This French cave à liqueur from the early 1900s appears as a leather-bound book stack. When in its closed position, the set depicts four historical books. Upon opening the lid, which is comprised of the top two books, the interior is filled with a wooden caddy with a large decanter surrounded by eight aperitif/digestif glasses. Each smaller glass is embellished with a golden ring along the rim, while the decanter has several bands of gold, including a thick strip around the neck.
The books are bound and covered in real leather, each with gilt embossing. From top to bottom:
*Sainte Bible Tom VII: volume 7 of the Holy Bible, originally published in France in the 1700s.
*Histoire de France: a multivolume account of the history of France, penned by Jules Michelet in 1855 (Michelet popularized the term “Renaissance” in one of the volumes).
There are two volumes, one with a red and gold title above one with a green and gold title.
*L’Ami du Clerge: published in 1909, this is a collection from the weekly magazine of the same name (“The Friend of the Clergy”).
Our book stack cave a liqueur would make a welcomed addition to an office, library, or den.
CONDITION: Good antique condition. Light buildup to the glassware. Commensurate wear to the books, such as chapped leather, rubs, and light water marks. No stopper for the decanter.
