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1930s Display Cabinet
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1930s Display Cabinet

1920 - 1940
Description

A striking and highly decorative 1930s cocktail display cabinet converted for use in a pharmacy , with a reverse-painted glass advertising panels. The cabinet is veneered in beautifully burr walnut and finished in a warm tone that highlights the natural character of the wood. The upper section is fitted with large glass panels to the front and sides, allowing items displayed inside to be viewed clearly from multiple angles.

The glass doors have a painted glass signage, reading “Pharmacy,” “Druggist,” “Herbalist,” and “& Perfume,” along with the name “Walton and Son” across the central panels.

Below, the cabinet features a pair of doors decorated with the “Balms, Potions, Elixirs” and “Pure Herbal Tonics,” opening to reveal useful internal storage. The cabinet stands on elegant carved cabriole legs, adding a refined and slightly traditional touch to what was originally a practical piece of shop furniture.

A wonderful and unusual example of early retail display furniture, equally suited to a boutique interior, bar display, or as a distinctive statement piece in the home.

Physical Dimensions
Height
168cm (66.14")
Width
98cm (38.58")
Depth
49cm (19.29")
Declaration

D and A Binder Ltd has dated this Vintage Chemist Display Cabinet to the 1930s.

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SA1203354
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Description
A striking and highly decorative 1930s cocktail display cabinet converted for use in a pharmacy , with a reverse-painted glass advertising panels.
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The cabinet is veneered in beautifully burr walnut and finished in a warm tone that highlights the natural character of the wood.
D and A Binder Ltd

The upper section is fitted with large glass panels to the front and sides, allowing items displayed inside to be viewed clearly from multiple angles.

fig 1. A 1930s burr walnut display cabinet featuring two glazed doors with gilded pharmacy lettering above a two-door base cupboard on cabriole legs.
fig 1. 1930s Display Cabinet

The glass doors have a painted glass signage, reading “Pharmacy,” “Druggist,” “Herbalist,” and “& Perfume,” along with the name “Walton and Son” across the central panels.

Below, the cabinet features a pair of doors decorated with the “Balms, Potions, Elixirs” and “Pure Herbal Tonics,” opening to reveal useful internal storage. The cabinet stands on elegant carved cabriole legs, adding a refined and slightly traditional touch to what was originally a practical piece of shop furniture.

A wonderful and unusual example of early retail display furniture, equally suited to a boutique interior, bar display, or as a distinctive statement piece in the home.

Height
168cm (66.14")
Width
98cm (38.58")
Depth
49cm (19.29")
Date of Manufacture

D and A Binder Ltd has dated this Vintage Chemist Display Cabinet to the 1930s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1203354
D and A Binder Ltd
D and A Binder Ltd
Sellingantiques verified Since May 2015
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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the D and A Binder Ltd Profile Page

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Archive I A 1930s burr walnut display cabinet featuring two glazed doors with gilded pharmacy lettering above a two-door base cupboard on cabriole legs.

1930s Display Cabinet

Archive II A 1930s burr walnut display cabinet featuring two glazed doors with gilded pharmacy lettering above a two-door base cupboard on cabriole legs. View II
Archive III A 1930s burr walnut display cabinet featuring two glazed doors with gilded pharmacy lettering above a two-door base cupboard on cabriole legs. View III
Archive IV A 1930s burr walnut display cabinet featuring two glazed doors with gilded pharmacy lettering above a two-door base cupboard on cabriole legs. View IV
Archive V A 1930s burr walnut display cabinet featuring two glazed doors with gilded pharmacy lettering above a two-door base cupboard on cabriole legs. View V
Archive VI A 1930s burr walnut display cabinet featuring two glazed doors with gilded pharmacy lettering above a two-door base cupboard on cabriole legs. View VI
Archive VII A 1930s burr walnut display cabinet featuring two glazed doors with gilded pharmacy lettering above a two-door base cupboard on cabriole legs. View VII
Archive VIII A 1930s burr walnut display cabinet featuring two glazed doors with gilded pharmacy lettering above a two-door base cupboard on cabriole legs. View VIII
Archive IX A 1930s burr walnut display cabinet featuring two glazed doors with gilded pharmacy lettering above a two-door base cupboard on cabriole legs. View IX
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D and A Binder Ltd

D and A Binder Ltd
Telephone 020 7609 6300 or 07944 356 180
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101 Holloway Road
London
N7 8LT
United Kingdom
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Verified Since May 2015
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A 1930s burr walnut display cabinet featuring two glazed doors with gilded pharmacy lettering above a two-door base cupboard on cabriole legs.
1930s Display Cabinet
Ref: SA1203354
A 1930s burr walnut display cabinet featuring two glazed doors with gilded pharmacy lettering above a two-door base cupboard on cabriole legs.
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  • ObjectDisplay Cabinets
  • Period1920 - 1940
  • StyleArt Deco
  • MaterialBurr Walnut, Glass, Timber
  • ColourMedium Brown
  • MotifsCabriole legs, Glazed doors, Gilded lettering, Burr walnut veneer
  • SizeH 168 cm (66 in) x W 98 cm (39 in) x D 49 cm (19 in)

This 1930 Art Deco display cabinet measures 168 cm high, 98 cm wide, and 49 cm deep. Constructed from timber with a medium brown burr walnut veneer, the piece stands upright on four carved cabriole legs with pad feet. The upper section contains two glazed doors fitted with clear glass panes and blue, red, and gold reverse-painted glass advertising signage. This lettering reads pharmacy, druggist, herbalist, and perfume, alongside the name walton and son across the centre. The lower section comprises a pair of wooden cupboard doors with block lettering that reads balms, potions, elixirs, and pure herbal tonics. In a modern interior, this furniture functions as a statement piece in a living room, hallway, or study. The glazed upper cabinet provides display space for glassware, books, or collections, while the lower cupboard offers concealed storage behind solid doors. The warm timber tones and period advertising details suit traditional and eclectic home schemes.

FAQs

A 1930s apothecary display cabinet is a commercial piece of storage furniture originally designed for pharmacies, drugstores, and herbalists to showcase remedies and cosmetics. These pieces typically combine glazed upper doors for merchandise display with enclosed lower cupboards for bulk stock.

Cabinets from this era were constructed using solid hardwood frames such as oak or mahogany, often faced with decorative burr walnut veneers. Glass panels, gilded or painted signwriting, and cast brass hardware were also standard components.

Authentic period pieces feature period-correct joinery such as dovetail joints, original glass glazing, and hand-painted or gold leaf lettering on the glass and timber. Modern reproductions often use printed vinyl graphics and synthetic veneers.

These cabinets serve as focal points in dining rooms, living spaces, or home offices to store books, ceramics, or glassware. The combination of glazed and concealed storage allows for both display and hidden organisation.

Dust the timber surfaces regularly with a soft microfiber cloth and apply a natural beeswax polish sparingly to maintain the wood finish. Clean the glass with a non-abrasive glass cleaner sprayed onto a cloth rather than directly onto the glass to protect gilding and woodwork.
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