19th Century Black Forest Carved Cave A Liqueur Set Tantalus Box

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A rare antique Victorian Black Forest carved wood and glass cave a liqueur / tantalus cabinet set. circa 1880

Exquisitely … Read more A rare antique Victorian Black Forest carved wood and glass cave a liqueur / tantalus cabinet set. circa 1880

Exquisitely hand-crafted in the late 19th century, Continental European, most likely German or Swiss, having a rectangular shaped case adorned with hand-carved pendants and incised detailing, beveled glass panels at sides and top, the hinged top and front lifting open to reveal a removable serving tray with ornate gilt bronze ormolu handle, surrounded by four hand-blown hourglass shaped decanter liquor bottles with stoppers, accompanied by eight stemmed glass cordials, the service tray fitted for sixteen cordials, over gadrooned base, rising on bracket feet.

Dimensions: (approx)
11.5" High, 15.5" Wide, 11.75" Deep, 17 lbs total

Detailed Condition Report:
Great original antique condition with beautifully aged warm rustic distressed patina. Lacking eight cordial glasses.
Retaining original antique character marks and rustic charm throughout, all wear consistent with age and indicative of use, including evidence of minor losses and old restorations to base molding, glass top with some surface scratches. Delivered cleaned, waxed, with hand rubbed polished French patina finish, ready for immediate use and generational enjoyment! See less