Antique French Parquetry Inlaid Tantalus

19th century, mahogany and kingwood veneers, serpentine form case with a hinged lid featuring an abalone shell cartouche and ebony Greek key and line inlays, interior with a fitted and removable caddy holding four cut glass decanters and (16) cordials, the case raised on short square feet.

10.5 x 13 x 10 in.

Private Collection, Charlotte, North Carolina

Case refinished; later interior decanters and glasses in good condition; no key.

$600 - 900