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Set of Etched Polo Player Bottles in Silver Tantalus C. 1930's

$1,800
£1,382.32
€1,584.12
CA$2,533.96
A$2,838.59
CHF 1,476.42
MX$34,624.94
NOK 18,796.78
SEK 17,724.03
DKK 11,823.47

About the Item

Vintage set of three frosted glass bottles held in a stainless steel rack (tantalus) with a handle at the top. Each bottle features a silver image of polo players in action. The designs depict players on horseback, swinging mallets, likely in the middle of a polo match. The Tantalus has an engraved inscription near the handle, commemorating Col. H. Gilhouser and is dated June 15, 1936. It is a collectible barware set designed for storing liquor.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 14.5 in (36.83 cm)Width: 11 in (27.94 cm)Depth: 3.5 in (8.89 cm)
  • Style:
    Art Deco (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1930's
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Los Angeles, CA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU842743543262

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