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19th Century Napoleon III Cave / Liqueur
19th Century Napoleon III Cave / Liqueur

19th Century Napoleon III Cave / Liqueur

$5,700 / set

H 12 in W 11 in D 15 in

19th Century Napoleon III Cave / Liqueur

Located in Tarry Town, NY

19th Century Napoleon III engraved glass and gilt bronze metal cave a liqueur.

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Antique 1820s French Barware

Materials

Bronze

French Late 19th Century Napoleon III Cave À Liqueur
French Late 19th Century Napoleon III Cave À Liqueur

French Late 19th Century Napoleon III Cave À Liqueur

$4,200 / set

H 10.5 in W 12.5 in D 9.5 in

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.

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Antique Late 19th Century French Cabinets

Materials

Brass

Antique Napoleon III French Liquor Cellar/ Liqueur Box/ Glass Decanters / 1830
Antique Napoleon III French Liquor Cellar/ Liqueur Box/ Glass Decanters / 1830

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.

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Antique Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Barware

Materials

Metal, Brass

Antique Napoleon III French Liquor Cellar/ Liqueur Box/ Glass Decanters / 1830
Antique Napoleon III French Liquor Cellar/ Liqueur Box/ Glass Decanters / 1830

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.

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Antique Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Barware

Materials

Metal, Brass

19th Century Napoleon III Crystal Liqueur Cabinet ‘Cave À Liqueur’
19th Century Napoleon III Crystal Liqueur Cabinet ‘Cave À Liqueur’

19th Century Napoleon III Crystal Liqueur Cabinet ‘Cave À Liqueur’

Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant

Made in France, in the late Napoleon III period, 1860-1870 Dimensions case (closed): 26 (H) x 30 x 30 cm Dimensions carafe: 19 (H) x 7.5 x 7.5 cm Dimensions glass: 9 (H) x Ø 3.7...

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Antique 1860s French Napoleon III Barware

Materials

Crystal, Brass, Zinc

Original French Cave A Liqueur, Napoleon III Travel Bar, France Ca 1870/1880
Original French Cave A Liqueur, Napoleon III Travel Bar, France Ca 1870/1880

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...

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Antique 1870s French Napoleon III Cabinets

Materials

Brass, Bronze

French Napoleon III Period Ebonized Crystal Cave a Liqueur Service Set
French Napoleon III Period Ebonized Crystal Cave a Liqueur Service Set

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.

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Antique Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Barware

Materials

Crystal, Brass

19th Century Napoleon III Liquor Cabinet "Cave à Liqueur" with Crystal Interior
19th Century Napoleon III Liquor Cabinet "Cave à Liqueur" with Crystal Interior

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.

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Antique 1860s French Napoleon III Barware

Materials

Brass, Bronze

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.

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Antique Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Barware

Materials

Brass

19th Century French Napoleon III Gilt Bronze and Glass Complete "Cave à Liqueur"
19th Century French Napoleon III Gilt Bronze and Glass Complete "Cave à Liqueur"

19th Century French Napoleon III Gilt Bronze and Glass Complete "Cave à Liqueur"

Located in Dallas, TX

Each glass and bottle is beautifully embellished with hand painted engraved etching floral decor. The Napoleon III liquor cave is in excellent condition commensurate with age and use...

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Antique Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Barware

Materials

Crystal, Bronze

19th Century French Boulle / Napoleon III Liqueur Cave Box
19th Century French Boulle / Napoleon III Liqueur Cave Box

19th Century French Boulle / Napoleon III Liqueur Cave Box

Located in Vilnius, LT

Antique French liqueur cave box with inlaid brass and and tortoise shell marquetry decor, a lift top door and swing side doors, polished surface, bronze legs. Inside there is a wood...

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Antique Mid-19th Century French Dry Bars

Materials

Crystal, Bronze, Brass

Baccarat Cave à Liqueur
Baccarat Cave à Liqueur

Baccarat Cave à Liqueur

$24,850

H 17 in Dm 13.5 in

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.

