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Superb Antique Watch or Jewellery Safe Cabinet
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Superb Antique Watch or Jewellery Safe Cabinet

1900 - 1920
Sold 11 November 2025 · John Howkins Antiques
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A superb Edwardian Sheraton revival exhibition quality Chubb safe and cabinet. The moulded and polished top above a line inlaid frieze leading to an attractive panelled door with satinwood banding between boxwood and ebony line inlay and a large flame mahogany oval, flanked by conforming inlaid stiles leading to a moulded frieze. Below is a useful pull out slide with brass pulls for inspection of contents.The base has 3 fiddle back mahogany drawers with conforming satinwood banding and gilded brass swan neck handles and escutcheons. The stiles again with conforming inlay and the whole standing on an offset plinth base with boxwood inlay. The inlaid door opens via a sprung catch to reveal the safe with gilded brass handle and escutcheon with badge for Chubb. The interior back of the safe door again with Chubb & Son of London details. An added quality is the secondary internal fire door which has full livery including Royal Appointment to His Majesty the King and also makers to The Bank of England. The safe opens to 2 removable steel shelves and 2 mahogany galleried trays with purple velvet lining.

Exterior Dimensions:- Height…58.5’’/ 148.5cm. Width…22.75’’/ 58cm. Depth…23.75’’/ 60.5cm.

Safe Dimensions:- Height…24’’/ 61cm. Width…18’’/ 45.5cm. Depth…19’’/ 48cm.

Condition- Superb, mahogany lined and complete with keys. Please note this item is extremely heavy.

Ss 24649 c 1120

Physical Dimensions
Height
148.5cm (58.46")
Width
58cm (22.83")
Depth
60.5cm (23.82")
Declaration

John Howkins Antiques has dated this Antique Mahogany Jewellery Cabinet to the Edwardian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1106125
Dealers Internal Reference
24649
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Description
A superb Edwardian Sheraton revival exhibition quality Chubb safe and cabinet. The moulded and polished top above a line inlaid frieze leading to an attractive panelled door with satinwood banding between boxwood and ebony line inlay and a large flame mahogany oval, flanked by conforming inlaid stiles leading to a moulded frieze. Below is a useful pull out slide with brass pulls for inspection of contents.
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The base has 3 fiddle back mahogany drawers with conforming satinwood banding and gilded brass swan neck handles and escutcheons.
John Howkins Antiques

The stiles again with conforming inlay and the whole standing on an offset plinth base with boxwood inlay. The inlaid door opens via a sprung catch to reveal the safe with gilded brass handle and escutcheon with badge for Chubb. The interior back of the safe door again with Chubb & Son of London details. An added quality is the secondary internal fire door which has full livery including Royal Appointment to His Majesty the King and also makers to The Bank of England. The safe opens to 2 removable steel shelves and 2 mahogany galleried trays with purple velvet lining.

fig 1. An upright antique mahogany jewellery cabinet featuring intricate marquetry inlay, brass drop handles, and multiple small drawers.
fig 1. Superb Antique Watch or Jewellery Safe Cabinet

Exterior Dimensions:- Height…58.5’’/ 148.5cm. Width…22.75’’/ 58cm. Depth…23.75’’/ 60.5cm.

Safe Dimensions:- Height…24’’/ 61cm. Width…18’’/ 45.5cm. Depth…19’’/ 48cm.

Condition- Superb, mahogany lined and complete with keys. Please note this item is extremely heavy.

Ss 24649 c 1120

Height
148.5cm (58.46")
Width
58cm (22.83")
Depth
60.5cm (23.82")
Date of Manufacture

John Howkins Antiques has dated this Antique Mahogany Jewellery Cabinet to the Edwardian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1106125
Dealers Internal Ref
24649
John Howkins Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Sep 2010
Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the John Howkins Antiques Profile Page

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John Howkins Antiques
Telephone 01508 498335 or 07770 311 611
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The Grange
Hempnall Green
Norfolk
NR15 2NR
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/jhowkins
Verified Since Sep 2010
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An upright antique mahogany jewellery cabinet featuring intricate marquetry inlay, brass drop handles, and multiple small drawers.
Superb Antique Watch or Jewellery Safe Cabinet
Ref: SA1106125
An upright antique mahogany jewellery cabinet featuring intricate marquetry inlay, brass drop handles, and multiple small drawers.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectCabinets & Chests
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleGeorgian / Regency
  • MaterialMahogany, Brass, Marquetry Inlay
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsMarquetry inlay banding, Brass drop handles, Ogee moulding, Oval veneer panel
  • SizeH 148.5 cm (58 in) x W 58 cm (23 in) x D 60.5 cm (24 in)

FAQs

These specialised cabinets emerged during the Georgian and Victorian periods, designed to safely store valuable personal accessories, pocket watches, and precious gemstones for affluent households.

Authentic pieces are typically constructed from dense hardwoods like mahogany or walnut, featuring intricate wood veneer banding, dovetail joints, and fitted brass hardware.

Authentication involves examining the interior lining materials, hand-cut dovetailing on the drawers, the natural oxidisation of the timber, and the presence of period-appropriate brass locks and handles.

Positioning the piece on a dressing table, desk, or sideboard provides a functional focal point that contrasts warm wood tones against minimalist contemporary surroundings.

Maintain the timber by avoiding direct sunlight and excessive humidity fluctuations, applying microcrystalline wax periodically, and cleaning gently with a dry, soft cloth.
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