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Unusual Antique Victorian Watch and Clock Repairer’s Chest
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Unusual Antique Victorian Watch and Clock Repairer’s Chest

19th century
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Unusual antique Victorian watch and clock repairer’s chest having a shaped gallery with a carved gilded phoenix to the centre above eight hand painted drawers displaying the words ‘The Finest Watch and Clock repairs's A C the Phoenix’ in original gold letters opening to reveal storage compartments with original brass knobs

H 43 x W 35.5 x D 16cm

Date 1860

Physical Dimensions
Height
43cm (16.93")
Width
35.5cm (13.98")
Depth
16cm (6.30")
Declaration

London City Antiques has dated this Victorian Watchmakers Chest to the 1860s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1238421
Dealers Internal Reference
1575
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Description
Unusual antique Victorian watch and clock repairer’s chest having a shaped gallery with a carved gilded phoenix to the centre above eight hand painted drawers displaying the words ‘The Finest Watch and Clock repairs's A C the Phoenix’ in original gold letters opening to reveal storage compartments with original brass knobs

H 43 x W 35.5 x D 16cm

Date 1860

Height
43cm (16.93")
Width
35.5cm (13.98")
Depth
16cm (6.30")
Date of Manufacture

London City Antiques has dated this Victorian Watchmakers Chest to the 1860s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1238421
Dealers Internal Ref
1575
London City Antiques
London City Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2020

At london city antiques we specialise in fine english antiques

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A dark wood Victorian desktop chest of eight shallow drawers featuring carved gilt lettering and a carved phoenix crest on the pediment.
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Archive I A dark wood Victorian desktop chest of eight shallow drawers featuring carved gilt lettering and a carved phoenix crest on the pediment.

Unusual Antique Victorian Watch and Clock Repairer’s Chest

Archive II A dark wood Victorian desktop chest of eight shallow drawers featuring carved gilt lettering and a carved phoenix crest on the pediment. View II
Archive III A dark wood Victorian desktop chest of eight shallow drawers featuring carved gilt lettering and a carved phoenix crest on the pediment. View III
Archive IV A dark wood Victorian desktop chest of eight shallow drawers featuring carved gilt lettering and a carved phoenix crest on the pediment. View IV
Archive V A dark wood Victorian desktop chest of eight shallow drawers featuring carved gilt lettering and a carved phoenix crest on the pediment. View V
Archive VI A dark wood Victorian desktop chest of eight shallow drawers featuring carved gilt lettering and a carved phoenix crest on the pediment. View VI
Archive VII A dark wood Victorian desktop chest of eight shallow drawers featuring carved gilt lettering and a carved phoenix crest on the pediment. View VII
Archive VIII A dark wood Victorian desktop chest of eight shallow drawers featuring carved gilt lettering and a carved phoenix crest on the pediment. View VIII
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Suffolk
IP9 2SD
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A dark wood Victorian desktop chest of eight shallow drawers featuring carved gilt lettering and a carved phoenix crest on the pediment.
Unusual Antique Victorian Watch And Clock Repairer’s Chest
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A dark wood Victorian desktop chest of eight shallow drawers featuring carved gilt lettering and a carved phoenix crest on the pediment.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectCollectors Cabinets
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialMahogany, Gilt Wood, Brass
  • ColourDark Brown, Gold
  • MotifsCarved phoenix pediment, Carved gilt lettering, Shallow drawers, Brass knobs
  • SizeH 43 cm (17 in) x W 35.5 cm (14 in) x D 16 cm (6 in)

FAQs

A watchmakers chest is a specialised multi-drawer storage unit designed for horologists to store micro-tools, replacement mainsprings, gears, and watch movement components in organized, shallow compartments.

Victorian trade cabinets were commonly constructed using dense hardwoods such as mahogany, oak, or pine, paired with brass drawer pulls and occasionally hand-carved or gilded timber details for commercial advertising.

Authentic pieces usually feature hand-cut dovetail drawer joints, original brass hardware, signs of historic workshop wear, hand-carved or stencilled trade lettering, and natural oxidisation consistent with nineteenth-century timber.

These compact drawer units serve as functional desktop organisers for modern study spaces, entryway storage for keys and small essentials, or display pieces atop a sideboard within dark academia and industrial-themed interiors.

Preserve the natural patina by dusting with a soft, dry lint-free cloth and applying a light coat of high-quality beeswax paste annually, avoiding harsh chemical cleaners that could strip original gilding or lacquer.
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