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Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Barware

Materials

Crystal

19th Century French Napoleon III Period Drinks Box with Decanters and Glasses
19th Century French Napoleon III Period Drinks Box with Decanters and Glasses

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...

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Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Barware

Materials

Brass

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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Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Glass

Materials

Metal

Exquisite Baccarat "Elephant" 'Cave A Liquor' - Exposition Universelle 1878
Exquisite Baccarat "Elephant" 'Cave A Liquor' - Exposition Universelle 1878

Exquisite Baccarat "Elephant" 'Cave A Liquor' - Exposition Universelle 1878

By Cristalleries De Baccarat

Located in Long Island City, NY, NY

The Magnificent Baccarat Elephant Cave A Liquor: A Majestic Exploration of a Timeless Masterpiece from the Exposition Universelle of 1878.

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Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Barware

Materials

Crystal, Bronze, Ormolu

19th Century French André-Charles Boulle Style Cave à Liqueur
19th Century French André-Charles Boulle Style Cave à Liqueur

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...

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Antique Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Barware

Materials

Metal, Brass

19th Century French Cave à Liqueur - Marquetry Wood - Crystal Decanters and Glas
19th Century French Cave à Liqueur - Marquetry Wood - Crystal Decanters and Glas

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. The hinged lid is inlaid with the word Liqueurs in elegant script, surr...

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Antique 1870s French Napoleon III Barware

Materials

Crystal

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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Antique 19th Century French Barware

Materials

Bronze, Ormolu

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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Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Barware

Materials

Crystal, Brass

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19th Century French Napoleon III Cave a Liqueur
19th Century French Napoleon III Cave a Liqueur

19th Century French Napoleon III Cave a Liqueur

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H 10.25 in W 13 in D 9.5 in

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.  

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Antique Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Barware

Materials

Crystal

Elegant 19th Century , Napoleon III, Complete Crystal Liquor Cave.
Elegant 19th Century , Napoleon III, Complete Crystal Liquor Cave.

Elegant 19th Century , Napoleon III, Complete Crystal Liquor Cave.

Located in CANNES, FR

Elegant 19th Century Napoleon III, complete crystal liquor cave. The set consists of 4 crystal decanters and 13 crystal glasses in a removable rosewood and brass insert.

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Antique Late 19th Century European Napoleon III Crystal Serveware

Materials

Crystal

Cave à Liqueur in the Napoleon III Style
Cave à Liqueur in the Napoleon III Style

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...

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20th Century Barware

Materials

Crystal

19th Century Napoleon III Cave à Liqueurs, France
19th Century Napoleon III Cave à Liqueurs, France

19th Century Napoleon III Cave à Liqueurs, France

Located in Paris, FR

19th century Napoleon III Cave à liqueurs Case in blackened wood decorated with brass filets and a medallion and rosewood inside.

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Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Bottles

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Napoleon III Cave à Liqueur
Napoleon III Cave à Liqueur

Napoleon III Cave à Liqueur

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H 18 in W 10 in D 10 in

Napoleon III Cave à Liqueur

Located in Fayetteville, AR

Napoleon III liqueur caddy, c. 1848-1860. Spelter donkey with bronze reins and saddle is carrying two hand painted crystal barrels and twelve glasses.

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Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Crystal Serveware

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 Baccarat, Moser Glassworks

Located in Forney, TX

A stunning French Napoleon III Second Empire Period (1852-1870) Cave À Liqueur with assortment of fine quality hand blown cut crystal Baccarat and Moser glassware, consisting of four...

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Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Crystal Serveware

Materials

Crystal, Bronze, Ormolu

Napoleon III Period Cave a Liqueurs Drink Caddy Bronze Camel with Glass Barrel
Napoleon III Period Cave a Liqueurs Drink Caddy Bronze Camel with Glass Barrel

Napoleon III Period Cave a Liqueurs Drink Caddy Bronze Camel with Glass Barrel

Located in Fayetteville, AR

This Napoleon III cave a liqueurs or liqueur caddy was created in France, circa 1860 to elegantly serve liqueur at the dinner table.

