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Quality Antique Victorian Oak Tantalus and Games Box
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Quality Antique Victorian Oak Tantalus and Games Box

19th century
Sold 18 November 2024 · Unique Antiques by Emma Jade
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Quality antique Victorian oak tantalus and games box, having a quality oak tantalus with quality brass mounts and carrying handles to the sides, having a compartment with three square cut glass decanters above a compartment with fitted sections containing five original Victorian glasses and a compartment to the base with a games box.

Physical Dimensions
Height
30.5cm (12.01")
Width
34.5cm (13.58")
Depth
26.5cm (10.43")
Declaration

Unique Antiques by Emma Jade has dated this Victorian Oak Tantalus to the 1880s.

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SA1090999
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120
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Unique Antiques by Emma Jade

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Quality antique Victorian oak tantalus and games box, having a quality oak tantalus with quality brass mounts and carrying handles to the sides, having a compartment with three square cut glass decanters above a compartment with fitted sections containing five original Victorian glasses and a compartment to the base with a games box.
Height
30.5cm (12.01")
Width
34.5cm (13.58")
Depth
26.5cm (10.43")
Date of Manufacture

Unique Antiques by Emma Jade has dated this Victorian Oak Tantalus to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1090999
Dealers Internal Ref
120
Unique Antiques by Emma Jade
Unique Antiques by Emma Jade
Sellingantiques verified Since Oct 2021
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Unique Antiques by Emma Jade

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An antique Victorian oak tantalus and games box featuring brass corner brackets, drop handles, and three cut-crystal decanters.
Quality antique Victorian oak tantalus and games box
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An antique Victorian oak tantalus and games box featuring brass corner brackets, drop handles, and three cut-crystal decanters.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectDecorative Boxes & Tantaluses
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialOak, Brass, Cut Crystal
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsBrass corner brackets, Cut crystal decanters, Drop handles, Hinged compartment lid
  • SizeH 30.5 cm (12 in) x W 34.5 cm (14 in) x D 26.5 cm (10 in)

FAQs

A tantalus is a security beverage cabinet designed in the 19th century to hold decanters of spirits securely, preventing unauthorised access by domestic staff while displaying the contents. The locking bar traps the stoppers of the decanters, making them impossible to remove without the key.

These pieces were typically constructed from dense hardwoods such as oak or mahogany, frequently reinforced with cast brass corners, strapwork, and carrying handles. The interiors often incorporated fitted compartments lined with velvet or leather to house cut crystal decanters and gaming accessories.

Authentic pieces exhibit period-appropriate joinery, hand-cut dovetailing, patinated brass hardware with slot-head screws, and heavy lead-crystal decanters with hand-polished pontil marks. Makers marks on the locks, such as Betjemann Patent, further confirm historical authenticity.

Such decorative objects serve as functional statement pieces on sideboards, home bars, or office credenzas, adding textural contrast and historic character to modern or traditional rooms. They pair particularly well with dark woods, leather seating, and classic cocktail accessories.

Maintain the finish by dusting with a soft, dry cloth and applying microcrystalline wax sparingly to nourish the wood without leaving a sticky residue. Avoid using harsh chemical polishes on brass mounts or submerging vintage decanters in hot water, which can craze old crystal.
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