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1920s Apothecary’s Countertop Display Cabinet (1)
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1920s Apothecary’s Countertop Display Cabinet (1)

1900 - 1920
Description

A charming small mahogany countertop display cabinet, dating from the early 20th century.

Beautifully constructed with a solid mahogany frame and single glazed panels on all sides, including the top, allowing for excellent visibility of displayed items. The cabinet opens at the rear via a hinged door with a brass knob. Originally used in a apothecary’s shop to display medicines or fine goods. Perfect for showcasing small collectables, jewellery, or curios in a home or retail setting.

We currently have two available (sold separately), each slightly different, but clearly made as a matching pair.

Physical Dimensions
Height
27cm (10.63")
Width
38cm (14.96")
Depth
26.5cm (10.43")
Declaration

D and A Binder Ltd has dated this Apothecary Countertop Display Cabinet to the 1920s.

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SA1174498
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Description
A charming small mahogany countertop display cabinet, dating from the early 20th century.
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Beautifully constructed with a solid mahogany frame and single glazed panels on all sides, including the top, allowing for excellent visibility of displayed items.
D and A Binder Ltd

The cabinet opens at the rear via a hinged door with a brass knob. Originally used in a apothecary’s shop to display medicines or fine goods. Perfect for showcasing small collectables, jewellery, or curios in a home or retail setting.

We currently have two available (sold separately), each slightly different, but clearly made as a matching pair.

Height
27cm (10.63")
Width
38cm (14.96")
Depth
26.5cm (10.43")
Date of Manufacture

D and A Binder Ltd has dated this Apothecary Countertop Display Cabinet to the 1920s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1174498
D and A Binder Ltd
D and A Binder Ltd
Sellingantiques verified Since May 2015
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Archive I A rectangular 1920s countertop display cabinet featuring a polished mahogany frame with clear glass panels on all sides.

1920s Apothecary’s Countertop Display Cabinet (1)

Archive II A rectangular 1920s countertop display cabinet featuring a polished mahogany frame with clear glass panels on all sides. View II
Archive III A rectangular 1920s countertop display cabinet featuring a polished mahogany frame with clear glass panels on all sides. View III
Archive IV A rectangular 1920s countertop display cabinet featuring a polished mahogany frame with clear glass panels on all sides. View IV
Archive V A rectangular 1920s countertop display cabinet featuring a polished mahogany frame with clear glass panels on all sides. View V
Archive VI A rectangular 1920s countertop display cabinet featuring a polished mahogany frame with clear glass panels on all sides. View VI
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D and A Binder Ltd

D and A Binder Ltd
Telephone 020 7609 6300 or 07944 356 180
Location
101 Holloway Road
London
N7 8LT
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/danda
Verified Since May 2015
Items For Sale 156
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D and A Binder Ltd
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A rectangular 1920s countertop display cabinet featuring a polished mahogany frame with clear glass panels on all sides.
1920s Apothecary’s Countertop Display Cabinet (1)
Ref: SA1174498
A rectangular 1920s countertop display cabinet featuring a polished mahogany frame with clear glass panels on all sides.
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  • ObjectDisplay Cases
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • Style1920s Commercial
  • MaterialMahogany, Glass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsGlazed panels, Moulded wooden base, Framed glass lid, Mitred timber joins
  • SizeH 27 cm (11 in) x W 38 cm (15 in) x D 26.5 cm (10 in)

This countertop display cabinet originates from the 1920s commercial period and takes the form of a rectangular box intended for shop counters or sideboards. The construction incorporates warm brown mahogany with clear glazed panels on the top, sides, and front, joined by mitred corners and supported by a moulded wooden base. The timber exhibits a polished finish that highlights the grain, while the front framework creates a distinct aperture framing the interior space lined with a golden-brown wooden floor. Measuring 27 cm high, 38 cm wide, and 26.5 cm deep, the piece offers compact proportions suitable for desktop or tabletop display. Originally utilized in an apothecary's shop for medicines or fine goods, the cabinet serves well in a home today for showcasing small collectables, jewellery, or curios. Placement works effectively on top of a sideboard, desk, or countertop within a study, living room, or retail setting. The design allows visibility from multiple angles while protecting contents behind glass panels and a framed lid.

FAQs

A countertop display cabinet is a compact, glazed showcase originally designed for commercial environments such as apothecaries, haberdasheries, and jewellers to securely display small goods.

These pieces typically feature timber frames crafted from mahogany, oak, or walnut, combined with clear glass panels and a solid wooden base.

Authentic period cases exhibit fine timber joinery, historic surface wear on the base, thin glazing bars, and original glass with subtle imperfections consistent with early manufacturing methods.

Place the cabinet on a console table, desk, or sideboard to house small curated collections, natural history specimens, or personal items as a focal display.

Clean the glass using a lint-free cloth and mild glass cleaner applied directly to the cloth to prevent moisture contact with the wooden frame, which should be periodically conditioned with natural beeswax.
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