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Fabulous Antique Elm Oriental Chinese Apothecary Medicine Storage Chest Drawers
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Fabulous Antique Elm Oriental Chinese Apothecary Medicine Storage Chest Drawers

1900 - 1920
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Fabulous Antique Elm Oriental Chinese Apothecary Medicine Storage Chest Drawers

Depth: 510mm

Height: 1000mm

Width: 690mm

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Delivery is by a single driver courier to the curb side or ground floor door way of your property

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Richardsons Antiques has dated this Chinese Elm Apothecary Chest to the 1900s.

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Description
Fabulous Antique Elm Oriental Chinese Apothecary Medicine Storage Chest Drawers

Depth: 510mm

Height: 1000mm

Width: 690mm

SHIPPING & DELIVERY INFORMATION

UK Mainland Man & Van Furniture Delivery: £75

“
Delivery within approximately 14 working days from purchase for furniture items, please ensure your mobile number is correct and can confirm delivery details via SMS.
Richardsons Antiques

Delivery is by a single driver courier to the curb side or ground floor door way of your property

Excludes Scotland, Highlands & Islands - Please contact us to confirm price

Date of Manufacture

Richardsons Antiques has dated this Chinese Elm Apothecary Chest to the 1900s.

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A tall warm brown elm apothecary chest featuring sixteen small labelled drawers above two wider base drawers with metal ring pulls.
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Archive I A tall warm brown elm apothecary chest featuring sixteen small labelled drawers above two wider base drawers with metal ring pulls.

Fabulous Antique Elm Oriental Chinese Apothecary Medicine Storage Chest Drawers

Archive II A tall warm brown elm apothecary chest featuring sixteen small labelled drawers above two wider base drawers with metal ring pulls. View II
Archive III A tall warm brown elm apothecary chest featuring sixteen small labelled drawers above two wider base drawers with metal ring pulls. View III
Archive IV A tall warm brown elm apothecary chest featuring sixteen small labelled drawers above two wider base drawers with metal ring pulls. View IV
Archive V A tall warm brown elm apothecary chest featuring sixteen small labelled drawers above two wider base drawers with metal ring pulls. View V
Archive VI A tall warm brown elm apothecary chest featuring sixteen small labelled drawers above two wider base drawers with metal ring pulls. View VI
Archive VII A tall warm brown elm apothecary chest featuring sixteen small labelled drawers above two wider base drawers with metal ring pulls. View VII
Archive VIII A tall warm brown elm apothecary chest featuring sixteen small labelled drawers above two wider base drawers with metal ring pulls. View VIII
Archive IX A tall warm brown elm apothecary chest featuring sixteen small labelled drawers above two wider base drawers with metal ring pulls. View IX
Archive X A tall warm brown elm apothecary chest featuring sixteen small labelled drawers above two wider base drawers with metal ring pulls. View X
Archive XI A tall warm brown elm apothecary chest featuring sixteen small labelled drawers above two wider base drawers with metal ring pulls. View XI
Archive XII A tall warm brown elm apothecary chest featuring sixteen small labelled drawers above two wider base drawers with metal ring pulls. View XII
Archive XIII A tall warm brown elm apothecary chest featuring sixteen small labelled drawers above two wider base drawers with metal ring pulls. View XIII
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Richardsons Antiques
Telephone 01628 702698
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St Peters Road
Maidenhead
Berkshire
SL6
United Kingdom
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Verified Since Mar 2026
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A tall warm brown elm apothecary chest featuring sixteen small labelled drawers above two wider base drawers with metal ring pulls.
Fabulous Antique Elm Oriental Chinese Apothecary Medicine Storage Chest Drawers
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A tall warm brown elm apothecary chest featuring sixteen small labelled drawers above two wider base drawers with metal ring pulls.
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Historically known as a Yaogui, a Chinese apothecary chest was created for traditional pharmacies to store and organize hundreds of different medicinal herbs, roots, and minerals in individual labelled drawers.

These cabinets are predominantly constructed using solid regional hardwoods or softwoods such as Northern Elm (Yumu) or Cypress, held together with complex mortise and tenon joinery and fitted with hand-forged iron or brass hardware.

Authentic period pieces feature hand-carved joinery, original Chinese calligraphic drawer labels detailing herb names, natural wear around the metal ring pulls, and honest patination across the timber surface.

A Chinese apothecary cabinet serves as a textured accent piece in a hallway, home office, or living room, providing contrast against modern neutral walls while offering practical small-item storage.

Maintain the timber by dusting regularly with a dry cloth and applying a high-quality beeswax polish occasionally. Position the cabinet away from direct heat sources and high humidity to prevent timber movement.
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