19th Century French Napoleon III Rosewood & Brass Inlaid Complete Cave a Liqueur

$2,700

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Create an elegant bar area with this complete antique liquor box, Boulle style. Created in France circa 1870, and rectangular in shape, the Tantalus stands on small bracket feet; the box is decorated with two marquetry and brass inlaid medallions on the top and facade; it is further embellished with a two-tone marquetry band around the edges. The decorative cave à liqueur is dressed with a lift top door and swing side doors; when opened, the cabinet reveals a removable wooden caddy dressed with a decorative brass handle, and fitted with 16 glass cordials and four matching carafes with cut-glass stoppers; each glass and decanter is decorated with floral and foliage etched motifs. The Classic Napoleon III bar essential is in excellent condition, complete, and adorns a rich patinated French polished finish throughout. Original key included. Measures: 13.75″ W x 9.25″ D x 10.5″ H.

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