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Victorian Single Bottle Oak Cased Tantalus
Sturmans Antiques
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Sturmans Antiques

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Victorian Single Bottle Oak Cased Tantalus

19th century
Description

A Victorian solid oak single bottle tantalus with silver plated fittings and cut crystal decanter c.1890. The oak case with shaped sides and moulded top rail. Hinged locking fall front for securing the decanter in place. Silver plated carrying handle to the top and complementing silver plated fittings to the case work. The hobnail cut crystal decanters with matching stopper in perfect condition. Presented in excellent condition with a rich polish along with a working lock and key. Keep up to date via Instagram - sturmansantiques. Measures 6" wide x 5.5" deep x 12.5" high.

Postage and packing cost (tracked and insured) for this item is £14.00 for mainland UK. Please contact us for delivery abroad.

Physical Dimensions
Height
32cm (12.60")
Width
15cm (5.91")
Depth
14cm (5.51")
Declaration

Sturmans Antiques has dated this Victorian Oak Single Tantalus to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1177792
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Stock number 42234
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Description
A Victorian solid oak single bottle tantalus with silver plated fittings and cut crystal decanter c.1890. The oak case with shaped sides and moulded top rail. Hinged locking fall front for securing the decanter in place. Silver plated carrying handle to the top and complementing silver plated fittings to the case work. The hobnail cut crystal decanters with matching stopper in perfect condition. Presented in excellent condition with a rich polish along with a working lock and key. Keep up to date via Instagram - sturmansantiques. Measures 6" wide x 5.5" deep x 12.5" high.

Postage and packing cost (tracked and insured) for this item is £14.00 for mainland UK. Please contact us for delivery abroad.

Height
32cm (12.60")
Width
15cm (5.91")
Depth
14cm (5.51")
Date of Manufacture

Sturmans Antiques has dated this Victorian Oak Single Tantalus to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1177792
Dealers Internal Ref
Stock number 42234
Sturmans Antiques
Sturmans Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Sep 2012

Specialists in antique walnut & oak furniture, upholstered chairs, globes, boxes & tantaluses, clocks & barometers, old moorcroft & silver

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Sturmans Antiques is a registered member of LAPADA 

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Archive I Victorian oak single bottle tantalus with a square cut glass decanter, metal carrying handle, keyhole mechanism, and corner shield mounts.

Victorian Single Bottle Oak Cased Tantalus

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Victorian oak single bottle tantalus with a square cut glass decanter, metal carrying handle, keyhole mechanism, and corner shield mounts.
Victorian Single Bottle Oak Cased Tantalus
Ref: SA1177792
Victorian oak single bottle tantalus with a square cut glass decanter, metal carrying handle, keyhole mechanism, and corner shield mounts.
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FAQs

A tantalus is a wooden cabinet or frame containing decanters, featuring a lockable bar mechanism that prevents the decanters from being removed without a key while keeping the contents visible. Invented in the 19th century, it was designed to prevent servants or unauthorised individuals from drinking the spirit contents.

Victorian tantaluses were constructed from solid hardwoods such as oak, mahogany, or walnut, often accented with silver-plated or nickel mounts. The accompanying decanters were crafted from heavy cut glass or crystal, designed with matching glass stoppers.

Authentic period pieces feature hand-cut glass decanters, period joinery, and metal hardware showing natural oxidisation over time. They frequently incorporate working brass lever locks with original keys and metal shield mounts on the timber casing.

A Victorian tantalus serves as a focal point on a sideboard, drinks trolley, or home library shelf. Placing the oak wood and cut glass alongside modern glassware creates a layered, eclectic interior scheme.

Clean the oak frame using a soft cloth and apply beeswax polish periodically to protect the wood finish and prevent drying. Rinse the crystal decanter with lukewarm water and mild detergent, drying thoroughly to prevent water marks.
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