Aspire Auctions
May 2007 Fine Art & Antiques Auction
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| 728. An Exquisite Mother of Pearl Inlaid Tantalus, ca. Late 19th Century
An antique tantalus with brass and mother of pearl inlay decorations on burlwood veneered rosewood (?). Beveled front with brass escutcheon. Top with a monogrammed mother of pearl medallion. Interior with two-tiered lift-out compartment with gilt brass decorative handle and hardware. The compartment holds 16 cordials and four decanters with stoppers. (Please note two cordials are replacements and one is missing, total of 15 cordials present). Overall the tantalus measures approx. 10-1/2"T x 13"W x 11"L. 1,000/2,000 Sold $977.50 back to catalog |
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