Burl Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Marvelous large serving tray made in a charming combination of tortoiseshell-effect lucite and burl wood. This incredibly stylish and rare piece was produced in Italy during the 1970...

Spectacular mid-century large serving tray in birch burl and chromed metal. This incredibly charming and unique piece was designed by Tommaso Barbi in Italy during the 1970s, the tra...

Create an elegant bar area with this complete antique "Cave à Liqueur"! Created in France, circa 1870, the elegant tantalus set features a beautifully crafted wooden box with intric...

A visually striking Napoleon III Second Empire Period (1852-1870) burled amboyna French cave à liqueur & decanter service set. Mid-19th century, France, almost certainly Parisian work, a highly decorative object of practical use as well as beauty, fine quality craftsmanship, detailing and luxurious materials, featuring a breakfront wooden case with canted corners, executed in rare and exotic mottled burl amboyna, precious kingwood, walnut cross-banding, intricate mother-of-pearl, abalone, ebony, kingwood and more checkered string banded inlays, accented with fiolate incised brass trim; having a safety hinged mechanism lift top and front panel, flanked by a pair of hinged swing out door panels, all opening to reveal a stunning interior finished in dark rich violet purpleheart, housing a removable serving tray with ornate gilt-bronze ormolu handled cradle, fitted with fine quality glassware set attributed to the celebrated crystal maker and luxury house Baccarat, comprised of four etched and cut glass decanters in Neoclassical meandering Greek key pattern, with stoppers, and twelve stemmed cordial drinking glasses. circa 1860s Please note, one stopper is the correct matching pattern but it sits low in the decanter. Dimensions: (approx) Closed: 11.75" High, 13.5" Wide, 11" Deep; Open: 19" High, 25.5" Wide, 13" Deep 14lbs total **Additional photos available upon request** CONDITION REPORT: Overall a wonderful example, in good antique condition with nicely aged warm rich patina. Attractive appearance, sturdy, stable, structurally sound. Retaining original antique character and charm throughout, wear consistent with 160 years of age and use, including age related separation split to top, possibe evidence of old restorations or fill, typical minor nicks, scuffs, scratches, minor losses, typical wear. The glassware is in original antique condition, with expected wear but no signs of damage, cracks or chips. One stopper sitting low in decanter. Delivered cleaned, waxed, ready for use! Perfectly imperfect, it's easy to find beauty in the flaws, this set pesents well, with nothing that detracts from the display or functionality but only adds to the distinctive wabi-sabi character, charm, sophisticated elegance, warmth, classic refinement, and rich historical depth that can only be acquired over very long periods of time! Keywords: After dinner dessert liqueur service set tantalus bar...

A burl walnut liqueur cabinet, Cave à Liqueur". Containing 4 carafes and 12 glasses. The cabnet is made of walnut with burl walnut veneer, ornate with brass rims. Made in England, 18...

Very nice rectangular burl box containing three crystal carafes. Two small retractable bronze side handles allow the box to be moved. The carafes are in perfect condition. For coll...

Create an elegant bar area with this complete antique liquor box. Created in France circa 1870, and rectangular in shape with serpentine front, the Tantalus stands on small round fee...

A burl wood and Chrome ashtray dish designed by Tommaso Barbi in the 1970s. This original design by Barbi was made in Italy. While it was designed to be an ashtray, it can be used as...

A set of six burled maple nesting bowls by craftsman Mike Mahoney.

A Beautiful 19th century Continental Rosewood and Amboyna Inlaid Tantalus revealing three cut glass decanters with silver trims & lids. Decanters Are Revealed Inside Via a Silver-Pl...

Handsome Mid-Century Modern burl wood and metal ice bucket with handles. Italy, 1960s. This ice bucket is comprised by a cylindrical container with lid, covered with burl wood and lucite and ring handles at both sides. It has accents in brass. This sexy ice bucket will be a nice addition to your dinning table, cocktail stand...

Massive Bowl - dramatic in size with a glorious patina. Has dark markings in a couple ares / shown in image.