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A Superb Honduras Mahogany Collectors Cabinet with 27 Drawers. Circa 1870.
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A Superb Honduras Mahogany Collectors Cabinet with 27 Drawers. Circa 1870.

19th century
Sold 19 December 2025 · Atropos Antiques
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A superb and highly versatile collectors cabinet fashioned in honduras mahogany containing 27 drawers base lined with green baize. Dating from circa 1870 this beautiful cabinet will be ideal for a multitude of collectiong pursuits.

The drawers are graduated giving potential for various sizes of items.

12 drawers .75 inch internal depth. 7.75 inches by 13 inches.

10 drawers 1,25 inch internal depth. As above.

4 drawers 1.5 inch internal depth. 13 inches by 16 inches.

1 drawer 2.5 inch internal depth with a closely fitting lift out tray.

Ditto as above.

Height. 29 inches.

Width. 18.75 inches.

Front to back. 16.25 inches.

All drawers retain the original lacquered brass knobs. Lock and key.

All questions welcome and will be answered immediately and delivery can be arranged.

Physical Dimensions
Height
74cm (29.13")
Width
48cm (18.90")
Depth
41.5cm (16.34")
Declaration

Atropos Antiques has dated this Mahogany Collectors Cabinet to the 1870s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1173056
Dealers Internal Reference
GM/JR/EEU.
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georgemorgan90@gmail.com

Description
A superb and highly versatile collectors cabinet fashioned in honduras mahogany containing 27 drawers base lined with green baize. Dating from circa 1870 this beautiful cabinet will be ideal for a multitude of collectiong pursuits.
fig 1. An antique dark mahogany collectors cabinet featuring numerous shallow drawers with green felt linings and small brass knobs, with one cabinet door open.
fig 1. A Superb Honduras Mahogany Collectors Cabinet with 27 Drawers. Circa 1870.

The drawers are graduated giving potential for various sizes of items.

12 drawers .75 inch internal depth. 7.75 inches by 13 inches.

10 drawers 1,25 inch internal depth. As above.

4 drawers 1.5 inch internal depth. 13 inches by 16 inches.

fig 2. An antique dark mahogany collectors cabinet featuring numerous shallow drawers with green felt linings and small brass knobs, with one cabinet door open.
fig 2. A Superb Honduras Mahogany Collectors Cabinet with 27 Drawers. Circa 1870.

1 drawer 2.5 inch internal depth with a closely fitting lift out tray.

Ditto as above.

Height. 29 inches.

Width. 18.75 inches.

Front to back. 16.25 inches.

All drawers retain the original lacquered brass knobs. Lock and key.

All questions welcome and will be answered immediately and delivery can be arranged.

Height
74cm (29.13")
Width
48cm (18.90")
Depth
41.5cm (16.34")
Date of Manufacture

Atropos Antiques has dated this Mahogany Collectors Cabinet to the 1870s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1173056
Dealers Internal Ref
GM/JR/EEU.
Atropos Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Nov 2011
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Archive I An antique dark mahogany collectors cabinet featuring numerous shallow drawers with green felt linings and small brass knobs, with one cabinet door open. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

A Superb Honduras Mahogany Collectors Cabinet with 27 Drawers. Circa 1870.

Archive II An antique dark mahogany collectors cabinet featuring numerous shallow drawers with green felt linings and small brass knobs, with one cabinet door open. View II
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The Old W.I. Hall
Springfield
Hartland
North Devon
EX39 6BG
United Kingdom
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An antique dark mahogany collectors cabinet featuring numerous shallow drawers with green felt linings and small brass knobs, with one cabinet door open.
A SUPERB HONDURAS MAHOGANY COLLECTORS CABINET WITH 27 DRAWERS. CIRCA 1870.
Ref: SA1173056
An antique dark mahogany collectors cabinet featuring numerous shallow drawers with green felt linings and small brass knobs, with one cabinet door open.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectCabinets & Chests
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialHonduras Mahogany, Brass, Felt
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsMulti-drawer configuration, Brass pull knobs, Green baize drawer linings, Panelled cabinet door
  • SizeH 74 cm (29 in) x W 48 cm (19 in) x D 41.5 cm (16 in)

FAQs

Collectors cabinets, often referred to as specimen or coin cabinets, were traditionally used by naturalists, numismatists, and scholars during the 18th and 19th centuries to safely organise and display delicate items such as insects, fossils, coins, and minerals.

These cabinets are typically constructed from dense hardwoods like Honduras mahogany, featuring numerous shallow drawers constructed with traditional dovetail joints, often lined with baize or velvet to protect sensitive items.

Authentic pieces from the Victorian era typically exhibit hand-cut dovetails, genuine timber shrinkage, period-appropriate brass hardware, and secondary woods consistent with the period of manufacture.

Such a piece works exceptionally well as a focal point in a study or library, where its rich wood tones complement leather and brass accents while providing functional, hidden storage for small items.

Maintain antique mahogany by keeping it away from direct sunlight and heat sources to prevent timber splitting, and periodically nourish the wood with traditional beeswax rather than modern silicone polishes.
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