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Antique Cambridge Doctor's Smoking Cabinet, English, Smoker's Case, Edwardian
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Antique Cambridge Doctor's Smoking Cabinet, English, Smoker's Case, Edwardian

1900 - 1920
Description

This is an antique Cambridge doctor's smoking cabinet. An English, oak and cedar smoker's case, dating to the Edwardian period, circa 1910.

Fine cabinetry, with the added interest of being presented to a Cambridge-based doctor

Displays a desirable aged patina and in good order throughout

Superb oak stocks present fine grain interest and an abundance of medullary rays

The whole graced with a delightful warm caramel coloration

Engraved shield cartouche to the top, as presented to a Dr. George A Johnson

Gifted from an appreciative former patient to commemorate his service from 1906 - 1928

Pair of cabinet doors enclose the case, with a pair of unmarked shields to the fascia

Dressed with an inset, brass-lined lock — in working order, key present

Fitted interior offers a trio of cedar lined drawers, dressed with drop handles over pierced batwing backplates

Wider lower drawer arranged in two divisions, one larger

Reverse of the right hand door fitted with a pipe rack, offering space for three pipes

Pipe rack has a diameter of 20cm or three quarter inch for holding smaller examples

This is a fascinating antique smoking cabinet, with a delightful visual appearance and a charming provenance. Solid joints and construction, delivered ready for the home.

Dimensions:

Max Width: 33.5cm (13.25'')

Max Depth: 23.5cm (9.25'')

Max Height: 33.5cm (13.25'')

Pipe Holder Diameter: 20mm (.75'')

Physical Dimensions
Height
33.5cm (13.19")
Width
33.5cm (13.19")
Depth
23.5cm (9.25")
Declaration

London Fine Antiques has dated this Edwardian Oak Smoking Cabinet to the Edwardian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1220224
Dealers Internal Reference
26099
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Description
This is an antique Cambridge doctor's smoking cabinet. An English, oak and cedar smoker's case, dating to the Edwardian period, circa 1910.

Fine cabinetry, with the added interest of being presented to a Cambridge-based doctor

fig 1. An Edwardian oak tabletop smoking cabinet with open twin doors revealing fitted drawers and integrated door pipe racks.
fig 1. Antique Cambridge Doctor's Smoking Cabinet, English, Smoker's Case, Edwardian

Displays a desirable aged patina and in good order throughout

Superb oak stocks present fine grain interest and an abundance of medullary rays

The whole graced with a delightful warm caramel coloration

Engraved shield cartouche to the top, as presented to a Dr. George A Johnson

fig 2. An Edwardian oak tabletop smoking cabinet with open twin doors revealing fitted drawers and integrated door pipe racks.
fig 2. Antique Cambridge Doctor's Smoking Cabinet, English, Smoker's Case, Edwardian

Gifted from an appreciative former patient to commemorate his service from 1906 - 1928

Pair of cabinet doors enclose the case, with a pair of unmarked shields to the fascia

Dressed with an inset, brass-lined lock — in working order, key present

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Fitted interior offers a trio of cedar lined drawers, dressed with drop handles over pierced batwing backplates.
London Fine Antiques
fig 3. An Edwardian oak tabletop smoking cabinet with open twin doors revealing fitted drawers and integrated door pipe racks.
fig 3. Antique Cambridge Doctor's Smoking Cabinet, English, Smoker's Case, Edwardian

Wider lower drawer arranged in two divisions, one larger

Reverse of the right hand door fitted with a pipe rack, offering space for three pipes

Pipe rack has a diameter of 20cm or three quarter inch for holding smaller examples

fig 4. An Edwardian oak tabletop smoking cabinet with open twin doors revealing fitted drawers and integrated door pipe racks.
fig 4. Antique Cambridge Doctor's Smoking Cabinet, English, Smoker's Case, Edwardian

This is a fascinating antique smoking cabinet, with a delightful visual appearance and a charming provenance. Solid joints and construction, delivered ready for the home.

Dimensions:

Max Width: 33.5cm (13.25'')

Max Depth: 23.5cm (9.25'')

Max Height: 33.5cm (13.25'')

Pipe Holder Diameter: 20mm (.75'')

Height
33.5cm (13.19")
Width
33.5cm (13.19")
Depth
23.5cm (9.25")
Date of Manufacture

London Fine Antiques has dated this Edwardian Oak Smoking Cabinet to the Edwardian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1220224
Dealers Internal Ref
26099
London Fine Antiques
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Sellingantiques verified Since Oct 2010

Fine antiques curated in england and sold worldwide

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An Edwardian oak tabletop smoking cabinet with open twin doors revealing fitted drawers and integrated door pipe racks.
Antique Cambridge Doctor's Smoking Cabinet, English, Smoker's Case, Edwardian
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An Edwardian oak tabletop smoking cabinet with open twin doors revealing fitted drawers and integrated door pipe racks.
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  • ObjectSmoking Cabinets
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleEdwardian
  • MaterialOak, Metal
  • ColourGolden Brown
  • MotifsQuarter-sawn oak grain, Pierced metal drawer handles, Integrated pipe racks, Shield cartouche inlay
  • SizeH 33.5 cm (13 in) x W 33.5 cm (13 in) x D 23.5 cm (9 in)

This Edwardian doctor's smoking cabinet dates to circa 1910 and originates from England. Constructed from oak and cedar, the case displays a warm caramel golden brown colour with an abundant quarter-sawn grain, medullary rays, and an engraved shield cartouche on top presented to Dr George A Johnson. A pair of cabinet doors open to reveal three cedar-lined interior drawers fitted with drop handles over pierced metal batwing backplates, while the wider lower drawer is divided into two sections. The right-hand door features an integrated pipe rack with spaces for three pipes. Additional details include visible brass hinges, a brass-lined lock, and corner mouldings on the top surface. Measuring 33.5 cm high, 33.5 cm wide, and 23.5 cm deep, this tabletop piece functions well on an office desk or library table to store small personal items and accessories.

FAQs

A smoking cabinet is a specialised tabletop chest, popular during the late Victorian and Edwardian eras, designed to house pipes, tobacco, cigars, and related smoking accessories in organised drawers and door racks.

Edwardian smoking cabinets were primarily crafted from native hardwoods such as oak, mahogany, or walnut, often fitted with metal handles, drop hinges, and internal ceramic or tin-lined compartments.

Authentic pieces feature period-correct joinery such as hand-cut dovetail drawer joints, original metal hardware, integrated pipe holder slots inside the doors, and natural age-related patination on the timber.

These compact wooden cabinets serve as functional desktop organisers, stationery storage chests, or decorative display pieces on a sideboard, bookshelf, or home office desk.

Dust the timber regularly with a soft dry cloth and apply a high-quality beeswax polish annually along the grain to protect the original finish, avoiding silicone sprays and direct heat sources.
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