$889
Napoleon III Ebony and Brass-inlaid Burl Walnut Tantalus, third quarter 19th century, with hinged top and sides, inlaid with ebony crossbanding and with an inlaid foliate brass panel, fitted to the interior with wheel-cut cordial bottles and stems, ht. 10 1/4, wd. 13 1/4, dp. 9 1/4 in. Four cordial glasses lacking but ALL BOTTLES PRESENT ; minor brass popping to cover; age typical minor chips, dents and losses
Auctioneer:
Skinner
Date:
2010-04-10