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19th Century Black Forest Carved Tantalus

$7,000
£5,289.67
€6,108.27
CA$9,781.44
A$10,853.34
CHF 5,685.21
MX$133,091.03
NOK 72,313.92
SEK 68,261.26
DKK 45,553.20
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Heavily carved container with grape vines and grapes on sides and two game birds with strutting gobler as finial on top. Double hinged lids, two hinged side doors. Original key. Holds ten glasses and two cruets. The serving tray is removable. Came without glassware. Part of the Brienz Collection but not published. Period: circa 1890 Origin: Swiss Size: 10" x 13" x 15".   Family Owned & Operated Cisco’s Gallery deals in the rare, exceptional, and one-of-a-kind pieces that define the history of America and the Old West. Our pieces range from American Indian to Cowboy Western and include original items of everyday life, commerce, art, and warfare that tamed America’s frontier. Our 14,000 square foot gallery opened in 1996 in beautiful Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. Personal Service Cisco’s operates on old fashioned values – honesty and integrity, and all of our items are backed by our money back guarantee. We appreciate the opportunity to earn your business. Whether you desire assistance with a jewelry purchase, choosing a gift, identification, or even selling – we hope to be your trusted source.
  • Creator:
    Black Forest (Maker)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 15 in (38.1 cm)Width: 13 in (33.02 cm)Depth: 10 in (25.4 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1880
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Coeur d'Alene, ID
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: L24771stDibs: LU4019321738092

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