{"product_id":"antique-book-form-leather-tantalus-decanter-set-with-gilt-decorated-glassware","title":"Antique Book-Form Leather Tantalus \/ Decanter Set with Gilt-Decorated Glassware","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA highly decorative and whimsical antique tantalus set designed in the form of a leather-bound book, opening to reveal a fitted interior containing a decanter and matching cordial glasses. The exterior is crafted to resemble a finely bound volume, complete with raised spine bands and gilt-tooled detailing, evoking the appearance of an antique library piece.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe interior houses a clear glass decanter with a stopper, decorated with delicate gilt motifs, alongside a set of small drinking glasses with coordinating gilt banding. The compartments are neatly fitted, suggesting this was intended as a portable or displayable drinks set—often referred to as a tantalus or traveling liquor case. The hinged lid opens to reveal the set, combining novelty, craftsmanship, and function.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis type of piece was popular as a gentleman’s accessory or conversation object, blending the sophistication of fine bindings with the social ritual of spirits service. Its trompe-l'œil “book” form makes it especially appealing for display in libraries, studies, or bar settings.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"For the Louvre of Antiques LLC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49064652669183,"sku":null,"price":650.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0725\/8780\/4927\/files\/8F5BCF5B-1DDA-4200-95F7-72D70A8C8A95.png?v=1787258051","url":"https:\/\/forthelouvreofantiques.com\/es\/products\/antique-book-form-leather-tantalus-decanter-set-with-gilt-decorated-glassware","provider":"For the Louvre of Antiques LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}