Drinks, Tantalus and Decanter Sets. In the late 1800s stylish crystal decanters with silver mounts became popular. Sometimes two or three decanters would be fitted into a handsome wooden or silver tantalus holder.
Drinks, Tantalus and Decanter Sets. In the late 1800s stylish crystal decanters with silver mounts became popular. Sometimes two or three decanters would be fitted into a handsome wooden or silver tantalus holder.
Drinks, Tantalus and Decanter Sets. In the late 1800s stylish crystal decanters with silver mounts became popular. Sometimes two or three decanters would be fitted into a handsome wooden or silver tantalus holder. Drinks sets would incorporate a tray, jug and matching goblets. Beer and Water Jugs The plain baluster beer jug was introduced circa 1720 and remained popular for the next 50 years. These jugs occasionally have hinged covers and make ideal water jugs for the dining table. By the end of the 18th century the jugs became very decorative and became adapted for serving wine.