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Mahogany Collectors Cabinet / Specimen Cabinet
Athey Antiques
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Mahogany Collectors Cabinet / Specimen Cabinet

19th century
For Sale by Athey Antiques
Description

Mahogany collectors / specimen cabinet.

The glazed door with working lock and key opens to reveal six drawers, all with the original turned wooden knob handles, all the drawers are fitted with various compartments, raised on a plinth base.

With normal wear & tear commensurate with age, this super cabinet is in overall good condition.

Please contact us for further information.

Reasonably priced delivery available.

Height 24.5" 62 cm

Width 19" 49 cm

Depth 12.5" 32 cm

All sizes approximate.

Physical Dimensions
Height
62cm (24.41")
Width
49cm (19.29")
Depth
32cm (12.60")
Declaration

Athey Antiques has dated this Antique Mahogany Specimen Cabinet to the 1880s.

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SA1224977
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ath3859
Description
Mahogany collectors / specimen cabinet.
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The glazed door with working lock and key opens to reveal six drawers, all with the original turned wooden knob handles, all the drawers are fitted with various compartments, raised on a plinth base.
Athey Antiques
fig 1. An antique warm brown mahogany specimen cabinet featuring five shallow drawers with wooden knob handles set behind a framed front on a plinth base.
fig 1. Mahogany Collectors Cabinet / Specimen Cabinet

With normal wear & tear commensurate with age, this super cabinet is in overall good condition.

Please contact us for further information.

Reasonably priced delivery available.

Height 24.5" 62 cm

Width 19" 49 cm

Depth 12.5" 32 cm

All sizes approximate.

Height
62cm (24.41")
Width
49cm (19.29")
Depth
32cm (12.60")
Date of Manufacture

Athey Antiques has dated this Antique Mahogany Specimen Cabinet to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1224977
Dealers Internal Ref
ath3859
Athey Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Dec 2010
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Archive I An antique warm brown mahogany specimen cabinet featuring five shallow drawers with wooden knob handles set behind a framed front on a plinth base.

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Telephone 01665 604229 or 07836 718350
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Alnwick
Northumberland
NE66 1JQ
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An antique warm brown mahogany specimen cabinet featuring five shallow drawers with wooden knob handles set behind a framed front on a plinth base.
Mahogany collectors cabinet / specimen cabinet
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An antique warm brown mahogany specimen cabinet featuring five shallow drawers with wooden knob handles set behind a framed front on a plinth base.
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Specimen cabinets were developed during the 18th and 19th centuries to house private natural history collections, coins, medals, and botanical samples. They feature series of shallow drawers designed to organise and protect delicate items from dust and light exposure.

High-grade dense hardwoods such as mahogany, walnut, and oak were primary materials due to their stability and resistance to warping. Drawer linings often utilised soft cedar, baize, or paper, while glass panels allowed viewing without exposing contents to environmental contaminants.

Authentic 19th-century cabinets typically exhibit hand-cut dovetail drawer joints, original brass or turned wood handles, and natural wear patterns along drawer runners. Examining the reverse and undersides reveals hand-sawn timber marks and age-appropriate oxidisation of metal hardware.

A collector cabinet functions effectively as an accent piece in a study, hallway, or living space to store jewellery, documents, or small art objects. Placing the unit alongside modern minimalist furnishings provides contrast while retaining practical storage capabilities.

Preservation requires keeping the mahogany piece away from direct sunlight and fluctuating humidity levels to prevent timber movement or fading. Cleaning should be limited to wiping with a soft, dry cloth and applying beeswax polish annually along the grain.
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