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Antique 1860s French Napoleon III Barware

Materials

Bronze

19th Century Napoleon III Period Liqueur Caddy, Eight Glasses and Barrel
19th Century Napoleon III Period Liqueur Caddy, Eight Glasses and Barrel

19th Century Napoleon III Period Liqueur Caddy, Eight Glasses and Barrel

Located in Fayetteville, AR

This mid-19th century Napoleon III cave a liqueur or liqueur caddy features a robust, bronze bull standing proudly on a brass base.

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Antique Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Barware

Materials

Brass, Bronze

Napoleon III Camel Cave à Liqueur Caddy
Napoleon III Camel Cave à Liqueur Caddy

Napoleon III Camel Cave à Liqueur Caddy

Located in Fayetteville, AR

This rare Napoleon III gilt bronze cave à liqueurs or liquor caddy will make a stunning serving piece or can be enjoyed as a purely decorative object.

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Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Barware

Materials

Crystal, Bronze

Napoleon III-Style Cave à Liqueur Set
Napoleon III-Style Cave à Liqueur Set

Napoleon III-Style Cave à Liqueur Set

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H 16 in W 14.75 in D 14.75 in

Napoleon III-Style Cave à Liqueur Set

Located in New Orleans, LA

This charming Napoleon III-style cave à liqueur is crafted of stunning crystal and doré bronze.

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Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Barware

Materials

Crystal, Bronze, Ormolu

Napoleon III Marquetry Cave à Liqueurs or Tantalus
Napoleon III Marquetry Cave à Liqueurs or Tantalus

Napoleon III Marquetry Cave à Liqueurs or Tantalus

Located in Fayetteville, AR

This century 1860 Napoleon III marquetry cave à liqueurs or liqueur box has exotic wood, gilt bronze and mother-of-pearl inlay.

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Antique 19th Century European Napoleon III Barware

Materials

Crystal, Bronze

Napoleon III  Boulle Cave à Liqueurs
Napoleon III  Boulle Cave à Liqueurs

Napoleon III Boulle Cave à Liqueurs

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H 10.5 in W 12.5 in D 10 in

Napoleon III Boulle Cave à Liqueurs

Located in Montreal, QC

Tortoiseshell and bronze marquetry serpentine front on ebonized wood cellaret, opens top and sides to reveal a gilt bronze rack holding four decanters and ten(of original 16) footed...

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Antique 19th Century French Decorative Boxes

Materials

Bronze

Napoleon III Baccarat Crystal Boule Marquetry Cave à Liqueur, France
Napoleon III Baccarat Crystal Boule Marquetry Cave à Liqueur, France

Napoleon III Baccarat Crystal Boule Marquetry Cave à Liqueur, France

By Baccarat, André-Charles Boulle

Located in Paris, FR

Stunning boule marquetry with brass and tortoise shell with gorgeous baccarat crystal set of four bottles and 16 glasses. Very elegant Napoleon III work, 19th century, France, in an ...

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Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Dry Bars

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Napoleon III Doré Bronze Cave à Liqueur
Napoleon III Doré Bronze Cave à Liqueur

Napoleon III Doré Bronze Cave à Liqueur

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H 15.5 in W 13.75 in D 12 in

Napoleon III Doré Bronze Cave à Liqueur

Located in New Orleans, LA

Doré bronze accents lend a touch of luxury to this stunning Napoleon III crystal cave à liqueur. The lush design embodies the abundance of the Napoleon III style, bringing together e...

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Antique 19th Century French Rococo Revival Barware

Materials

Crystal, Bronze

Antique Cave à Liqueur Boulle Marquetry Bar Napoleon III, 19th Century
Antique Cave à Liqueur Boulle Marquetry Bar Napoleon III, 19th Century

Antique Cave à Liqueur Boulle Marquetry Bar Napoleon III, 19th Century

Located in London, GB

This is an exquisite antique French Napoleon III period walnut and boulle marquetry cave à liqueur, circa 1860 in date.

