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1920s Mahogany Workshop Bank of Drawers
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1920s Mahogany Workshop Bank of Drawers

1900 - 1920
Description

A solid and characterful early 20th-century bank of drawers, likely originating from a workshop in the 1920s.

Crafted from African mahogany with a rich, time-worn finish, the piece features fourteen drawers fitted with brass handles. The drawers are dovetailed and retain subtle signs of workshop use, including wear and surface markings.

The cabinet stands on a solid plinth base, its simple rectangular form typical of early industrial and craftsman-made furniture. Perfect for use as a storage piece in a studio, office, retail interior, or home workspace.

H: 96 W: 130 D: 47 cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
96cm (37.80")
Width
130cm (51.18")
Depth
47cm (18.50")
Declaration

D and A Binder Ltd has dated these Mahogany Bank of Drawers to the 1920s.

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SA1179156
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Description
A solid and characterful early 20th-century bank of drawers, likely originating from a workshop in the 1920s.
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Crafted from African mahogany with a rich, time-worn finish, the piece features fourteen drawers fitted with brass handles.
D and A Binder Ltd

The drawers are dovetailed and retain subtle signs of workshop use, including wear and surface markings.

fig 1. A 1920s mahogany bank of ten drawers featuring inset brass campaign handles and a solid plinth base.
fig 1. 1920s Mahogany Workshop Bank of Drawers

The cabinet stands on a solid plinth base, its simple rectangular form typical of early industrial and craftsman-made furniture. Perfect for use as a storage piece in a studio, office, retail interior, or home workspace.

H: 96 W: 130 D: 47 cm

Height
96cm (37.80")
Width
130cm (51.18")
Depth
47cm (18.50")
Date of Manufacture

D and A Binder Ltd has dated these Mahogany Bank of Drawers to the 1920s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1179156
D and A Binder Ltd
D and A Binder Ltd
Sellingantiques verified Since May 2015
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Archive I A 1920s mahogany bank of ten drawers featuring inset brass campaign handles and a solid plinth base.

1920s Mahogany Workshop Bank of Drawers

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A 1920s mahogany bank of ten drawers featuring inset brass campaign handles and a solid plinth base.
1920s Mahogany Workshop Bank of Drawers
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A 1920s mahogany bank of ten drawers featuring inset brass campaign handles and a solid plinth base.
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  • ObjectChests of Drawers
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • Style1920s Industrial
  • MaterialMahogany, Brass
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsRecessed brass handles, Ten-drawer layout, Plinth base
  • SizeH 96 cm (38 in) x W 130 cm (51 in) x D 47 cm (19 in)

This early 20th-century bank of drawers dates from the 1920s in an industrial style, constructed from solid African mahogany with a rich dark brown, time-worn finish. The ten-drawer layout arranges storage in two vertical columns of five tiers, all fitted with rectangular recessed brass campaign handles. Subtle signs of workshop use appear across the wood surface, including historical marks and wear, while the simple rectangular cabinet rests directly upon a plain plinth base. Measuring 96 cm high by 130 cm wide and 47 cm deep, the unit offers substantial storage capacity. Practical placement includes a studio, office, retail interior, or home workspace to organise supplies and documents within a gentleman's library aesthetic. The utilitarian design brings functional storage to contemporary interiors while retaining honest visual character from its industrial origins.

FAQs

A 1920s workshop bank of drawers is a commercial storage unit designed with multiple small-to-medium drawers arranged in a grid formation. Built primarily for practical utility in trade environments, offices, or haberdasheries, these pieces typically utilise hard-wearing timber like mahogany and feature flush or recessed hardware to prevent snagging in tight working spaces.

Commercial units from the early 20th century were commonly constructed from durable hardwoods such as mahogany, oak, or pitch pine. The drawer linings often used pine or secondary hardwoods, while hardware typically featured cast or stamped brass, including campaign-style inset handles designed for durability and flush mounting.

Authentic pieces from the 1920s feature hand-cut or early machine-cut dovetail joints, solid timber drawer bases, and age-consistent wear around handles and bases. Look for natural oxidation on exposed brass fittings, uniform patination across high-touch surfaces, and secondary timber linings that display light shrinkage or historical tooling marks.

A substantial bank of drawers serves as a focal anchor in hallway spaces, living rooms, or home offices. Balance its visual weight by pairing the dark wood tones with minimalist ceramics, framed monochrome artwork on the wall above, or modern table lighting to highlight the timber grain.

Maintain the finish by dusting regularly with a soft, lint-free cloth and applying a clear beeswax polish once or twice a year to nourish the wood. Avoid abrasive chemicals on recessed brass handles, allowing the natural patina to remain intact while keeping the drawers clear of excess moisture.
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