Rosewood Crystal Serveware

Presented is an exquisite French Napoleon III-period “Cave à Liqueur”, or tantalus, in rich rosewood. This elegant bar set opens by means of a hinged lid, inlaid with “Liqueurs” at top, to reveal a fitted interior, complete with its set of four cut glass decanters with stoppers and twelve matching cordial glasses. The glasses are etched with an intricate flower and leaf pattern, popular in the late 19th century. The fitted interior can be completely removed by way of a gilded acorn handle...

A period twenty piece French liquor cellar with Baccarat crystal attributed partial gilt glass barware, Paris, France, mid-19th century. The magnificent classical French Cave à Liqueur Set is of the finest master craftsman quality, richly decorated in exceptionally executed marquetry-work, profusely detailed shield design with elaborate ebony string banding and luxurious mother of pearl accents. Retaining the complete set of original glassware, attributed to French luxury icon Baccarat crystal, housed in a beautiful cabinet with a dome hinged lid and a pair of side opening doors, the entire front of the box features a undulating shaped front panel, which folds down while open, resting neatly above the case revealing a striking deep rosewood finished interior that acts as the perfect ground showcasing the removable tray with ornate gilded bronze handle, fitted with a quartet of fine quality cut crystal decanter tantalus at center, flanked by two carved tiers of drinking glasses, sixteen high quality gilt gold decorated cut crystal cordials glasses...

This detailed French cave à liqueur is from the middle of the 19th century. These boxes became popular around this time, and some beautiful examples were made for the growing bourgeo...

This stunning mid-19th century French Napoleon III period tantalus or liqueur caddy, is constructed of rosewood and mahogany. Its hinged lid features a diamond marquetry pattern formed by rosewood inlay outlined by bands of ebonized pear wood with mother-of-pearl stars at each intersecting point. Bronze detailing frames the lid, and bronze beading surrounds the top and lower edge of the box. The top lifts up and locks in place, and the front is hinged so the intricate marquetry work is displayed above the contents of the liqueur box. The sides are also hinged to allow for easier access to the interior. The lift out mahogany and bronze tray inside holds the original liqueur service comprised of sixteen Saint Louis crystal glasses...

French Art Deco modernist cookie or candy serving jar or large decorative box by Louis Prodhon. Beautiful rosewood veneer with black edging serving tray base...

Rare and important exceptional quality antique French inlaid and ebonized amboyna and rosewood cave a' liqueur Tantalus set with engraved brass and pearl...

An ebonized and hand-painted exterior opens to reveal a crystal service surrounded by polished rosewood. Four bottles with stoppers and seven glasses, late 19th-early 20th century.