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Antique 1860s French Napoleon III Glass

Materials

Ormolu

Liquor Cabinet Cave a Liqueur Boulle Marquetry, Napoleon III France, 1865
Liquor Cabinet Cave a Liqueur Boulle Marquetry, Napoleon III France, 1865

Liquor Cabinet Cave a Liqueur Boulle Marquetry, Napoleon III France, 1865

By André-Charles Boulle, Baccarat

Located in Paris, FR

Napoleon III circa 1865. In excellent condition, totally restored by r specialists.

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Antique 1860s French Napoleon III Dry Bars

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Original French Cave A Liqueur, Napoleon III Travel Bar, Ca 1870/1880
Original French Cave A Liqueur, Napoleon III Travel Bar, Ca 1870/1880

Original French Cave A Liqueur, Napoleon III Travel Bar, 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...

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Antique 1870s French Napoleon III Cabinets

Materials

Brass, Bronze

French 'Cave À Liqueur' Napoléon III Travel Bar, Ca 1870/1880
French 'Cave À Liqueur' Napoléon III Travel Bar, Ca 1870/1880

French 'Cave À Liqueur' Napoléon III Travel Bar, Ca 1870/1880

Located in Vienna, AT

Wooden case, painted black, with brass inlays and coloured enamel painting, hinged lid and side panels, removable interior fittings with gold bronze handle, two-tier wooden rails on ...

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Antique 1870s French Napoleon III Cabinets

Materials

Brass, Bronze

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 wonderful example, the stunning antique Napoleon III bar cabinet, circa 1860, is incredibly detailed, elegant, sophisticated and will be the highlight of any area it is placed in.

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Antique Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Crystal Serveware

Materials

Crystal, Bronze

Napoleon III Marquetry Cave à Liqueurs or Tantalus with Gilt Bronze
Napoleon III Marquetry Cave à Liqueurs or Tantalus with Gilt Bronze

Napoleon III Marquetry Cave à Liqueurs or Tantalus with Gilt Bronze

Located in Fayetteville, AR

This Napoleon III marquetry cave à liqueurs or liqueur box has exotic wood, gilt bronze, and mother of pearl inlay, c. 1860.

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Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Barware

Materials

Crystal, Bronze, Gold

Cave a Liqueur Liquor Cabinet Boulle Marquetry Napoleon III, France, 1865
Cave a Liqueur Liquor Cabinet Boulle Marquetry Napoleon III, France, 1865

Cave a Liqueur Liquor Cabinet Boulle Marquetry Napoleon III, France, 1865

By Baccarat, André-Charles Boulle

Located in Paris, FR

Liquor cabinet, cave à liqueur in Boulle style Marquetry in brass, and a Baccarat crystal set presenting 4 carafe bottles and 16 glasses. comprenant 4 carafes et 16 verres. Napoleon ...

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Antique 1860s French Napoleon III Dry Bars

Materials

Crystal, Brass

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

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

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Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Dry Bars

Materials

Walnut

Cigar Box Cave Napoleon III in Boulle Brass Marquetry, France, 19th Century
Cigar Box Cave Napoleon III in Boulle Brass Marquetry, France, 19th Century

Cigar Box Cave Napoleon III in Boulle Brass Marquetry, France, 19th Century

Located in Paris, FR

Very elegant Napoleon III style cigar box cave, in boulle brass marquetry and brass and mahogany cartridge.

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Antique 1870s French Napoleon III Cigar Boxes and Humidors

Materials

Brass, Bronze

Liquor Cabinet Cave a Liqueur Boulle Marquetry, Napoleon III, France, 1865
Liquor Cabinet Cave a Liqueur Boulle Marquetry, Napoleon III, France, 1865

Liquor Cabinet Cave a Liqueur Boulle Marquetry, Napoleon III, France, 1865

By Baccarat, André-Charles Boulle

Located in Paris, FR

Liquor Cabinet Cave a liqueur in Boulle marquetry style in blackened pear wood and Brass and mither of pearl inlay, presenting 4 carafe bottles and 16 glasses. Napoleon 3, France, c...

