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A Splendid Victorian Microscope Slide Cabinet for Collectors. Circa 1890
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A Splendid Victorian Microscope Slide Cabinet for Collectors. Circa 1890

19th century
For Sale by Atropos Antiques
Description

A very original victorian mahogany microscope slide cabinet capable of housing over 1000 slides in excellent condition.

These cabinets were prolific in the world of medicine and natural history and microscopy was a very popular hobby in the late 19th/early 20th century.

Sometimes these cabinets cross over into other collecting pursuits where storage, display and protection of small objects is required.

Delivery can be arranged.

Dimensions.

Height. 16.5 inches.

Width. 15.75 inches.

Front to back. 13.5 inches.

Slide capacity. 1000+

Physical Dimensions
Height
42cm (16.54")
Width
40cm (15.75")
Depth
34cm (13.39")
Declaration

Atropos Antiques has dated this Victorian Microscope Slide Cabinet to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1182219
Dealers Internal Reference
5078
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georgemorgan90@gmail.com

Description
A very original victorian mahogany microscope slide cabinet capable of housing over 1000 slides in excellent condition.
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These cabinets were prolific in the world of medicine and natural history and microscopy was a very popular hobby in the late 19th/early 20th century.
Atropos Antiques
fig 1. A Victorian mahogany tabletop microscope slide cabinet with a glass front door, numbered shallow drawers, and an inset brass carrying handle on top.
fig 1. A Splendid Victorian Microscope Slide Cabinet for Collectors. Circa 1890

Sometimes these cabinets cross over into other collecting pursuits where storage, display and protection of small objects is required.

Delivery can be arranged.

Dimensions.

Height. 16.5 inches.

Width. 15.75 inches.

Front to back. 13.5 inches.

Slide capacity. 1000+

Height
42cm (16.54")
Width
40cm (15.75")
Depth
34cm (13.39")
Date of Manufacture

Atropos Antiques has dated this Victorian Microscope Slide Cabinet to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1182219
Dealers Internal Ref
5078
Atropos Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Nov 2011
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Archive I A Victorian mahogany tabletop microscope slide cabinet with a glass front door, numbered shallow drawers, and an inset brass carrying handle on top.

A Splendid Victorian Microscope Slide Cabinet for Collectors. Circa 1890

Archive II A Victorian mahogany tabletop microscope slide cabinet with a glass front door, numbered shallow drawers, and an inset brass carrying handle on top. View II
Archive III A Victorian mahogany tabletop microscope slide cabinet with a glass front door, numbered shallow drawers, and an inset brass carrying handle on top. View III
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Atropos Antiques
Telephone 07973 302190
Location
The Old W.I. Hall
Springfield
Hartland
North Devon
EX39 6BG
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/atropos
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A Victorian mahogany tabletop microscope slide cabinet with a glass front door, numbered shallow drawers, and an inset brass carrying handle on top.
A SPLENDID VICTORIAN MICROSCOPE SLIDE CABINET FOR COLLECTORS. CIRCA 1890
Ref: SA1182219
A Victorian mahogany tabletop microscope slide cabinet with a glass front door, numbered shallow drawers, and an inset brass carrying handle on top.
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  • ObjectSpecimen Cabinets
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialMahogany, Glass, Brass
  • ColourWarm Mahogany
  • MotifsGlazed front door, Inset brass handle, Shallow slotted trays, Brass keyhole escutcheon
  • SizeH 42 cm (17 in) x W 40 cm (16 in) x D 34 cm (13 in)

This Victorian specimen cabinet takes the form of a tabletop mahogany storage unit designed for microscope slides. The warm mahogany timber shows polished surfaces with grain patterns, a glazed front door displaying numerous shallow slotted trays with tiny metal handles, an inset brass carrying handle on the flat top, and a brass keyhole escutcheon on the door stile. Measuring 42 cm high, 40 cm wide, and 34 cm deep, the compact shape sits neatly on flat surfaces. Today, this piece serves as storage for small collectibles on an office desk, library table, or display shelf. The enclosed glass door protects delicate items while keeping them visible for study or admiration. The traditional Victorian design fits well into studies, home offices, and period interiors requiring orderly organization for small artefacts.

FAQs

A Victorian microscope slide cabinet is a specialised piece of scientific furniture designed in the nineteenth century to store glass slides. These cabinets feature multiple shallow wooden drawers fitted with slots or grooves to keep individual prepared specimens organised and protected from dust and damage.

These cabinets were predominantly crafted from dense hardwoods such as mahogany, oak, or walnut to ensure structural stability. The interiors featured pine or mahogany slide trays, brass flush-fitting handles, brass keyhole escutcheons, and clear glass door panels.

Authentic pieces display period construction techniques, including hand-cut dovetail joints, original brass hardware with natural oxidisation, and precise wooden drawer runners. The drawers often feature hand-written or stamped numbering alongside original porcelain or bone pull knobs.

A tabletop slide cabinet functions well on an office desk, console table, or library shelf as a focal display piece. Its compact footprint and rich wood tones integrate seamlessly into traditional, dark academia, or modern eclectic interior schemes.

Maintain the finish by dusting regularly with a soft, dry microfibre cloth and applying a high-quality beeswax polish once or twice a year along the grain. Keep the cabinet away from direct sunlight, radiators, and areas of high humidity to prevent timber shrinkage or warping.
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