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

$1,100
£835.26
€955.18
CA$1,536.86
A$1,709.32
CHF 892.56
MX$20,800.65
NOK 11,399.30
SEK 10,690.53
DKK 7,128.86
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About the Item

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 decorated with a pierced rim. The set dressed with a large rope form handle, features a pair of blue glass carafes with stoppers embellished with floral and leaf motifs, and eight matching cobalt glass cordials. The complete cave a liqueur set is in excellent condition with a rich walnut patina. A wonderful Father's day present! Measures: 10.5" W x 7" D x 11" H.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 11 in (27.94 cm)Width: 10.5 in (26.67 cm)Depth: 7 in (17.78 cm)
  • Style:
    Napoleon III (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1880
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Dallas, TX
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 222-1771stDibs: LU951228299682

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