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Antique 1860s French Napoleon III Dry Bars

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Big Liquor Cabinet Cave a Liqueur Napoleon III Baccarat, 19th Century
Big Liquor Cabinet Cave a Liqueur Napoleon III Baccarat, 19th Century

Big Liquor Cabinet Cave a Liqueur Napoleon III Baccarat, 19th Century

By Alphonse Tahan 1, Baccarat

Located in Paris, FR

Stunning big size liquor cabinet cave à liqueur in blackened wood richly and beautifully decorated in gilt bronze. It opens to a mahogany interior with gilt bronze handlers and a gor...

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Antique 1860s French Napoleon III Barware

Materials

Crystal, Bronze

Napoleon III Boulle Marquetry and Baccarat Crystal Cave a Liqueur, 19th Century
Napoleon III Boulle Marquetry and Baccarat Crystal Cave a Liqueur, 19th Century

Napoleon III Boulle Marquetry and Baccarat Crystal Cave a Liqueur, 19th Century

By Baccarat, André-Charles Boulle

Located in Paris, FR

Beautiful cave à liqueur cabinet in Boulle Marquetry style in brass with a beautiful full set of Baccarat crystal including Four crystal carafe bottles model constellation and 16 c...

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Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Cabinets

Materials

Crystal, Brass

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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Antique 1860s French Napoleon III Barware

Materials

Crystal, Bronze

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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Antique 1860s French Napoleon III Barware

Materials

Brass

Napoleon III Marquetry and Baccarat Liquor Cellar Cave a Liqueur, France 1864
Napoleon III Marquetry and Baccarat Liquor Cellar Cave a Liqueur, France 1864

Napoleon III Marquetry and Baccarat Liquor Cellar Cave a Liqueur, France 1864

Located in Paris, FR

And an incredible All Baccarat crystal inside, Harcourt model , with 4 carafes and 16 glasses. Napoleon III, France, circa 1864. Napoleon III circa 1865

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Antique 1860s French Napoleon III Barware

Materials

Crystal, Bronze, Copper, Pewter

Cave à Liqueur in Boulle Marquetry and  Baccarat Crystal, Napoleon III, France
Cave à Liqueur in Boulle Marquetry and  Baccarat Crystal, Napoleon III, France

Cave à Liqueur in Boulle Marquetry and Baccarat Crystal, Napoleon III, France

By Baccarat, André-Charles Boulle

Located in Paris, FR

The Inside part has a beautiful Baccarat crystal set, Harcourt model, composed by 4 carafes and 16 glasses. Napoleon III, circa 1860. Excellent condition, totally restored.  

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Antique 1860s French Napoleon III Dry Bars

Materials

Crystal, Brass

19th Century French Napoleon III Rosewood & Brass Inlaid Complete Cave a Liqueur
19th Century French Napoleon III Rosewood & Brass Inlaid Complete Cave a Liqueur

19th Century French Napoleon III Rosewood & Brass Inlaid Complete Cave a Liqueur

Located in Dallas, TX

The Classic Napoleon III bar essential is in excellent condition, complete, and adorns a rich patinated French polished finish throughout.

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Antique Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Barware

Materials

Brass

19th Century French Napoleon III Rosewood & Brass Inlaid Complete Cave a Liqueur
19th Century French Napoleon III Rosewood & Brass Inlaid Complete Cave a Liqueur

19th Century French Napoleon III Rosewood & Brass Inlaid Complete Cave a Liqueur

Located in Dallas, TX

Each glass and decanter is decorated with floral and foliage etched motifs. The Classic Napoleon III bar essential is in excellent condition, complete, and adorns a rich patinated Fr...

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Antique Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Barware

Materials

Brass

19th Century French Napoleon III Walnut Cave a Liqueur with Inlay Marquetry
19th Century French Napoleon III Walnut Cave a Liqueur with Inlay Marquetry

19th Century French Napoleon III Walnut Cave a Liqueur with Inlay Marquetry

Located in Dallas, TX

Create an elegant bar area with this antique fruitwood liquor box from France. Created circa 1870, the rectangular Tantalus sits on small round feet; it features a serpentine front a...

