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A Late Victorian Period Oak Tantalus
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Christian Davies Antiques Ltd

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    Quality furniture particularly from the late victorian and edwardian period.
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A Late Victorian Period Oak Tantalus

19th century
Sold 27 November 2024 · Christian Davies Antiques Ltd
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A Late Victorian Period oak tantalus, having a finely carved case with silver plated handle and mounts, opening to reveal three cut glass decanters. English circa 1900. In excellent overall condition, one chip to one decanter neck as shown in pictures

Dimensions: 15" wide x 13" high x 5.5" deep

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Christian Davies Antiques Ltd has dated this Victorian Oak Tantalus to the Victorian era.

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A Late Victorian Period oak tantalus
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Description
A Late Victorian Period oak tantalus, having a finely carved case with silver plated handle and mounts, opening to reveal three cut glass decanters. English circa 1900. In excellent overall condition, one chip to one decanter neck as shown in pictures

Dimensions: 15" wide x 13" high x 5.5" deep

Date of Manufacture

Christian Davies Antiques Ltd has dated this Victorian Oak Tantalus to the Victorian era.

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SA1094180
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A Late Victorian Period oak tantalus
Christian Davies Antiques Ltd
Christian Davies Antiques Ltd
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2009

Quality furniture particularly from the late victorian and edwardian period.

Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Christian Davies Antiques Ltd Profile Page

Trade Associations

Christian Davies Antiques Ltd is a registered member of LAPADA  CINOA

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A Late Victorian Period Oak Tantalus

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Christian Davies Antiques Ltd

Christian Davies Antiques Ltd
Telephone 07774 991460
Location
The Calder Studio
Garden Village
Longsight Road
Clayton Le Dale
Blackburn
BB2 7JA
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/cdavies
Verified Since Jun 2009
Items For Sale 44
Items Sold 3,398
Christian Davies Antiques Ltd
Christian Davies Antiques Ltd
Verified Since Jun 2009
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Location: The Calder Studio, Garden Village, Longsight Road, Clayton Le Dale, Blackburn, BB2 7JA, United Kingdom
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A dark oak Victorian tantalus holds three cut glass decanters beneath a decorative metal carrying handle.
A Late Victorian Period oak tantalus
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A dark oak Victorian tantalus holds three cut glass decanters beneath a decorative metal carrying handle.
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  • ObjectDecorative Accessories
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian & Gothic
  • MaterialOak, Cut Crystal, Nickel-plated Brass
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsCarved foliate panels, Faceted crystal stoppers, Metal reinforcement brackets, Turned carry handle

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Originating in the Victorian era, the tantalus was designed as a secure holding frame for decanters, featuring a locking mechanism that prevented guests or domestic staff from accessing the spirits without a key, named after the mythical figure Tantalus.

Authentic period pieces were typically constructed from dense hardwoods such as oak, mahogany, or walnut, and fitted with cast metal hardware, plated brass handles, and heavy cut lead crystal decanters.

Authenticity is identified through period-appropriate construction methods, hand-cut crystal matching the era, patinated wood surfaces, and functional, original locking mechanisms featuring brass or plated steel components.

Placed upon a sideboard, home bar, or media console, a vintage tantalus serves as a focal point that introduces historical texture, tactile materials, and functional display to contemporary living spaces.

Maintain the timber by applying microcrystalline wax sparingly to preserve the finish, while washing cut crystal decanters with warm water and mild soap, avoiding harsh chemicals on both metal mounts and wood.
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