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Stunning Quality Antique Victorian Carved Oak Tantalus
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Stunning Quality Antique Victorian Carved Oak Tantalus

19th century
Sold 12 May 2026 · Unique Antiques by Emma Jade
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Stunning quality antique Victorian carved oak tantalus, having three quality cut glass decanters with the original stoppers, in an oak frame with silver plated mounts and a silver plated carrying handle to the top.

Physical Dimensions
Height
34cm (13.39")
Width
36cm (14.17")
Depth
28cm (11.02")
Declaration

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

Reference Numbers
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SA1186611
Dealers Internal Reference
1609
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Unique Antiques by Emma Jade

Description
Stunning quality antique Victorian carved oak tantalus, having three quality cut glass decanters with the original stoppers, in an oak frame with silver plated mounts and a silver plated carrying handle to the top.
Height
34cm (13.39")
Width
36cm (14.17")
Depth
28cm (11.02")
Date of Manufacture

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

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1186611
Dealers Internal Ref
1609
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 containing three cut-glass decanters with a locking brass handle mechanism.
Stunning quality antique Victorian carved oak tantalus
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An antique Victorian oak tantalus containing three cut-glass decanters with a locking brass handle mechanism.
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  • ObjectBarware & Decanters
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian & Gothic
  • MaterialOak, Glass, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsCarved leaf ornamentation, Faceted crystal stoppers, Locking metal mechanism
  • SizeH 34 cm (13 in) x W 36 cm (14 in) x D 28 cm (11 in)

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A tantalus is a locking cabinet designed to hold decanters of spirits, first appearing in the Victorian era. It was named after the mythological figure Tantalus because the contents were visible behind a security bar yet out of reach without the key, preventing unauthorised access by servants or guests.

Authentic period tantalus units typically feature solid hardwoods such as oak, walnut, or mahogany, often accented with cast brass or nickel-plated brass mountings and locking mechanisms. The accompanying decanters are usually heavy-lead cut crystal with faceted stoppers.

Authenticity is indicated by heavy construction timber, hand-cut dovetail joints where applicable, functional mechanical locking bars operated by working keys, and hand-blown or heavy-moulded cut glass decanters that fit precisely into individual wooden recesses.

Positioning the piece on a sideboard, home bar, or within a study brings a layer of historical interest and textural contrast. It pairs well with both traditional dark wood furniture and modern minimalist surfaces to create a focal point.

Maintain the wood by occasionally applying a microcrystalline wax to nourish the grain, avoiding direct sunlight and moisture. Clean the crystal decanters with warm water and mild detergent, ensuring stoppers are stored slightly ajar if moist.
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