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Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Barware

Materials

Bronze

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

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

Located in Dallas, TX

Create an elegant bar area with this antique and complete fruitwood liquor box from France. Created circa 1870 and bowed on both sides, the rectangular Tantalus sits on round carved ...

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Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Barware

Materials

Brass

Cave a Liqueur in Brass Mother of Pearl Boulle Marquetry Napoleon III, France
Cave a Liqueur in Brass Mother of Pearl Boulle Marquetry Napoleon III, France

Cave a Liqueur in Brass Mother of Pearl Boulle Marquetry Napoleon III, France

By Baccarat, André-Charles Boulle

Located in Paris, FR

The Baccarat crystal, in Harcourt model set has 4 carafe bottles and 16 glasses. Napoleon III France, circa 1865. Entirely restored by our specialists.

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Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Dry Bars

Materials

Crystal, Brass

19th Century French Napoleon III Gilt Bronze and Glass Complete Cave à Liqueur
19th Century French Napoleon III Gilt Bronze and Glass Complete Cave à Liqueur

19th Century French Napoleon III Gilt Bronze and Glass Complete Cave à Liqueur

Located in Dallas, TX

Each glass and bottle is beautifully embellished with hand painted engraved etching floral decor. The Napoleon III liquor cave is in excellent condition commensurate with age and use...

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Antique Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Barware

Materials

Crystal, 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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Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Barware

Materials

Brass

19th Century French Napoleon III Gilt Brass and Glass Complete "Cave a Liqueur"
19th Century French Napoleon III Gilt Brass and Glass Complete "Cave a Liqueur"

19th Century French Napoleon III Gilt Brass and Glass Complete "Cave a Liqueur"

Located in Dallas, TX

Decorate a bar area with this elegant and colorful antique liquor cave. Created in France circa 1880, the bar essential sits on small scrolled feet over a serpentine and bombe base d...

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Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Barware

Materials

Brass

19th Century French Napoleon III Complete Cave a Liqueur with Mother-of-Pearl
19th Century French Napoleon III Complete Cave a Liqueur with Mother-of-Pearl

19th Century French Napoleon III Complete Cave a Liqueur with Mother-of-Pearl

Located in Dallas, TX

Create an elegant bar area with this antique liquor box from France, circa 1870. The container features 16 crystal glasses and four carafes. Each glass and bottle has unique, engrave...

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Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Barware

Materials

Crystal

Antique French Napoleon III Period Burlwood Box Cave a Liqueur Decanter Set
Antique French Napoleon III Period Burlwood Box Cave a Liqueur Decanter Set

Antique French Napoleon III Period Burlwood Box Cave a Liqueur Decanter Set

Located in Forney, TX

A visually striking Napoleon III Second Empire Period (1852-1870) burled amboyna French cave à liqueur & decanter service set.

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Antique Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Barware

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Crystal, Brass, Ormolu, Bronze

Baccarat Cave à Liqueur
Baccarat Cave à Liqueur

Baccarat Cave à Liqueur

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H 11.75 in W 18.25 in D 13.5 in

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.

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Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Barware

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Baccarat Crystal Cave à Liqueur
Baccarat Crystal Cave à Liqueur

Baccarat Crystal Cave à Liqueur

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Baccarat Crystal Cave à Liqueur

By Baccarat

Located in New Orleans, LA

The splendor of Baccarat crystal is on full display in this stunning Napoléon III-period cavé à liqueur. Its circular form is etched with a delicate grapevine motif, while exquisite ...

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Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Barware

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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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Antique 1850s French Napoleon III Glass

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Ormolu

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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Antique 1860s French Napoleon III Glass

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Rare Liquor Cellar Cave Cabinet in Boulle Marquetry and Baccarat Crystal
Rare Liquor Cellar Cave Cabinet in Boulle Marquetry and Baccarat Crystal

Rare Liquor Cellar Cave Cabinet in Boulle Marquetry and Baccarat Crystal

By André-Charles Boulle

Located in Paris, FR

Rare Napoleon III liquor cave, cave a liqueur in Boulle marquetry with 3 different rich materials in blackened pearwood, brass marquetry.

