Zinc Barware

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...

The incredibly intricate brass inlay that embellishes the lid and front façade of this cave à liqueur is reminiscent of the technique utilized by Andre-Charles Boulle while hand-craf...

Apple Ice bucket, brass, Lucite, Spain, 1960s A highly decorative faux tortoiseshell, metal plated and aluminum ice bucket or wine cooler in the manner of Mauro Manetti. Use it in a ...

Originally used to serve cocktails on a yacht in the 1930's, this English Art Deco period silver plate bar service is supported by a green tinted wooden tray with silver handles on e...

Iconic ice bucket in the shape of an artichoke by italian designer Mauro Manetti, Florence Italy in silver guilt metal. Stamped at the bottom. It has the original liner which is in g...

A handsome and highly sought-after Champagne bucket designed by Luc Lanel for Chrsitofle, Paris. This "Vulcan" design was created by Luc Lanel for the transatlantic liner "Ile-de-...

Strawberry-shaped ice bucket signed by Mauro Manetti, made in Italy between 1960 and 1970. A rare model in silvered cast aluminum with a stainless steel interior. The lid, adorned wi...

A 20th Century English solid silver cocktail shaker with a polished, tapered round body. Inside the shaker, concealed beneath the strainer, is a built-in citrus juicer. Designed in t...

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

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 well as beauty, add a touch of sophisticated elegance and refinement to your next dinner party with this scarce antique cave à liqueur (petite liquour caddy), featuring an ebonized wooden box-form case inlaid with brass string banding, the locking case opens by turning the original key to release the latch lock mechanism then gently lifting the hinged top and front panel, revealing a richly figured mahogany fitted interior, housing a lovely assembled etched crystal liqueur service, including a pair of hand blown crystal decanters decorated in elegant flowing fiolate vine etchings with matching stoppers, accompanied by eight stemmed cordial drinking glasses with geometric etching patern; the folding panels can stay in the up/open position when in use or for display, or press the hinge mechanism to close the panels, then you can lock it and remove the key to secure the contents, the case is finished on all sides so it can be placed anywhere in the room, all raised on short turned feet. circa 1860 Dimensions: (approx) Closed: 10" High, 8.25" Wide, 7 7/8" Deep; Open: 15.25" High, 8.25" Wide, 10" Deep; 5.5lbs Total **Additional photos available upon request** CONDITION REPORT: Good antique condition with nicely aged warm worn patina and desirable unrestored original finish. Wear consistent with 160 years of age, use, handling and exposure, including retaining antique character marks and charm throughout, worn distressed original ebony finish, with scattered nicks, scuffs, scratches, rough spots and very minor chippy paint losses. The imperfections not noticeable in most lighting or at most angles, however we went way out of our way to make sure to capture the flaws in the photos to try and be as transparent and upfront as possible. Please be sure to inspect all the photos. Overall a wonderful assembled set, sturdy, stable, structurally sound, all crystal intact with typical wear but no cracks or damage. Overall a wonderful example, with nothing that detracts from the aesthetics or functionality but only adds to the sophisticated elegance, warmth, antique character, classic refinement, and rich historical depth that can only be acquired over very long periods of time! Keywords: cave a liqueur serving set tantalus bar...

An interesting German Jugendstil beer mug - stein - tankard - pitcher combining ornamental and figurative elements. Made ca. 1902 at Merckelbach & Wick in the heart of Westerwald, th...

This early twentieth century French Art Deco Period silver plate champagne bucket features concentric circles around the bottom. Two knob handles allow for easier carrying. The botto...