Victorian Walnut Tantalus & Games Box

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Sturmans Antiques
Tel: 01969 667742

<p>A top quality Victorian walnut three bottle tantalus with games drawer and cigar compartment to the front in superb original condition c.1885. The dark veined walnut cabinet with original applied brass decorative fittings and carrying handles to each side. Three cut crystal hobnail design decanters to the rear with matching stoppers and mirror back set behind. The box in front of the tantalus, which is sucuring the decanters in place, has twin hinged doors to the top surface. The doors opening to release the decanters and reveal a fitted interior with adjustable divisions for holding glasses, cigars or further games. The base drawer to the front has a push release internal button with the drawer springing open to reveal a fully fitted interior complete with various gaming items, scorers and silver plated coin trays. Presented in excellent original condition with a working lock and key. Measures 13" wide x 1.75" deep x 12.5" high at the back. Stock number 42409.</p>