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Antique 1860s French Napoleon III Dry Bars

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Mid-19th Century French Boulle Baccarat Crystal Cave A Liqueur Set
Mid-19th Century French Boulle Baccarat Crystal Cave A Liqueur Set

Mid-19th Century French Boulle Baccarat Crystal Cave A Liqueur Set

Located in Forney, TX

A very fine quality Napoleon III Second Empire period (c.1852-1870) cave à liqueur.

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Antique Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Crystal Serveware

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19th Century French Bronze and Glass Complete Cave à Liqueurs
19th Century French Bronze and Glass Complete Cave à Liqueurs

19th Century French Bronze and Glass Complete Cave à Liqueurs

Located in Dallas, TX

Antique bronze and bevelled glass "cave à liqueurs" from France, circa 1850; with all four carafes and 16 glasses (one glass is chipped). Has the original key and this liquor box can...

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Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Barware

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Bronze

19th Century Complete Brass and Crystal Cave a Liqueur in Boulle Style, France
19th Century Complete Brass and Crystal Cave a Liqueur in Boulle Style, France

19th Century Complete Brass and Crystal Cave a Liqueur in Boulle Style, France

Located in Paris, FR

Lock signed by "Marechal 24 rue de Gravilliers Paris" Epoque Napoleon III circa 1870 Entirely restored by our special professionals.

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Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Decorative Boxes

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Rare Liquor Cellar Cave Cabinet in Boulle, Tortoiseshell and Baccarat Crystal
Rare Liquor Cellar Cave Cabinet in Boulle, Tortoiseshell and Baccarat Crystal

Rare Liquor Cellar Cave Cabinet in Boulle, Tortoiseshell and Baccarat Crystal

By André-Charles Boulle

Located in Paris, FR

Stunning brass and tortoiseshell liquor Cellar Boulle marquetry and patterns scrolls, foliage and tracery, inlaid on all sides. Complete gorgeous gilt crystal glassware set by Bacca...

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Antique 1860s French Napoleon III Dry Bars

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Unique Liquor Cellar Cave Cabinet in Boulle, Tortoiseshell and Baccarat Crystal
Unique Liquor Cellar Cave Cabinet in Boulle, Tortoiseshell and Baccarat Crystal

Unique Liquor Cellar Cave Cabinet in Boulle, Tortoiseshell and Baccarat Crystal

By André-Charles Boulle

Located in Paris, FR

Beautiful tortoiseshell and brass liquor cellar cabinet in boulle marquetry patterns scrolls, foliage and tracery, inlaid on all sides. Unique and gorgeous complete gilt glassware cr...

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Baccarat Gilt Bronze and Cut Glass Cave Liqueur
Baccarat Gilt Bronze and Cut Glass Cave Liqueur

Baccarat Gilt Bronze and Cut Glass Cave Liqueur

By Baccarat

Located in New Orleans, LA

A stunning Napoléon III-period cavé liqueur crafted of glorious Baccarat cut glass and doré bronze.

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Antique 19th Century French Greco Roman Barware

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Crystal, Bronze

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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Antique 1840s French Napoleon III Dry Bars

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Crystal

Napoleon III Cave à Liqueur
Napoleon III Cave à Liqueur

Napoleon III Cave à Liqueur

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H 11 in W 6 in D 3 in

Napoleon III Cave à Liqueur

Located in Fayetteville, AR

This Napoleon III cave à liqueur, or liquor caddy, features a Regule donkey with gilt bronze saddle carrying a hand painted crystal barrel with stopper and six hand painted glasses. ...

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Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Barware

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circa 1850 Napoleon III Cave à Liqueur with Mother of Pearl, Rosewood, and Brass
circa 1850 Napoleon III Cave à Liqueur with Mother of Pearl, Rosewood, and Brass

circa 1850 Napoleon III Cave à Liqueur with Mother of Pearl, Rosewood, and Brass

Located in Dallas, TX

To close, you must squeeze at the arm to release the movement. This period Napoleon III cave à liqueur is incredibly detailed and will be the highlight of any area it is placed in.

