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Decanter Box / Tantalus by Philip Ashberry c.1870

Name: Decanter Box / Tantalus By Philip Ashberry C.1870
SKU: as584a2228
Price: 3300.00 GBP
Availability: InStock

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A truly magnificent three bottle decanter case made from silverplate and fully marked for the Sheffield silversmith's, Philip Ashberry & Sons, dating to c. 1870.

The silver case is exquisite beautifully reticulated or pierced with cut-out panels to showcase the beautiful cut crystal decanters inside. Either side of the case has a grand Ram's head handle, the top of the lid has a cast Grapevine finial the front has a lock complete with a working key.

The front has a regal and decorative engraved monogram of the original owner, this would have belonged to a very wealthy family, perhaps a wedding gift.

About as good as they get and and a rare find in excellent condition. The box measures 11 3/4" x 4 3/4" x 11 3/4" tall. Each decanter measures 3" x 2 3/4" x 8 1/4" tall.

Item ID: 40586
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£3300.00

$4205.52

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Category Antique Boxes Date c.1870 Mid Victorian Antiques Material Silver Plate Origin English Maker P.Ashberry & Sons Item code as584a2228 / 40586 Status For Sale

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