Victorian Entertainment Compendium

Games Box, Humidor, and Decanter Entertainment Compendium

The Compendium veneered in Rosewood with brass mounts, twin loop brass carry handles and extensive inlay to the front, sides and domed top. The Box features the original mirror plate behind the three cut crystal glass decanters, bevelled glass glazed doors and a lockable lid for keeping the compendium secure. When opened with the spring-loaded Bramah lock, the twin doors spring up allowing them to be opened the compendium reveals the entertainment set which comprises of a cedar-lined humidor sectioned tray for cigars and two further sections which houses four matching spirit glasses completing the tantalus drinks compartments.

The lower drawer spring pin is released upon the opening of the lock at the top and allows access to the solid Satinwood games drawer which contains a cribbage board, natural and red stained bone counters, a full deck of cards and one stripped deck with rule cards for games De La Rue, Co’s Whist and Bezique. Among the contents of the box is the original Bramah key. In order to unlock, press into the barrel of the lock, maintain pressure and turn counterclockwise. The glazed doors will then spring up after this procedure. To relock the door, simply push down on the glazed doors. It is vital that you DO NOT put the key inside the box and shut the doors as you will not be able to gain access again after the box has self locked. The Box dates to the late Victorian period circa 1900.

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