Walnut Barware

Gorgeous 19th century antique Ebonized wood Brass inlaid and crossbanded wih mother of pearls liqueur set with 4 decanters and 14 glasses Complete and in beautiful condition this 19t...

A magnificent large wine jug, wonderful quality made from a hefty piece of crystal beautifully hand-cut. The naturalistic handle is just lovely, the collar and lid smothered with ...

Antique early 20th century Edwardian silver plated locking Tantalus. The word “tantalize” comes from the plight of the mythological Tantalus, who so offended the gods that he was con...

This beautiful set of four apéritif/ liqueur glasses were realized in Sweden during the 19th Century. Each glass features sculptural striated curled feet that ascend into an amorphic...

Create an elegant bar area with this complete antique "Cave à Liqueur"! Created in France, circa 1870, the mahogany Tantalus features a complete set of 13 cut glass cordials...

This is an exquisite antique French Napoleon III birdseye maple Tantalus Cave a Liqueur, circa 1860 in date. It features brass inlaid decoration on the top and front with tulip wood banding. The hinged lid and the hinged sides open to reveal a lift-out stand fitted with four liquor decanters and stoppers and sixteen glasses. Complete with original working lock and key, it is an absolutely superb set which is sure to attract a lot of attention. Condition: In excellent condition, please see photos for confirmation of condition. Complete with 14 original glasses and 2 that have been added later. Dimensions in cm: Height 41 cm x Width 31 cm x Depth 23 cm Dimensions in inches: Height 1 foot, 4 inches x Width 1 foot x Depth 9 inches Tantalus is a type of liquor decanter in which the bottle stoppers are locked down tightly by a metal bar. This was to prevent the theft of the contents by servants. Like the name suggests, the decanters themselves are visible, drawing temptation while unattainable. A key is required for entry. The most common types of tantalus holds three bottles or decanters while there are also smaller types housing only two. There are many different forms of tantalus. Often the encasement has metal handles on both sides and ornately carved decor. 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...

French 19th century Louis Philippe Boulle cave a liqueur. Made of Tortoiseshell, brass, and ebonized Fruitwood. Inlaid floral elements on a Tortoiseshell ...

An exquisite French 'Cave à Liqueur', tantalus, or liqueur cellar, in delicate wood veneer and boule marquetry, with fitted interior and gilded cut glass decanters and glasses...

Large tantalus, hidden to appear as a stack of five books, its hinged lid opens to reveal the interior with a compartment dressed with a central liquor bottle and four old fashion gl...

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. Ad...

Presenting an exquisite antique French Tantalus liquor cabinet that transports you back to the elegance of the mid to late 1800s. This remarkab...

A Napoleon III wooden ebonised "Cave à liqueur" liquor cabinet with floral inlay of brass, copper and zinc. The cabinet contains four carafes and 16 glasses, all are antique. On the ...