A tantalus is a locking wooden stand that secures decanters by trapping their glass stoppers beneath a metal bar. This design allowed hosts to display fine spirits while preventing unauthorised access by household staff. Most examples date from the Victorian and Edwardian periods, constructed in oak or mahogany with brass mounts and working locks. The bottles can only be removed once the locking arm is unlocked with a key.

How do I date an antique decanter?

Dating relies on the shape of the bottle, the depth and style of the glass cutting, and any associated metalwork. Georgian decanters often feature three rings on the neck and deep slice-cutting, while Edwardian versions frequently appear in fitted oak tantali. Silver-plated or sterling silver labels and mounts provide crucial clues through hallmarking stamps. Examining the pontil mark on the base of the glass also helps determine whether the piece was hand-blown in the nineteenth century.

What is a cave a liqueur?

A cave a liqueur is a portable French box or casket designed to hold a set of matching decanters and cordial glasses. These luxury items were popular during the nineteenth century under Napoleon III. The interiors feature velvet or silk-lined fitted compartments that cradle the glassware securely. They were used in formal drawing rooms for serving after-dinner liqueurs to guests.

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These antique liquor decanter pieces span Georgian glass to Edwardian tantali, offering a practical way to serve spirits on a sideboard.

William IV Solid Silver Decanter Label (Sherry) 1834

18th century

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William IV Solid Silver Decanter Label (Sherry) 1834

From Silver Antiques Online

£145

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Late Regency Cut Lead Crystal Decanter C1830

19th century

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Late Regency Cut Lead Crystal Decanter C1830

From Aramis Antiques

£135

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Antique Georgian Solid Silver Decanter Label

18th century

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Antique Georgian Solid Silver Decanter Label

From The Silver Cabinet

£110

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18th century

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An Excellent Set of 3 Georgian Silver Decanter Labels

From Andrew Cox Antiques

£310

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Victorian Coromandel & Brass Mounted Decanter Box

19th century

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Victorian Coromandel & Brass Mounted Decanter Box

From LTANTIQUES.CO.UK

£675

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Antique Pollard Oak Three Crystal Decanter Tantalus Dry Bar Humidor 19th C

19th century

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Antique Pollard Oak Three Crystal Decanter Tantalus Dry Bar Humidor 19th C

From Regent Antiques

£2,750

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Antique English Mary Gregory Glass and Sterling Silver Liquor / Whisky Flask 1922

1900 - 1920

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Antique English Mary Gregory Glass and Sterling Silver Liquor / Whisky Flask 1922

From Puckerings

£595

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C19th Cut Glass Unsweetened Gin Dispenser

19th century

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C19th Cut Glass Unsweetened Gin Dispenser

From I M Chaney Antique Furniture

£245

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19th century

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Antique Whiskey Decanter, English, Glass, Scotch, Barware, Victorian, Circa 1900

From London Fine Antiques

£595

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1900 - 1920

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Silver Plated Three Decanter Tantalus

From AJD Antiques

£1,200

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Listings feature decanters and spirit storage spanning the Georgian, Victorian, Edwardian, and Art Deco eras in glass, crystal, oak, mahogany, and silver plate.

19th century

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Crystal Decanter

From Carlton House Antiques

£350

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Antique Partner's Oak and Silver Plate Tantalus / Decanters Dated 1885

19th century

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Antique Partner's Oak and Silver Plate Tantalus / Decanters Dated 1885

From Puckerings

£1,895

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Heirloom Quality Three Bottle Decanter Box / Tantalus by Philip Ashberry C.1870

19th century

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Heirloom Quality Three Bottle Decanter Box / Tantalus by Philip Ashberry C.1870

From Puckerings

£3,300

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19th century

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Antique Victorian Quality Cut Glass Decanters & Original Silver Plated

From Unique Antiques by Emma Jade

£545

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1900 - 1920

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Antique Edwardian Quality Cut Glass Decanter

From London City Antiques

£225

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19th century

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Set of 4 Antique Spirit Bottles, English, Leather, Glass Decanter, Victorian

From London Fine Antiques

£595

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Antique Liquor Decanter

William IV Solid Silver Decanter Label (Sherry) 1834

Late Regency Cut Lead Crystal Decanter C1830

Antique Georgian Solid Silver Decanter Label

An Excellent Set of 3 Georgian Silver Decanter Labels

Victorian Coromandel & Brass Mounted Decanter Box

Antique Pollard Oak Three Crystal Decanter Tantalus Dry Bar Humidor 19th C

Antique English Mary Gregory Glass and Sterling Silver Liquor / Whisky Flask 1922

C19th Cut Glass Unsweetened Gin Dispenser

Antique Whiskey Decanter, English, Glass, Scotch, Barware, Victorian, Circa 1900

Silver Plated Three Decanter Tantalus

Crystal Decanter

Antique Partner's Oak and Silver Plate Tantalus / Decanters Dated 1885

Heirloom Quality Three Bottle Decanter Box / Tantalus by Philip Ashberry C.1870

Antique Victorian Quality Cut Glass Decanters & Original Silver Plated

Antique Edwardian Quality Cut Glass Decanter

Set of 4 Antique Spirit Bottles, English, Leather, Glass Decanter, Victorian

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