Atropos Antiques has dated this piece to the 1860s.
J.c.dale collected extensively and named several species.
This cabinet housed the group hemiptera.

This cabinet is built in solid mahogany with ebonised drawer dividers and turned ebony knobs. The honduras mahogany is beautifully figured and the cabinet is in good unrestored condition. All the drawers are fitted with glazed frames to protect and display the contents held within.

This is a rare opportunity to own a truly historic piece of furniture previously owned by one of the greatest natural historians this country has ever produced.
All questions welcome.
Dimensions.
Height. 34.25 inches.
Width. 19 inches.
Front to back. 18 inches.
Drawers.
Width. 16.5 inches.
Front to back. 15.25 inches.
Overall depth. 1.5 inches.
Atropos Antiques has dated this piece to the 1860s.
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