Antique English Edwardian Betjemann’s Cut Crystal Three Bottle Tantalus c. Early 20th Century Chest on chest decorative addition to an entryway

decorative addition to an entryway

There are minor age-related marks and expected wear to the carving

and willowy trees

with visible threadbare areas

adding to its authentic character

Antique English Edwardian Betjemann’s Cut Crystal Three Bottle Tantalus c. Early 20th Century Chest on chest decorative addition to an entrywayThis wonderful antique English Edwardian tantalus dates to the early 20th century and is a beautiful example of the refined entertaining pieces popular during the late Victorian and Edwardian eras. A tantalus was designed as both a practical and decorative way to store fine spirits, allowing the bottles to be displayed while the locking mechanism kept the contents secure. Betjemanns pieces are especially desirable, as the firm was known for producing