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Clark’s Anchor Cantilever Haberdashery Display
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Clark’s Anchor Cantilever Haberdashery Display

1940 - 1960
Description

An early to mid-20th-century oak countertop display box, originally used in haberdashery shops for Clark’s Anchor stranded cotton.

The box has three cantilevered sections and a hinged glazed lid, with a gold Anchor logo and “Fast Colors” plaque. The front is inscribed in gilt lettering: “Clark’s Anchor Stranded Cotton for Embroidery”.

Each level is divided into eight sections, originally intended to hold bundles of embroidery thread in different colours. The contents are included in the sale.

The cantilever mechanism opens by lifting the rear pull while steadying the lower front knob.

Condition Report

In excellent antique condition, with minor wear to the oak finish. Two of the lower internal dividers have bowed slightly, likely from prolonged pressure against them. This is noted for completeness and may be possible to improve by carefully countering the bend over time.

The photographs form part of the condition report, so please review them carefully. Further images or a video viewing can be provided on request. Viewings are welcome at our Southampton unit, strictly by appointment.

If you have any questions regarding this piece, please don't hesitate to get in touch.

Physical Dimensions
Height
10.8cm (4.25")
Width
41cm (16.14")
Depth
20.7cm (8.15")
Declaration

Steven Swann Antiques has dated this Cantilever Haberdashery Display Cabinet to the 1950s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1241538
Dealers Internal Reference
SA1870
Description
An early to mid-20th-century oak countertop display box, originally used in haberdashery shops for Clark’s Anchor stranded cotton.
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The box has three cantilevered sections and a hinged glazed lid, with a gold Anchor logo and “Fast Colors” plaque.
Steven Swann Antiques

The front is inscribed in gilt lettering: “Clark’s Anchor Stranded Cotton for Embroidery”.

fig 1. A dark wooden multi-tiered cantilever haberdashery display box with a glass lid bearing a yellow anchor logo, shown open with thread spools inside.
fig 1. Clark’s Anchor Cantilever Haberdashery Display

Each level is divided into eight sections, originally intended to hold bundles of embroidery thread in different colours. The contents are included in the sale.

The cantilever mechanism opens by lifting the rear pull while steadying the lower front knob.

fig 2. A dark wooden multi-tiered cantilever haberdashery display box with a glass lid bearing a yellow anchor logo, shown open with thread spools inside.
fig 2. Clark’s Anchor Cantilever Haberdashery Display

Condition Report

In excellent antique condition, with minor wear to the oak finish. Two of the lower internal dividers have bowed slightly, likely from prolonged pressure against them. This is noted for completeness and may be possible to improve by carefully countering the bend over time.

fig 3. A dark wooden multi-tiered cantilever haberdashery display box with a glass lid bearing a yellow anchor logo, shown open with thread spools inside.
fig 3. Clark’s Anchor Cantilever Haberdashery Display

The photographs form part of the condition report, so please review them carefully. Further images or a video viewing can be provided on request. Viewings are welcome at our Southampton unit, strictly by appointment.

If you have any questions regarding this piece, please don't hesitate to get in touch.

Height
10.8cm (4.25")
Width
41cm (16.14")
Depth
20.7cm (8.15")
Date of Manufacture

Steven Swann Antiques has dated this Cantilever Haberdashery Display Cabinet to the 1950s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1241538
Dealers Internal Ref
SA1870
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Archive I A dark wooden multi-tiered cantilever haberdashery display box with a glass lid bearing a yellow anchor logo, shown open with thread spools inside.

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United Kingdom

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A dark wooden multi-tiered cantilever haberdashery display box with a glass lid bearing a yellow anchor logo, shown open with thread spools inside.
Clark’s Anchor Cantilever Haberdashery Display
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A dark wooden multi-tiered cantilever haberdashery display box with a glass lid bearing a yellow anchor logo, shown open with thread spools inside.
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  • ObjectHaberdashery Displays
  • Period1940 - 1960
  • StyleEarly 20th Century
  • MaterialOak, Glass, Brass
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsCantilever tiers, Glass display lid, Brass hinges, Compartmentalised trays
  • SizeH 10.8 cm (4 in) x W 41 cm (16 in) x D 20.7 cm (8 in)

An early to mid-20th-century oak countertop display box, originally used in haberdashery shops for Clark’s Anchor stranded cotton. The piece is finished in dark brown and has three cantilevered tiers, a hinged glass display lid, and brass hinges. The glass lid bears a yellow anchor logo and a gold plaque, while the front is inscribed in gilt lettering. Each level contains compartmentalised trays divided into eight sections, filled with spools of thread and embroidery skeins in various colours such as pink, yellow, green, and blue. The brass operating mechanism includes metal support arms and small side handles. Minor wear is visible on the dark wooden finish, and two of the internal dividers show slight bowing. The display box measures 10.8 cm high, 41 cm wide, and 20.7 cm deep. This item serves as a functional storage accessory and sits on a sideboard top or tabletop in a living room, craft room, or study.

FAQs

Cantilever haberdashery display boxes were commercial storage units used in 19th and early 20th-century draperies and craft shops to store and showcase sewing threads, embroidery silks, and notions.

These displays typically feature stained hardwoods such as oak or mahogany, coupled with brass cantilever hinges, glass viewing tops, and internal dividers or fabric linings.

Authentic pieces often display gold leaf or stencilled brand transfers on the glass or wood, precision brass linkage mechanisms, stamped maker marks, and internal compartment tray partitioning.

Positioned on a sideboard, desk, or deep window sill, these items serve as functional storage for small keepsakes, jewellery, or artist supplies while adding historical interest.

Clean glass surfaces with a microfibre cloth, avoid harsh chemical cleaners on gilt transfers, and apply microcrystalline wax sparingly to preserve the timber finish and brass fittings.
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