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.

Pair of Edwardian Cut Glass Spirit Decanters – Circa 1905

1900 - 1920

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Pair of Edwardian Cut Glass Spirit Decanters – Circa 1905

From Kingsdown Antiques

£185

3+ MONTHS AGO

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Mid Century Silver & Enamel Whisky Decanter Label Birmingham 1954

1940 - 1960

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Mid Century Silver & Enamel Whisky Decanter Label Birmingham 1954

From Woodbridge Antiques

£120

3+ MONTHS AGO

silver

1920 - 1940

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Striking English Cut Crystal and Sterling Silver Art Deco Decanter - 1935

From Puckerings

£495

3+ MONTHS AGO

silver

18th century

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Rare 18th Century Mahogany Two Bottle Carrier

From Walton House Antiques

£1,895

3+ MONTHS AGO

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Late Victorian Sterling Silver Neck Betjemann Brothers Locking Decanter

1900 - 1920

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Late Victorian Sterling Silver Neck Betjemann Brothers Locking Decanter

From Piers Rankin Antique Silver

£320

3+ MONTHS AGO

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

19th century

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

From London Fine Antiques

£595

3+ MONTHS AGO

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Good and Large Three Decanter Tantalus Circa 1900

1900 - 1920

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Good and Large Three Decanter Tantalus Circa 1900

From Frank Craig Antiques

£950

3+ MONTHS AGO

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Antique Set of Four Crystal Decanters Early 20th Century

1900 - 1920

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Antique Set of Four Crystal Decanters Early 20th Century

From Regent Antiques

£350

3+ MONTHS AGO

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Antique Art Nouveau Decanter, German, Decorative, Spirit Ewer, Victorian, C.1900

19th century

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Antique Art Nouveau Decanter, German, Decorative, Spirit Ewer, Victorian, C.1900

From London Fine Antiques

£945

3+ MONTHS AGO

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Antique Victoran Coromandel Three Crystal Decanter Tantalus & Games Circa 1870

19th century

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Antique Victoran Coromandel Three Crystal Decanter Tantalus & Games Circa 1870

From Regent Antiques

£2,400

3+ MONTHS AGO

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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.

Decanters Contained in an Ornate Frame It Circa 1875

19th century

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Decanters Contained in an Ornate Frame It Circa 1875

From Frank Craig Antiques

£490

3+ MONTHS AGO

glass

1900 - 1920

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Antique Edwardian Quality Cut Glass Decanter

From London City Antiques

£225

3+ MONTHS AGO

glass

19th century

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A Charming Late 19th Century Enamel Painted Decanter

From Andrew Cox Antiques

£145

3+ MONTHS AGO

glass

19th century

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Pair Edwardian Cut Glass Decanters

From Carse Antiques

£195

3+ MONTHS AGO

glass

19th century

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Pair of Antique Cranberry Glass Decanters

From Rams Head Antiques

£225

3+ MONTHS AGO

glass

1920 - 1940

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Art Deco Enamel Decanter Set with 6 Matching Glasses, C1930

From Art Deco World

£795

3+ MONTHS AGO

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Antique Liquor Decanter

Pair of Edwardian Cut Glass Spirit Decanters – Circa 1905

Mid Century Silver & Enamel Whisky Decanter Label Birmingham 1954

Striking English Cut Crystal and Sterling Silver Art Deco Decanter - 1935

Rare 18th Century Mahogany Two Bottle Carrier

Late Victorian Sterling Silver Neck Betjemann Brothers Locking Decanter

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

Good and Large Three Decanter Tantalus Circa 1900

Antique Set of Four Crystal Decanters Early 20th Century

Antique Art Nouveau Decanter, German, Decorative, Spirit Ewer, Victorian, C.1900

Antique Victoran Coromandel Three Crystal Decanter Tantalus & Games Circa 1870

Decanters Contained in an Ornate Frame It Circa 1875

Antique Edwardian Quality Cut Glass Decanter

A Charming Late 19th Century Enamel Painted Decanter

Pair Edwardian Cut Glass Decanters

Pair of Antique Cranberry Glass Decanters

Art Deco Enamel Decanter Set with 6 Matching Glasses, C1930

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