A French tantalus

19th century
The brass-banded and inlaid case with double-hinged lid and hinged sides revealing a fitted interior with gilded metal serving frame encasing four glass decanters and sixteen cordial glasses, all with etched floral motif, 20 pieces
Overall: 10.375" H x 12.25" W x 9.75" D; Decanters: 7.625" H x 3" Dia.; Cordials: 3.125" H x 1.5" Dia.
Condition Report: Each glass and decanter in overall good condition with minor shelf wear commensurate with age. The case with scattered scratches, nicks, shrinkage cracks, and separation at joints commensurate with age. A 6" crack to the front of the case. Some separation of bronze inlay from the wood. Scattered chips and fleabites to the stoppers. Missing key.