{"product_id":"antique-english-oak-three-bottle-tantalus-with-cut-crystal-decanters-sterling-silver-labels-original-key-c-1900-15-w-x-13-h-x-6-5-d","title":"Antique English Oak Three-Bottle Tantalus W\/ Cut Crystal Decanters, Sterling Silver Labels \u0026 Original Key, c.1900, 15” W x 13” H x 6.5” D","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA handsome antique English three-bottle tantalus dating to around the turn of the twentieth century, beautifully combining warm oak, silver-plated hardware, cut crystal, and sterling silver details.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe substantial oak frame holds three matching square-form cut crystal decanters, each finished with a large faceted crystal stopper. The bottles have a wonderfully architectural cut pattern that catches the light beautifully and gives the entire piece exceptional presence on a bar, library table, or collected sideboard.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach decanter is accompanied by an ornate \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003esterling silver liquor label\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e suspended from a silver chain and engraved \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrandy, Port, and Whisky\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. The elaborate shell and foliate borders add another layer of traditional English detail and contrast beautifully against the crystal.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe oak tantalus itself features decorative metal mounts, an arched carrying handle, and its original locking mechanism. The hardware is marked \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEPNS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, denoting electroplated nickel silver. Most importantly, the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eoriginal key is included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, allowing the locking mechanism to be enjoyed as originally intended.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTantalus sets were designed so that the decanters could remain visible while access to the spirits was controlled by the locking frame—making them both practical barware and wonderful examples of late-Victorian and Edwardian entertaining culture.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetails:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThree matching cut crystal decanters with faceted stoppers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSterling silver Brandy, Port \u0026amp; Whisky labels\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOak tantalus frame with EPNS silver-plated mounts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginal locking mechanism\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginal key included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approximately 15” W x 13” H to top of handle x 6.5” D\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Excellent antique condition with beautiful age-appropriate character to the oak and metalwork. Crystal presents beautifully. Light surface wear and patina are consistent with age and use. Please review photographs closely as they form part of the condition description.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is an especially decorative example with the added appeal of its \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ethree crystal decanters, sterling labels, and surviving original key\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e—a wonderful statement piece for an English-inspired bar or collected home.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Lillian Grey","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46123127046351,"sku":null,"price":695.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/8038\/8303\/files\/B0975312-D032-4F83-BED2-6CF7A9CDD627.jpg?v=1789414119","url":"https:\/\/www.shoplilliangrey.com\/products\/antique-english-oak-three-bottle-tantalus-with-cut-crystal-decanters-sterling-silver-labels-original-key-c-1900-15-w-x-13-h-x-6-5-d","provider":"Lillian Grey","version":"1.0","type":"link"}