globe liquor cabinet, crafted circa 1955–1975, combining cut crystal and finely detailed gilt brass. This luxurious “cave à liqueur” presents a ...
Crystal, Brass
Black Forest “Cave de Liqueur” This is a wonderful piece of Craftsmanship
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Black Forest “Cave de Liqueur” This is a wonderful piece of Craftsmanship it is a Carved Tantalus or Cave de Liqueur with 4 Decanters and 16 Shot Glasses The cabinet has bevelled ...
Crystal
Vintage Novelty Ceramic Trompe-L’oeil Cave de Liqueur
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Vintage Novelty Ceramic Trompe-L’oeil Cave de Liqueur This is a wonderful piece of French Craftsmanship, the container is made with leather books, inside we have a complete cave of...
Leather
Fine Antique Venetian Salviati Enameled Blue Glass Stemmed Cordial Glass Set
By Antonio Salviati, Salviati
Located in Forney, TX
. --- finest quality Venetian glass art glass luxurious luxury drinkware glassware serveware barware liquor liqueur glasses after diner drink stemware drinking goblet small cup tumb...
Enamel
Unavailable|$7,850
French Crystal and Bronze Cave a Liqueur
Located in Natchez, MS
French bronze and crystal Cave a Liqueur. Seeming original interior fittings.
Bronze
Unavailable|$2,850
19th Century French Napoleon III Cave a Liqueur
Located in Round Top, TX
Gorgeous 19th century French Napoleon III cave à liqueur with Marquetry Boule. Includes four carafes and 16 glasses, all Baccarat crystal.
Crystal
Unavailable|$1,720 / set
Cave à Liqueur in the Napoleon III Style
Located in Blacksburg, VA
Cave à Liqueur in the Napoleon III Style. A table cellarette in a modern maroon leather case with a tan felt lining, two latched front doors, and housing a portable Napoleon III-styl...
Crystal
Unavailable|$5,128
19th Century French Gilt Bronze Drinks Case / Cave a Liqueur by Tahan
By Tahan Paris
Located in London, GB
An excellent quality 19th century French cave a Liqueur by the renowned French makers Tahan.
Crystal, Bronze
19th Century Black Forest Carved Wood Tantalus, Liquor Box, Cave a Liqueur
By Black Forest
Located in Firenze, IT
Exquisite carved black forest wood liquor box "Tantalus" from circa 1860 Very good original condition, with old woodworm holes which are typical for antique wood items (please see a...
Wood, Oak
Sold|$24,500
Baccarat Cave à Liqueur
By Baccarat
Located in New Orleans, LA
This Napoléon III-period cave à liqueur is a stunning creation by the legendary Cristalleries de Baccarat.
Crystal
Sold|$4,995
French Cave a' Liqueur
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
French Cave a' Liqueur with Inlay 12 3/4" Wide Closed (23" Wide Open) 9 3/4" High Closed (16 3/4" High Open) 9 1/2" Deep Closed (10" Deep Open)
Sold|$18,500
Doré Bronze Canopy Cave à Liqueur
Located in New Orleans, LA
This rare and stunning cave à liqueur is crafted of beautifully detailed doré́ bronze in the form of a canopy.
Crystal, Bronze
Sold|$12,500
Railway Truck Cave À Liqueur
Located in New Orleans, LA
A wonderful and rare cave à liqueur, or Gentleman's Liqueur in the form of a gilt and engraved railway truck.
Crystal, Gilt Metal, Gold Leaf
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.
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