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Anglo-indian Desktop Smokers Cabinet,c1880
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Anglo-indian Desktop Smokers Cabinet,c1880

19th century
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Attractive 19th century Anglo-Indian desktop smokers cabinet,c1880. The cabinet is hardwood (weighing 1.6kg) with silver plated escutcheon, decorative shield and edging to the top. The door is decorated with a carved central figure which appears to be a Hindu deity. The interior has a shelf and brackets, presumably for holding pipes. The wood has taken on great colour/patina and this is an attractive and functional box / small cupboard which will sit on a desk/table or hang on a wall. Overall condition is good with only very minor surface wear in line with age and use. Please refer to the detailed photographs and feel free to contact me if you would like to view the item or have any questions.

Price includes FREE UK delivery. Please contact me regarding international delivery.

Size: 25cm tall x 24cm wide x 16cm deep, weight 1.6kg.

Physical Dimensions
Height
25cm (9.84")
Width
24cm (9.45")
Depth
16cm (6.30")
Declaration

Curious Antiques has dated this Anglo Indian Smokers Cabinet to the 19th Century.

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SA910803
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Curious Antiques specialises in sourcing fine, rare and unusual antiques and curiosities. We are passionate about customer satisfaction and will do all we can to ensure you are happy and in the unlikely event you are not offer a no questions asked returns policy. We accept payment via paypal, bank transfer, cheque and cash.

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Attractive 19th century Anglo-Indian desktop smokers cabinet,c1880. The cabinet is hardwood (weighing 1.6kg) with silver plated escutcheon, decorative shield and edging to the top. The door is decorated with a carved central figure which appears to be a Hindu deity. The interior has a shelf and brackets, presumably for holding pipes.
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The wood has taken on great colour/patina and this is an attractive and functional box / small cupboard which will sit on a desk/table or hang on a wall.
Curious Antiques

Overall condition is good with only very minor surface wear in line with age and use. Please refer to the detailed photographs and feel free to contact me if you would like to view the item or have any questions.

Price includes FREE UK delivery. Please contact me regarding international delivery.

Size: 25cm tall x 24cm wide x 16cm deep, weight 1.6kg.

Height
25cm (9.84")
Width
24cm (9.45")
Depth
16cm (6.30")
Date of Manufacture

Curious Antiques has dated this Anglo Indian Smokers Cabinet to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA910803
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Midland Road
North Walsham
Norfolk
NR28 9JR
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A late 19th-century oak desktop smokers cabinet featuring brass corner mounts and a central relief carving of an Indian deity.
Anglo-Indian Desktop Smokers Cabinet,c1880
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A late 19th-century oak desktop smokers cabinet featuring brass corner mounts and a central relief carving of an Indian deity.
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FAQs

An Anglo-Indian smokers cabinet is a late 19th-century desktop storage box crafted to store cigars, tobacco, and pipes. These pieces merge British utilitarian forms with Indian hand-carving traditions and motif work.

These cabinets were predominantly crafted from dense hardwoods such as oak, teak, or rosewood, and finished with decorative brass fittings including corner mounts, escutcheons, and top plates.

Authentic pieces feature relief carvings depicting regional deities or botanical motifs, combined with Western-style cabinet construction, Victorian hardware, and hand-cut joinery.

Position the cabinet on a study desk, sideboard, or bookshelf. The dark wood and detailed carving serve as a textural accent alongside neutral backdrops or brass accessories.

Remove dust using a soft, dry bristle brush to reach recessed areas of the carving. Apply a light coat of natural beeswax polish annually, avoiding harsh chemicals and excessive moisture.
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