A late 19th century brass-mounted oak three-bottle tantalus ...

Hammer

£300

A late 19th century brass-mounted oak three-bottle tantalus of Blenheim Palace interest: the shaped, applied brass central plaque engraved 'Presented to R.L. Angas Esq. on his leaving Blenheim, by 124 servants and employees on the Estate as a token of their appreciation on his unfailing courtesy and kindness, 27th August 1909'; the two hinged heavily brass-mounted covers above a Bramah lock with shield-shaped brass escutcheon and a single recessed full-width gaming drawer below (with cribbage board and cards); further brass mounts in Gothic Reform style; two brass side carrying handles (LWH 37 x 38 x 32.5 cm).