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Fabulous English 19th Century Antique Apothecary Chest of Drawers
Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd
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Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd

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Fabulous English 19th Century Antique Apothecary Chest of Drawers

19th century
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Fabulous English 19th Century Antique Apothecary Chest of Drawers

This is a super English antique mahogany apothecary chest of drawers, each of the twenty four drawers has the original glass handles and brass name plates. Dating to around 1870 and originally used in a chemist shop. Stands on an original reddy painted pine pot board base that is a lovely colour. In very good condition, a decorative piece of English antique furniture.

Dimensions

Height: 122cm (48.41")

Width: 135cm (53.57")

Depth: 29cm (11.51")

Physical Dimensions
Height
122cm (48.03")
Width
135cm (53.15")
Depth
29cm (11.42")
Declaration

Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd has dated these Antique Apothecary Chest Drawers to the 19th Century.

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SA1220642
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Fabulous English 19th Century Antique Apothecary Chest of Drawers
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This is a super English antique mahogany apothecary chest of drawers, each of the twenty four drawers has the original glass handles and brass name plates.
Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd

Dating to around 1870 and originally used in a chemist shop. Stands on an original reddy painted pine pot board base that is a lovely colour. In very good condition, a decorative piece of English antique furniture.

Dimensions

Height: 122cm (48.41")

Width: 135cm (53.57")

Depth: 29cm (11.51")

Height
122cm (48.03")
Width
135cm (53.15")
Depth
29cm (11.42")
Date of Manufacture

Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd has dated these Antique Apothecary Chest Drawers to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1220642
Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd
Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd
Sellingantiques verified Since May 2009

34 years in the antiques trade, miles is constantly sourcing interesting, original, mainly english antique furniture and accessories.

Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd Profile Page

Trade Associations

Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd is a registered member of LAPADA 

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A 19th-century English apothecary cabinet featuring twenty-four dark timber drawers with brass label holders, set within a distressed red-painted frame on a raised stand.
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Archive I A 19th-century English apothecary cabinet featuring twenty-four dark timber drawers with brass label holders, set within a distressed red-painted frame on a raised stand.

Fabulous English 19th Century Antique Apothecary Chest of Drawers

Archive II A 19th-century English apothecary cabinet featuring twenty-four dark timber drawers with brass label holders, set within a distressed red-painted frame on a raised stand. View II
Archive III A 19th-century English apothecary cabinet featuring twenty-four dark timber drawers with brass label holders, set within a distressed red-painted frame on a raised stand. View III
Archive IV A 19th-century English apothecary cabinet featuring twenty-four dark timber drawers with brass label holders, set within a distressed red-painted frame on a raised stand. View IV
Archive V A 19th-century English apothecary cabinet featuring twenty-four dark timber drawers with brass label holders, set within a distressed red-painted frame on a raised stand. View V
Archive VI A 19th-century English apothecary cabinet featuring twenty-four dark timber drawers with brass label holders, set within a distressed red-painted frame on a raised stand. View VI
Archive VII A 19th-century English apothecary cabinet featuring twenty-four dark timber drawers with brass label holders, set within a distressed red-painted frame on a raised stand. View VII
Archive VIII A 19th-century English apothecary cabinet featuring twenty-four dark timber drawers with brass label holders, set within a distressed red-painted frame on a raised stand. View VIII
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Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd

Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd
Telephone 01524 241716
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North Yorkshire
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/mga
Verified Since May 2009
Items For Sale 164
Items Sold 10,612
Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd
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A 19th-century English apothecary cabinet featuring twenty-four dark timber drawers with brass label holders, set within a distressed red-painted frame on a raised stand.
Fabulous English 19th Century Antique Apothecary Chest of Drawers
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A 19th-century English apothecary cabinet featuring twenty-four dark timber drawers with brass label holders, set within a distressed red-painted frame on a raised stand.
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Apothecary chests were originally constructed for medical practitioners, pharmacies, and herbalists to systematically sort and store dried herbs, chemical compounds, and equipment in individual small compartments.

These storage pieces were typically crafted using durable softwoods like pine or hardwoods such as oak and mahogany, frequently fitted with brass label holders and glass or turned wooden knobs.

Authentic items generally exhibit hand-cut dovetail joints, structural wear consistent with age, natural oxidisation on original brass hardware, and occasionally remnants of historical paper or painted drawer labels.

An apothecary chest serves as a functional focal point in a hallway, dining room, or study, providing extensive concealed storage while adding historic texture to modern decor.

Dust surfaces using a dry, soft microfibre cloth, and avoid liquid cleansers or abrasive chemicals that may strip delicate painted finishes or loosen historical patinas.
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