Sold at Austin Auction Gallery
French Napoleon III Period Inlaid Burlwood Cave A Liqueur
- Price realized
- $762
- Pre-sale estimate
- $400 – $600
- Hammer price
- $600
- Category
- Boxes
- Sold
- September 7, 2025
- Sale
- DAY 3- SEPTEMBER GRAND ESTATES, ARCHITECTURE & DESIGN
Lot description
French Napoleon III period burlwood liqueur casket/ tantalus set, late 19th c., having hinged case, likely finished in amboyna veneers, with brass marquetry and stringwork trim, revealing removable cradle fitted with assembled drinks service, comprising (four) etched crystal decanters and (sixteen) cordials, rising on bun feet, lifting to top panel at front right side, intact with small losses and restorations, lacking corner trim piece at back, approx 11"h, 12.75"w, 9.5"d, 11lbs
This lot sold at a past Austin Auction Gallery sale. Prices realized include the buyer's premium and are provided for research only — they are not an appraisal or a guarantee of future value.