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1910s Bow End Shop Display Counter
D and A Binder Ltd
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1910s Bow End Shop Display Counter

1900 - 1920
Description

An original petite early 20th-century shop display counter, constructed using a combination of solid oak, mahogany, and pitch pine.

The counter features a shaped moulded base supporting a bow-ended display case, framed in brass-toned wood and fitted with a discreet hinged access panel to the rear. The slender legs terminate in decorative feet, adding neoclassical note to the overall design.

Its relatively compact proportions suggest the counter was originally intended for specialist retail use such as a jeweller’s, perfumery, or boutique. The scale and elegance point toward a display-led piece rather than a heavy working counter, designed to sit comfortably within more intimate space.

H: 82 W: 130 D: 60 cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
82cm (32.28")
Width
130cm (51.18")
Depth
60cm (23.62")
Declaration

D and A Binder Ltd has dated this Gilded Shop Display Counter to the 1910s.

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SA1196994
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Description
An original petite early 20th-century shop display counter, constructed using a combination of solid oak, mahogany, and pitch pine.
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The counter features a shaped moulded base supporting a bow-ended display case, framed in brass-toned wood and fitted with a discreet hinged access panel to the rear.
D and A Binder Ltd

The slender legs terminate in decorative feet, adding neoclassical note to the overall design.

fig 1. A gilded 1910s oval glass display counter featuring curved side panels and cabriole legs ending in hoof feet.
fig 1. 1910s Bow End Shop Display Counter

Its relatively compact proportions suggest the counter was originally intended for specialist retail use such as a jeweller’s, perfumery, or boutique. The scale and elegance point toward a display-led piece rather than a heavy working counter, designed to sit comfortably within more intimate space.

H: 82 W: 130 D: 60 cm

Height
82cm (32.28")
Width
130cm (51.18")
Depth
60cm (23.62")
Date of Manufacture

D and A Binder Ltd has dated this Gilded Shop Display Counter to the 1910s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1196994
D and A Binder Ltd
D and A Binder Ltd
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Archive I A gilded 1910s oval glass display counter featuring curved side panels and cabriole legs ending in hoof feet.

1910s Bow End Shop Display Counter

Archive II A gilded 1910s oval glass display counter featuring curved side panels and cabriole legs ending in hoof feet. View II
Archive III A gilded 1910s oval glass display counter featuring curved side panels and cabriole legs ending in hoof feet. View III
Archive IV A gilded 1910s oval glass display counter featuring curved side panels and cabriole legs ending in hoof feet. View IV
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Archive VII A gilded 1910s oval glass display counter featuring curved side panels and cabriole legs ending in hoof feet. View VII
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D and A Binder Ltd

D and A Binder Ltd
Telephone 020 7609 6300 or 07944 356 180
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101 Holloway Road
London
N7 8LT
United Kingdom
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A gilded 1910s oval glass display counter featuring curved side panels and cabriole legs ending in hoof feet.
1910s Bow End Shop Display Counter
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A gilded 1910s oval glass display counter featuring curved side panels and cabriole legs ending in hoof feet.
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Bow end shop display counters were designed for retail establishments in the early 20th century to display delicate goods such as jewellery, haberdashery, or cosmetics. The curved glass ends allowed customers to view products from multiple angles while keeping items secure.

During the 1910s, shop display counters were commonly crafted using timber frames finished with gilding, polish, or paint. They incorporated plate glass tops and side panels, often supported by cabriole or turned legs with carved feet.

Authentic pieces from this period often display hand-moulded curved glass, natural surface wear on the legs and frame, and traditional timber joinery. Original brass hardware, velvet or timber internal bases, and aged gilding further indicate authenticity.

In a contemporary setting, a display counter functions as an entryway table, side console, or curio cabinet for curated items. Placing decorative objects, books, or ceramics inside creates an organised focal point without cluttering the room.

Clean glass panels with a lint-free cloth and mild glass cleaner, ensuring liquid does not contact the gilded frame. Dust gilded wooden surfaces gently using a dry, soft brush, avoiding abrasive chemicals or moisture that could damage gold leaf finish.
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