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Early 19th Century Fitted Mahogany Military Apothecary’s Box
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Early 19th Century Fitted Mahogany Military Apothecary’s Box

19th century
Sold 28 January 2026 · W.R. Harvey & Co. (Antiques) Ltd
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Description

A very good early 19th Century Fitted Mahogany Military Apothecary’s Box, the hinged lid opening to a full set of stoppered bottles above two drawers with a range of fitments, compartments etc. This well fitted box comes with a hand written book entitled" A Short Account of the Most Common Diseases incident to Armies with the Method of Cure translated from the original of Baron Van Swieten Physician to there Imperial Majesties"

There is also a label inside which states "No.2 Medicine Chest, The property of the late Dr. Beale Cooper of Evesham"

Ca. 1820

Height: 14”, 36 cms.

Width: 12”, 30 cms.

Depth: 9”, 23 cms

Physical Dimensions
Height
36cm (14.17")
Width
30cm (11.81")
Depth
23cm (9.06")
Declaration

W.R. Harvey & Co. (Antiques) Ltd has dated this Mahogany Military Apothecary Box to the Regency era.

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SA635223
Dealers Internal Reference
HB23
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Description
A very good early 19th Century Fitted Mahogany Military Apothecary’s Box, the hinged lid opening to a full set of stoppered bottles above two drawers with a range of fitments, compartments etc. This well fitted box comes with a hand written book entitled" A Short Account of the Most Common Diseases incident to Armies with the Method of Cure translated from the original of Baron Van Swieten Physician to there Imperial Majesties"
fig 1. An open mahogany military apothecary box containing numerous glass medicine bottles, featuring a pull-out lower drawer and a separate compartment tray placed in front.
fig 1. Early 19th Century Fitted Mahogany Military Apothecary’s Box

There is also a label inside which states "No.2 Medicine Chest, The property of the late Dr. Beale Cooper of Evesham"

Ca. 1820

Height: 14”, 36 cms.

Width: 12”, 30 cms.

Depth: 9”, 23 cms

Height
36cm (14.17")
Width
30cm (11.81")
Depth
23cm (9.06")
Date of Manufacture

W.R. Harvey & Co. (Antiques) Ltd has dated this Mahogany Military Apothecary Box to the Regency era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA635223
Dealers Internal Ref
HB23
W.R. Harvey & Co. (Antiques) Ltd
W.R. Harvey & Co. (Antiques) Ltd
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Specialists in 17th-18th and early 19th century fine english furniture, art, clocks and other objets d'art

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W.R. Harvey & Co. (Antiques) Ltd is a registered member of LAPADA 

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Archive I An open mahogany military apothecary box containing numerous glass medicine bottles, featuring a pull-out lower drawer and a separate compartment tray placed in front. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Early 19th Century Fitted Mahogany Military Apothecary’s Box

Archive II An open mahogany military apothecary box containing numerous glass medicine bottles, featuring a pull-out lower drawer and a separate compartment tray placed in front. View II
Archive III An open mahogany military apothecary box containing numerous glass medicine bottles, featuring a pull-out lower drawer and a separate compartment tray placed in front. View III
Archive IV An open mahogany military apothecary box containing numerous glass medicine bottles, featuring a pull-out lower drawer and a separate compartment tray placed in front. View IV
Archive V An open mahogany military apothecary box containing numerous glass medicine bottles, featuring a pull-out lower drawer and a separate compartment tray placed in front. View V
Archive VI An open mahogany military apothecary box containing numerous glass medicine bottles, featuring a pull-out lower drawer and a separate compartment tray placed in front. View VI
Archive VII An open mahogany military apothecary box containing numerous glass medicine bottles, featuring a pull-out lower drawer and a separate compartment tray placed in front. View VII
Archive VIII An open mahogany military apothecary box containing numerous glass medicine bottles, featuring a pull-out lower drawer and a separate compartment tray placed in front. View VIII
Archive IX An open mahogany military apothecary box containing numerous glass medicine bottles, featuring a pull-out lower drawer and a separate compartment tray placed in front. View IX
Archive X An open mahogany military apothecary box containing numerous glass medicine bottles, featuring a pull-out lower drawer and a separate compartment tray placed in front. View X
Archive XI An open mahogany military apothecary box containing numerous glass medicine bottles, featuring a pull-out lower drawer and a separate compartment tray placed in front. View XI
Archive XII An open mahogany military apothecary box containing numerous glass medicine bottles, featuring a pull-out lower drawer and a separate compartment tray placed in front. View XII
Archive XIII An open mahogany military apothecary box containing numerous glass medicine bottles, featuring a pull-out lower drawer and a separate compartment tray placed in front. View XIII
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W.R. Harvey & Co. (Antiques) Ltd
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Witney
Oxfordshire
OX28 6BU
United Kingdom
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An open mahogany military apothecary box containing numerous glass medicine bottles, featuring a pull-out lower drawer and a separate compartment tray placed in front.
Early 19th Century Fitted Mahogany Military Apothecary’s Box
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An open mahogany military apothecary box containing numerous glass medicine bottles, featuring a pull-out lower drawer and a separate compartment tray placed in front.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectBoxes and Chests
  • Period19th century
  • StyleRegency / Campaign
  • MaterialMahogany, Brass, Glass
  • ColourRich Brown
  • MotifsFlush brass handles, Dovetailed joints, Fitted compartmentalised interior, Recessed brass keyhole escutcheon
  • SizeH 36 cm (14 in) x W 30 cm (12 in) x D 23 cm (9 in)

FAQs

Military apothecary chests were utilised by surgeons and doctors during campaigns in the 19th century to transport essential medicines, tinctures, and instruments safely in the field.

These chests were typically constructed from durable timber such as mahogany, reinforced with brass corners and flush recessed handles to withstand the rigours of travel.

Authentic pieces exhibit period-appropriate dovetail joints, hand-blown glass bottles with ground stoppers, aged brass hardware, and natural timber patina consistent with early 19th-century craftsmanship.

An antique medical chest can be displayed as a focal point on a study desk or console table, serving both as a conversational artefact and practical storage for small items.

Preserve wooden boxes by keeping them away from direct sunlight and major humidity fluctuations, occasionally treating the timber with appropriate microcrystalline wax to maintain the finish.
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