Dispenser - Lead
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Antique lead beverage dispenser dating to the mid to late 19th century, with blue glazed tiles and four taps, in good used condition, measuring 57 cm high by 46 cm wide by 46 cm deep and weighing 20 kg, originating from France.
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Antique and very rare beverage dispenser / absinthe & liqueur fountain – Europe ca. 1890-1900
Very special and decorative antique beverage dispenser / absinthe or liqueur fountain, manufactured in Europe.
This type of object was used in cafés, hotels and noble houses and is nowadays a rare collectible item.
The dispenser is finished in silver-colored metal and richly decorated with deep blue glazed tiles, typical of French and Belgian café interiors from that period. Equipped with four original taps, which makes the object both functional and exceptionally decorative.
Features
Period: ca. 1890-1900
Origin: Europe probably France or Belgium)
Material: silver-colored metal, glazed ceramic tiles, internal lead
Tile color: deep blue
Number of taps: 4
Use: absinthe / liqueur / beverage dispenser
Style: Belle Époque / early Art Nouveau influences
Condition
In good and original condition, with normal signs of use and aging appropriate to the age.
No visible cracks in the tiles. Taps intact. Not tested for liquid tightness. Patina present, which contributes to authenticity and charm.
Dimensions (approx.)
Height: ± 46 cm
Width: ± 57 cm
Depth: ± 46 cm
Special features
Rare model with four taps
Very decorative and impressive object
Extremely suitable for a collector, hospitality interior, or luxury bar setup
Carefully packed and insured shipment.
Antique and very rare beverage dispenser / absinthe & liqueur fountain – Europe ca. 1890-1900
Very special and decorative antique beverage dispenser / absinthe or liqueur fountain, manufactured in Europe.
This type of object was used in cafés, hotels and noble houses and is nowadays a rare collectible item.
The dispenser is finished in silver-colored metal and richly decorated with deep blue glazed tiles, typical of French and Belgian café interiors from that period. Equipped with four original taps, which makes the object both functional and exceptionally decorative.
Features
Period: ca. 1890-1900
Origin: Europe probably France or Belgium)
Material: silver-colored metal, glazed ceramic tiles, internal lead
Tile color: deep blue
Number of taps: 4
Use: absinthe / liqueur / beverage dispenser
Style: Belle Époque / early Art Nouveau influences
Condition
In good and original condition, with normal signs of use and aging appropriate to the age.
No visible cracks in the tiles. Taps intact. Not tested for liquid tightness. Patina present, which contributes to authenticity and charm.
Dimensions (approx.)
Height: ± 46 cm
Width: ± 57 cm
Depth: ± 46 cm
Special features
Rare model with four taps
Very decorative and impressive object
Extremely suitable for a collector, hospitality interior, or luxury bar setup
Carefully packed and insured shipment.
Details
Era
1400-1900
Weight
20 kg
Country of origin
France
Material
Lead
Style
Antique
Colour
Blue
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
Height
57 cm
Width
46 cm
Depth
46 cm
Estimated period
1850-1900
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