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May 2006 Fine Art and Antiques Auction

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460. A Tortoise Boulle Inlay Tantalus, French, ca. 19th Century

An antique Louis XV style tantalus with brass and tortoise shell inlay on ebonized wood rosewood. Bow front and small bun feet and inlay of brass banding. Interior with have tiered, lift-out compartment which holds 16 cordials and four stoppered decanters. With key. Two decanters do not match; with gilt decoration. Approx. 10-1/2"T x 9-1/2"D x 12-1/4"W.



1,500/2,500
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