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Antique 1850s French Napoleon III Barware

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Crystal, Brass

19th Century French Napoleon III Cave a Liqueur Brass and Exotic Wood
19th Century French Napoleon III Cave a Liqueur Brass and Exotic Wood

19th Century French Napoleon III Cave a Liqueur Brass and Exotic Wood

Located in Labrit, Landes

Napoleon III brass exotic woods box cave à liqueur.

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Antique 1880s French Napoleon III Serving Pieces

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19th Century French Napoleon III Cave a Liqueur with Mother of Pearl Decor
19th Century French Napoleon III Cave a Liqueur with Mother of Pearl Decor

19th Century French Napoleon III Cave a Liqueur with Mother of Pearl Decor

Located in Dallas, TX

Create an elegant bar area with this antique and complete liquor box. Crafted in France, circa 1870, the rectangular cave has a beautiful mother of pearl inlay medallion on the front...

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Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Barware

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19th Century Cave à Liqueur - Napoleon III - Crystal & Marquetry - Complete Set
19th Century Cave à Liqueur - Napoleon III - Crystal & Marquetry - Complete Set

19th Century Cave à Liqueur - Napoleon III - Crystal & Marquetry - Complete Set

Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant

Exquisite French Napoleon III cave à liqueur featuring superb marquetry work in a warm blonde tone, adorned with elegant brass trim.

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Antique 1870s French Napoleon III Barware

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Brass

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Napoleon Iii Cave For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the napoleon iii cave you’re looking for. A napoleon iii cave — often made from metal, wood and crystal — can elevate any home. There are many kinds of the napoleon iii cave you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 19th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. A napoleon iii cave is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in styles are sought with frequency. Many designers have produced at least one well-made napoleon iii cave over the years, but those crafted by Baccarat and André-Charles Boulle are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

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The average selling price for a napoleon iii cave at 1stDibs is $2,862, while they’re typically $750 on the low end and $34,500 for the highest priced.

A Close Look at Napoleon-iii Furniture

Under Napoleon III’s rule, Paris underwent a great rebuilding overseen by Baron Georges-Eugène Haussmann, which created grand avenues and lavish landmarks like the Paris Opera. Antique Napoleon III–style furniture was flamboyant and eclectic. It was also known as Second Empire style since it followed and referenced the Empire style of his uncle Napoleon I.

Developing from 1852–70, Napoleon III furniture was plush and ornate, matching the fashion for masked balls and socializing in salons. It borrowed freely from earlier French styles including Louis XIV, Louis XV and Louis XVI as well as aesthetics from around the world, from antiquity to Asian art. As writer Gustave Claudin remarked in 1867, the country’s architects worked in “a style which one would be tempted to call neo-Greco-Gothico-Pompadour-Pompeian.”

Napoleon III chairs were completely covered with velvet and lined with tassels; pouf footstools invited people to put up their feet. Sofas were upholstered with tapestries, and beds were adorned with gilt bronze and theatrical canopies. The addition of conservatories to homes led to new indoor-outdoor furniture, while the spirit of hygiene promoted by Baron Haussmann inspired bright, floral motifs.

Although the most ostentatious designs were for the elite, as seen in the Napoleon III apartments preserved in the Louvre, where red velvet, gilding and chandeliers create a cacophony of luxury, these trends influenced homes across classes as manufacturing made design increasingly accessible. Papier-mâché furniture allowed for elaborate shapes that would have been difficult to carve in wood. The malleable material was painted with chinoiserie patterns and decorative designs. It was mass-produced by factories such as Jennens and Bettridge with varnishing and mother-of-pearl inlays creating an effect reminiscent of Asian lacquer. (Surfaces that had been “japanned” — a specialty of Jennens and Bettridge — were intended to resemble lacquer work that was created in East Asia.)

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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.

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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.

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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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