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Superb Quality Victorian Tantalus
Sturmans Antiques
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Sturmans Antiques

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

19th century
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A superior quality Victorian three bottle figured burr walnut and silver plated cased tantalus with original cut crystal decanters c.1900. The quality choice cut figured burr walnut case with shaped sides, silver plated locking bar with carry handle to the top and matching decorative silver plated mounts to the corners. The original decorative diamond design deep cut crystal decanters with matching stoppers in mint condition. Working catch and lock without key. Bears the makers mark for highly regarded maker Betjemann & Co, London along with a retailers label for Batty & Son, Manchester to the locking bar. One of the best we have retailed and presented in immaculate condition with a deep shine and original patina. Later hallmarked silver decanter labels shown included with the tantalus. Keep up to date via our Instagram channel - sturmansantiques.

Physical Dimensions
Height
32.5cm (12.80")
Width
40.5cm (15.94")
Depth
16.5cm (6.50")
Declaration

Sturmans Antiques has dated this Victorian Burr Walnut Tantalus to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1229114
Dealers Internal Reference
Stock number 43918
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Description
A superior quality Victorian three bottle figured burr walnut and silver plated cased tantalus with original cut crystal decanters c.1900.
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The quality choice cut figured burr walnut case with shaped sides, silver plated locking bar with carry handle to the top and matching decorative silver plated mounts to the corners.
Sturmans Antiques

The original decorative diamond design deep cut crystal decanters with matching stoppers in mint condition. Working catch and lock without key. Bears the makers mark for highly regarded maker Betjemann & Co, London along with a retailers label for Batty & Son, Manchester to the locking bar. One of the best we have retailed and presented in immaculate condition with a deep shine and original patina. Later hallmarked silver decanter labels shown included with the tantalus. Keep up to date via our Instagram channel - sturmansantiques.

Height
32.5cm (12.80")
Width
40.5cm (15.94")
Depth
16.5cm (6.50")
Date of Manufacture

Sturmans Antiques has dated this Victorian Burr Walnut Tantalus to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1229114
Dealers Internal Ref
Stock number 43918
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

Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Sturmans Antiques Profile Page

Trade Associations

Sturmans Antiques is a registered member of LAPADA 

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Archive I A Victorian burr walnut tantalus with a silver-plated handle and locking frame securing three cut glass decanters with silver labels.

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A Victorian burr walnut tantalus with a silver-plated handle and locking frame securing three cut glass decanters with silver labels.
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FAQs

A tantalus is a wooden cabinet or open frame containing glass decanters, constructed with a locking top mechanism that prevents the stoppers from being removed while leaving the liquid visible. Popularised in late 19th-century Britain, the name derives from the Greek mythological figure Tantalus, referencing the inability to access the drink inside.

Victorian tantalus frames were typically crafted from timber such as burr walnut, oak, or mahogany, embellished with nickel or silver-plated metal mountings. The set features heavy lead cut-glass or crystal decanters with fitted stoppers, often accompanied by silver-plated liquor labels.

Authentic period pieces feature hand-cut glass decanters with hand-ground stoppers that often display etched matching numbers corresponding to their decanter neck. Look for functioning period lock mechanisms, silver or nickel mounts with maker stampings, and original patina across high-figured timber veneers.

A Victorian tantalus serves as a decorative focal point when positioned on a dark wood sideboard, a home bar cart, or an office desk. Combine it with contemporary barware accessories or warm ambient lighting to highlight the cut-glass surfaces and polished wood grain.

Wash crystal decanters manually using lukewarm water and mild detergent, drying completely before re-inserting stoppers to prevent glass clouding. Dust the timber frame with a soft microfibre cloth and apply a natural beeswax polish occasionally to preserve the burr wood finish.
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