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Mahogany Apothecary Box

19th century
Sold 3 May 2025 · Heathcote Antiques - S.A Webster
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Description

The mahogany box complete with all contents in very good condition , contents original nothing added the bottles with chemist labels for John Boyd Fore street Taunton.

Very good box.

Height 8"

Width 7 3/4"

Depth 7 3/4"

Physical Dimensions
Height
20cm (7.87")
Width
20cm (7.87")
Depth
20cm (7.87")
Declaration

Heathcote Antiques - S.A Webster has dated this Antique Mahogany Apothecary Box to the 19th Century.

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SA1097640
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mhw3904
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Description
The mahogany box complete with all contents in very good condition , contents original nothing added the bottles with chemist labels for John Boyd Fore street Taunton.

Very good box.

Height 8"

Width 7 3/4"

Depth 7 3/4"

Height
20cm (7.87")
Width
20cm (7.87")
Depth
20cm (7.87")
Date of Manufacture

Heathcote Antiques - S.A Webster has dated this Antique Mahogany Apothecary Box to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1097640
Dealers Internal Ref
mhw3904
Heathcote Antiques - S.A Webster
Heathcote Antiques - S.A Webster
Sellingantiques verified Since Sep 2010

Heathcote antiques ,a family run business

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An open antique mahogany apothecary box with fitted glass bottles in the top compartment and a pull-out drawer below containing various small medical instruments. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I An open antique mahogany apothecary box with fitted glass bottles in the top compartment and a pull-out drawer below containing various small medical instruments. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Mahogany Apothecary Box

Archive II An open antique mahogany apothecary box with fitted glass bottles in the top compartment and a pull-out drawer below containing various small medical instruments. View II
Archive III An open antique mahogany apothecary box with fitted glass bottles in the top compartment and a pull-out drawer below containing various small medical instruments. View III
Archive IV An open antique mahogany apothecary box with fitted glass bottles in the top compartment and a pull-out drawer below containing various small medical instruments. View IV
Archive V An open antique mahogany apothecary box with fitted glass bottles in the top compartment and a pull-out drawer below containing various small medical instruments. View V
Archive VI An open antique mahogany apothecary box with fitted glass bottles in the top compartment and a pull-out drawer below containing various small medical instruments. View VI
Archive VII An open antique mahogany apothecary box with fitted glass bottles in the top compartment and a pull-out drawer below containing various small medical instruments. View VII
Archive VIII An open antique mahogany apothecary box with fitted glass bottles in the top compartment and a pull-out drawer below containing various small medical instruments. View VIII
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Heathcote Antiques - S.A Webster

Heathcote Antiques - S.A Webster
Telephone 01535 635 250 or 07887 900572
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West Yorkshire
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/webster
Verified Since Sep 2010
Items For Sale 149
Items Sold 4,478
Heathcote Antiques - S.A Webster
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An open antique mahogany apothecary box with fitted glass bottles in the top compartment and a pull-out drawer below containing various small medical instruments.
Mahogany Apothecary Box
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An open antique mahogany apothecary box with fitted glass bottles in the top compartment and a pull-out drawer below containing various small medical instruments.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectBoxes and Chests
  • Period19th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialMahogany, Brass, Glass
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsFitted interior compartments, Brass key escutcheon, Pull-out lower drawer, Glass medicine bottles
  • SizeH 20 cm (8 in) x W 20 cm (8 in) x D 20 cm (8 in)

FAQs

Apothecary boxes were utilised from the 18th to the early 20th century by doctors, pharmacists, and travellers to safely store and transport medicines, potions, and medical instruments.

These chests were typically constructed from dense hardwoods like mahogany or oak, featuring dovetailed joints, brass hardware, and fitted internal compartments designed to secure glass bottles.

Authentic pieces exhibit hand-cut dovetailing, aged patination on the wood, original blown or pressed glass bottles, and period-appropriate brass escutcheons and locks.

Such items can be displayed as statement accent pieces on surfaces like sideboards or desks, serving as functional storage for small trinkets while adding historical character to a room.

Maintain the wood with occasional applications of microcrystalline wax, avoid placing the chest in direct sunlight or near heat sources, and clean glass components gently with mild soap and water.
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