EMPIRE BURLWOOD & EBONIZED TANTALUS, WITH BRASS & MOTHER OF PEARL INLAY,Late 19th Century. Unmarked. Rectangular hinged cover having a brass and mother of pearl inlaid medallion, opening to rosewood interior containing a lift out tray holding four etched crystal decanters with faceted stoppers, measuring 7 3/8" high, and twelve glasses (one of which matches the decanters), measuring approximately 3" high. Estimate $300-400
Areas of old loss to leading edge of top of case. Old repairs and losses to back edge of top. Minor splits to veneer to top. Interior of case having areas of abrasion where feet of the interior tray rest. One of the cordial glasses are original, the balance are replaced. Lock is present, and key is present.
