A Very Fine Victorian Mahogany Collectors Cabinet. The Property of the Late J.c.dale. Circa 1870.

Name: A Very Fine Victorian Mahogany Collectors Cabinet. The Property of the Late J.c.dale. Circa 1870.
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA442701
Availability: SoldOut

19th century

Sold by Atropos Antiques

Description

This beautiful and unique cabinet was the property of the late j.c.dale, 13th december 1791 to 6th february 1872.

J.c.dale was possibly the foremost english entomologist of all time and was admired by the greatest names in natural history. He discovered and named many species including the lulworth skipper. There is much information about this famous entomologist and I am happy to pass on what literature I have regarding his history and life. It is very seldom that an item so closely related to a famous scientist and collector is offered on the market.

The cabinet is in first class condition and is constructed of finely figured honduras mahogany and 'fiddle back' veneers. The drawers have the original ebony single knobs and original double brass knobs.

This cabinet offers 24 capacious drawers held within a beautiful mahogany cabinet. It will lend itself to a multitude of collecting pursuits and will give practical and aesthetic pleasure to any owner.

All questions welcome and delivery is my speciality insuring care and damage free handling.

Dimensions.

Height. 36 inches.

Width. 54 inches.

Front to back. 21.5 inches.

Drawers.

Width. 22.5 inches.

Front to back. 16.5 inches.

Overall depth. 2 inches. (imperial depth).

Physical Dimensions

Height

92cm (36.22")

Width

137cm (53.94")

Depth

55cm (21.65")

Declaration

Atropos Antiques has dated this piece to the 1870s.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA442701

Dealers Internal Reference

3338

Dealers Notes

georgemorgan90@gmail.com

Description

This beautiful and unique cabinet was the property of the late j.c.dale, 13th december 1791 to 6th february 1872.

J.c.

“

dale was possibly the foremost english entomologist of all time and was admired by the greatest names in natural history.

Atropos Antiques

He discovered and named many species including the lulworth skipper. There is much information about this famous entomologist and I am happy to pass on what literature I have regarding his history and life. It is very seldom that an item so closely related to a famous scientist and collector is offered on the market.

fig 1. A VERY FINE VICTORIAN MAHOGANY COLLECTORS CABINET. THE PROPERTY OF THE LATE J.C.DALE. CIRCA 1870. — fig 1. A Very Fine Victorian Mahogany Collectors Cabinet. The Property of the Late J.c.dale. Circa 1870.

The cabinet is in first class condition and is constructed of finely figured honduras mahogany and 'fiddle back' veneers. The drawers have the original ebony single knobs and original double brass knobs.

fig 2. A VERY FINE VICTORIAN MAHOGANY COLLECTORS CABINET. THE PROPERTY OF THE LATE J.C.DALE. CIRCA 1870. — fig 2. A Very Fine Victorian Mahogany Collectors Cabinet. The Property of the Late J.c.dale. Circa 1870.

This cabinet offers 24 capacious drawers held within a beautiful mahogany cabinet. It will lend itself to a multitude of collecting pursuits and will give practical and aesthetic pleasure to any owner.