Edwardian Wooden Tantalus Set with 3 Cut Crystal...

An exceptional and elegant early 20th-century wooden Tantalus decanter set. Crafted from rich mahogany wood featuring delicate geometric marquetry inlays and a central fan rosette. The set houses three heavy, hand-cut crystal decanters with original faceted globe stoppers, complete with silvered liquor label tags ("Whisky", "Cognac", "Porto"). The front features an engraved brass plaque marked "CHATEAU A CASSIS Sep.1912", which is a distinguished castle in Southern France, giving this piece fantastic historical charm and provenance appeal. Details & Dimensions . . Frame Material: Solid Hardwood (Mahogany) with Marquetry Inlays Hardware: Solid Brass top carry handle, front keyhole lock mechanism, and commemorative brass plaque Decanters: 3 Square-shaped heavy Cut Crystal Decanters (Diamond Cut pattern) with original faceted stoppers Accessories: Includes silver-plated/metal liquor neck tags . . Condition Report: In very good antique/vintage condition overall. The wooden frame is sturdy with a lovely deep aged patina and minor authentic surface marks. The crystal decanters display brilliant clarity with light flea-bites/small chips on the bottom of the stoppers and inner rim necks (typical for age and light use, invisible when stoppers are inserted). Please review images carefully for full visual details.

Estimate:£152.5

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