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Long Solid Mahogany Shotgun Case 1840
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Long Solid Mahogany Shotgun Case 1840

18th century
Sold 11 April 2025 · Michael Johnson Antiques
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A long heavy duty solid mahogany shotgun case dating to around c.1840. It has a maker’s label attached inside “C. Playfair Gunmakers Aberdeen” Scotland. A couple of used/age-related marks adding character and patina to the case please refer to the images. Inside it has a newly lined green baize interior. A very cool collectible box capable of storing all manner of long objects. Comes with a working key.

Materials:

Solid Mahogany and brass

Age:

1840

Size:

Length: 79cm

Width: 22.5cm

Height:10.5cm

Date of Manufacture

Michael Johnson Antiques has dated this Antique Mahogany Gun Case to the Georgian era.

Physical Dimensions
Height
10.5cm (4.13")
Width
22.5cm (8.86")
Depth
79cm (31.10")
Reference Numbers
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SA1089661
Dealers Internal Reference
7283
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Description
A long heavy duty solid mahogany shotgun case dating to around c.1840. It has a maker’s label attached inside “C. Playfair Gunmakers Aberdeen” Scotland.
“
A couple of used/age-related marks adding character and patina to the case please refer to the images.
Michael Johnson Antiques

Inside it has a newly lined green baize interior. A very cool collectible box capable of storing all manner of long objects. Comes with a working key.

Materials:

Solid Mahogany and brass

Age:

1840

Size:

Length: 79cm

Width: 22.5cm

Height:10.5cm

Date of Manufacture

Michael Johnson Antiques has dated this Antique Mahogany Gun Case to the Georgian era.

Height
10.5cm (4.13")
Width
22.5cm (8.86")
Depth
79cm (31.10")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1089661
Dealers Internal Ref
7283
Michael Johnson Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Dec 2014
Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Michael Johnson Antiques Profile Page

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Archive I A rectangular solid mahogany shotgun case featuring inset brass hardware and a keyhole plate on a wooden surface. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Long Solid Mahogany Shotgun Case 1840

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Michael Johnson Antiques

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Middlesex
South West London
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/michaelj
Verified Since Dec 2014
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Michael Johnson Antiques
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A rectangular solid mahogany shotgun case featuring inset brass hardware and a keyhole plate on a wooden surface.
Long Solid Mahogany Shotgun Case 1840
Ref: SA1089661
A rectangular solid mahogany shotgun case featuring inset brass hardware and a keyhole plate on a wooden surface.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectStorage Boxes
  • Period18th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialMahogany, Brass
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsRecessed brass handle, Keyhole escutcheon, Flush hinges
  • SizeH 10.5 cm (4 in) x W 22.5 cm (9 in) x D 79 cm (31 in)

FAQs

Nineteenth-century gun cases were custom-made by gunmakers to house and transport fine firearms securely, featuring fitted interiors lined with baize or velvet to protect the weapons components.

These cases were typically constructed from solid mahogany or oak, reinforced with brass corners, hinges, and recessed carrying handles, utilizing dovetail joints for structural strength.

Authentic pieces exhibit period-correct hand-cut dovetailing, patination consistent with age, original brass hardware with hand-filed screws, and makers labels affixed to the interior lid.

Placing the case flat on a coffee table or console allows it to function as a sculptural decorative object with historical texture, while offering discreet storage.

Maintain the wood by applying microcrystalline wax periodically to nourish the surface, and avoid placing the item in direct sunlight or areas with fluctuating humidity.
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