Antique English Oak Tantalus
Antique English Oak Tantalus
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Antique English Oak Cased 3 Bottle Tantalus with Key
Antique English Oak Cased 3 Bottle Tantalus with Key
14"w x 5"d x 13.5"h
14"w x 5"d x 13.5"h
The tantalus was invented in the mid-19th century and named after the Greek mythological figure Tantalus, who was eternally punished by having food and drink just out of reach. Similarly, a tantalus acts as a decorative liquor cabinet, allowing contents to be visible but inaccessible without the key. They were popular in Victorian and Edwardian England, reflecting the Victorian emphasis on temperance and control.
The tantalus was invented in the mid-19th century and named after the Greek mythological figure Tantalus, who was eternally punished by having food and drink just out of reach. Similarly, a tantalus acts as a decorative liquor cabinet, allowing contents to be visible but inaccessible without the key. They were popular in Victorian and Edwardian England, reflecting the Victorian emphasis on temperance and control.
19th Century
19th Century
Oak, glass, silver
Oak, glass, silver
Houston, TX Auction
Houston, TX Auction
Minor chips to neck of one decanter and a slight dent to the handle.
Minor chips to neck of one decanter and a slight dent to the handle.