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Mahogany Instrument Case for a Victorian Dentist
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Mahogany Instrument Case for a Victorian Dentist

19th century
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Description

Made by Claudius Ash & Sons in the last quarter of the 19th Century, this extremely well made instrument box was owned by a dental surgeon, C F P Baly, who became a member of the Royal College of Physicians in November 1894.

The box has a hinged top for papers and letters, a brass locking bar to keep the 5 graduated drawers from opening when shut, a carrying handle and locking hooks on either side. All the drawers are lined in blue velvet and it is in excellent original condition.

Size:

Height - 10.5" (26.5cm)

Width - 11.75" (29.5cm)

Depth - 8.75" (22cm)

Physical Dimensions
Height
27cm (10.63")
Width
30cm (11.81")
Depth
22cm (8.66")
Declaration

AJD Antiques has dated this Victorian Mahogany Instrument Case to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers
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SA868170
Dealers Internal Reference
30840
Description
Made by Claudius Ash & Sons in the last quarter of the 19th Century, this extremely well made instrument box was owned by a dental surgeon, C F P Baly, who became a member of the Royal College of Physicians in November 1894.
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The box has a hinged top for papers and letters, a brass locking bar to keep the 5 graduated drawers from opening when shut, a carrying handle and locking hooks on either side.
AJD Antiques

All the drawers are lined in blue velvet and it is in excellent original condition.

Size:

Height - 10.5" (26.5cm)

Width - 11.75" (29.5cm)

Depth - 8.75" (22cm)

Height
27cm (10.63")
Width
30cm (11.81")
Depth
22cm (8.66")
Date of Manufacture

AJD Antiques has dated this Victorian Mahogany Instrument Case to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers
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SA868170
Dealers Internal Ref
30840
AJD Antiques
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Founder of ajd antiques, jonathan dyas has a life-long passion for sourcing and returning to the market an eclectic range of antiques.

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Mahogany Instrument Case for a Victorian Dentist

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A Victorian mahogany instrument chest featuring a hinged top lid and five graduated drawers lined with dark blue velvet.
Mahogany Instrument Case for a Victorian Dentist
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A Victorian mahogany instrument chest featuring a hinged top lid and five graduated drawers lined with dark blue velvet.
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FAQs

During the Victorian era, medical and dental professionals utilised portable wooden chests to store, organize, and transport specialised tools. These cases were manufactured by surgical instrument makers, featuring fitted velvet compartments designed to protect delicate instruments.

These cases were typically constructed from durable hardwoods such as mahogany or walnut to withstand frequent travel. The interiors were commonly lined with velvet, baize, or silk, while external fittings were made from brass.

Authentic pieces feature period construction details including hand-cut dovetail joints, cast brass hardware, and specialized compartmentalisation. Wear patterns around the drawer handles, lock escutcheon, and interior velvet lining also indicate genuine age.

An antique instrument case functions effectively as a desktop organiser on a study desk or side table. It provides compartmentalised storage for stationery, jewellery, or small collected objects within dark academia or traditional decorative schemes.

Dust the exterior mahogany regularly with a soft cloth and apply beeswax polish sparingly along the wood grain to maintain the finish. Clean the interior velvet gently with a soft brush, avoiding liquid cleaners to prevent staining or glue dissolution.
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