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1930s Oak Watchmaker’s Cabinet
D and A Binder Ltd
for sale €842     $914
£720
D and A Binder Ltd

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1930s Oak Watchmaker’s Cabinet

1920 - 1940
Description

A fine-quality oak watchmaker’s cabinet, originally made 1930s, later hand-painted with decorative signwriting, making it a newer additional. The front panels feature charming carved and gilded lettering for J. Masters, Watchmakers, 26 Leonard St, London, alongside witty slogans such as “Right on Time” and “Time is After You, You Better Run.”

The interior reveals four fitted drawers with brass handles, each labelled for Rolex, Cartier, Patek Philippe, Gallet, and Chains & Fobs, lined in deep blue baize. Beautifully made in solid oak with a warm golden patina. Its a striking and characterful display cabinet for any horological or advertising collection.

Physical Dimensions
Height
28cm (11.02")
Width
55cm (21.65")
Depth
43cm (16.93")
Declaration

D and A Binder Ltd has dated this Antique Oak Watchmaker Cabinet to the 1930s.

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SA1174495
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Description
A fine-quality oak watchmaker’s cabinet, originally made 1930s, later hand-painted with decorative signwriting, making it a newer additional. The front panels feature charming carved and gilded lettering for J.
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Masters, Watchmakers, 26 Leonard St, London, alongside witty slogans such as “Right on Time” and “Time is After You, You Better Run.
D and A Binder Ltd

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fig 1. A small 1930s warm brown oak desktop cabinet with two panelled doors featuring hand-painted trade lettering and a rabbit illustration.
fig 1. 1930s Oak Watchmaker’s Cabinet

The interior reveals four fitted drawers with brass handles, each labelled for Rolex, Cartier, Patek Philippe, Gallet, and Chains & Fobs, lined in deep blue baize. Beautifully made in solid oak with a warm golden patina. Its a striking and characterful display cabinet for any horological or advertising collection.

Height
28cm (11.02")
Width
55cm (21.65")
Depth
43cm (16.93")
Date of Manufacture

D and A Binder Ltd has dated this Antique Oak Watchmaker Cabinet to the 1930s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1174495
D and A Binder Ltd
D and A Binder Ltd
Sellingantiques verified Since May 2015
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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the D and A Binder Ltd Profile Page

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Archive I A small 1930s warm brown oak desktop cabinet with two panelled doors featuring hand-painted trade lettering and a rabbit illustration.

1930s Oak Watchmaker’s Cabinet

Archive II A small 1930s warm brown oak desktop cabinet with two panelled doors featuring hand-painted trade lettering and a rabbit illustration. View II
Archive III A small 1930s warm brown oak desktop cabinet with two panelled doors featuring hand-painted trade lettering and a rabbit illustration. View III
Archive IV A small 1930s warm brown oak desktop cabinet with two panelled doors featuring hand-painted trade lettering and a rabbit illustration. View IV
Archive V A small 1930s warm brown oak desktop cabinet with two panelled doors featuring hand-painted trade lettering and a rabbit illustration. View V
Archive VI A small 1930s warm brown oak desktop cabinet with two panelled doors featuring hand-painted trade lettering and a rabbit illustration. View VI
Archive VII A small 1930s warm brown oak desktop cabinet with two panelled doors featuring hand-painted trade lettering and a rabbit illustration. View VII
Archive VIII A small 1930s warm brown oak desktop cabinet with two panelled doors featuring hand-painted trade lettering and a rabbit illustration. View VIII
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D and A Binder Ltd

D and A Binder Ltd
Telephone 020 7609 6300 or 07944 356 180
Location
101 Holloway Road
London
N7 8LT
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/danda
Verified Since May 2015
Items For Sale 162
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A small 1930s warm brown oak desktop cabinet with two panelled doors featuring hand-painted trade lettering and a rabbit illustration.
1930s Oak Watchmaker’s Cabinet
Ref: SA1174495
A small 1930s warm brown oak desktop cabinet with two panelled doors featuring hand-painted trade lettering and a rabbit illustration.
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FAQs

Watchmakers cabinets were designed to store delicate timepiece components, specialized tools, and movements within horological workshops and retail premises, frequently featuring trade branding or hand-painted commercial graphics.

These tabletop cabinets were predominantly constructed from solid woods such as oak, pine, or mahogany, featuring brass hardware fittings, panelled door construction, and hand-applied paint or gilt lettering.

Authentic period examples feature traditional joinery details such as dovetail joints, period-appropriate brass keyhole escutcheons, natural timber age wear, and hand-lettered commercial detailing associated with historic horological trades.

A tabletop watchmaker cabinet functions effectively when positioned on an office desk, console table, or library bookshelf, offering practical storage for small modern items while adding historic character.

Preserve the painted artwork and original oak timber patina by dusting regularly with a soft dry cloth and applying clear beeswax periodically, avoiding harsh chemical solvents and direct sunlight exposure.
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