An elegant and rare English mahogany apothecary cabinet with brass furnishings, dated to the early part of the nineteenth century.
The cabinet, is rectangular with a flush fitted carrying handle and has a pair of locking doors with with a draw below, (original key ) Once that the doors are open the case reveals further draws and original bottles set within the fitted case. The drawers contain a comprehensive amount of original medicinal items and instruments. There is a pin within the cabinet which locks the secret sliding door holding the poison bottles. A very fine and comprehensive example of its type.
Dimensions
Height: 38cm
Width: 32cm
Depth: 20cm.
Condition
In good and complete condition. Small section of the neck to one bottle in the rear of the cabinet is broken.
Purchasing
Please contact us via email at davidhall@hallfineart.co.uk if you wish to purchase or have a query relating to this item.
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SKU: ST47
£1,950.00Price
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