Apothecary File Cabinet
Vintage 1930s Dutch Art Deco Apothecary Cabinets
Oak
Vintage 1930s Dutch Art Deco Apothecary Cabinets
Oak
Vintage 1930s Dutch Art Deco Apothecary Cabinets
Oak
Vintage 1950s Dutch Industrial Apothecary Cabinets
Beech
Vintage 1930s Dutch Industrial Apothecary Cabinets
Oak
Antique 1890s French Industrial Apothecary Cabinets
Oak
Vintage 1930s European Industrial Apothecary Cabinets
Oak
Vintage 1910s French Industrial Apothecary Cabinets
Oak
Antique Early 1900s Belgian Apothecary Cabinets
Oak
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Apothecary Cabinets
Mahogany
Early 20th Century French Apothecary Cabinets
Oak
Vintage 1940s Dutch Industrial Apothecary Cabinets
Oak
Early 20th Century French Industrial Apothecary Cabinets
Oak
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Apothecary Cabinets
Oak
Vintage 1950s Dutch Apothecary Cabinets
Oak
Vintage 1930s Dutch Apothecary Cabinets
Oak
Antique 1890s British Indian Ocean Territory Victorian Apothecary Cabinets
Teak
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Apothecary Cabinets
Walnut
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Apothecary Cabinets
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1930s Dutch Industrial Apothecary Cabinets
Oak
Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Apothecary Cabinets
Mahogany
Vintage 1930s Dutch Art Deco Apothecary Cabinets
Oak
Vintage 1920s Dutch Art Deco Apothecary Cabinets
Oak
Vintage 1950s German Industrial Apothecary Cabinets
Oak
Early 20th Century Dutch Industrial Apothecary Cabinets
Mahogany
Vintage 1930s French Industrial Apothecary Cabinets
Mahogany
Vintage 1920s German Art Deco Apothecary Cabinets
Oak
Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Apothecary Cabinets
Mahogany
Vintage 1930s French Industrial Apothecary Cabinets
Oak
20th Century American Industrial Apothecary Cabinets
Metal, Steel
Early 20th Century German Industrial Apothecary Cabinets
Pine, Hardwood
Vintage 1940s Industrial Apothecary Cabinets
Metal
20th Century American Eastlake Apothecary Cabinets
Brass
Vintage 1920s French Industrial Apothecary Cabinets
Oak
20th Century Chinese Apothecary Cabinets
Metal
Early 20th Century American Late Victorian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Marble
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Secretaires
Wood
Late 20th Century Rustic Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Brass
Late 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Furniture
Brass
American Apothecary Cabinets
20th Century French Furniture
Wood, Oak
Vintage 1930s Dutch Art Deco Apothecary Cabinets
Oak
Vintage 1930s Apothecary Cabinets
Oak
1990s Cabinets
Oak
Antique Late 19th Century Jugendstil Apothecary Cabinets
Oak
Vintage 1930s Industrial Apothecary Cabinets
Oak
Early 20th Century Belgian Apothecary Cabinets
Oak
Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Apothecary Cabinets
Mahogany
Antique Late 19th Century European Art Nouveau Apothecary Cabinets
Oak
Antique Late 19th Century French Industrial Apothecary Cabinets
Oak
Vintage 1930s Dutch Industrial Apothecary Cabinets
Oak
Vintage 1930s Dutch Industrial Apothecary Cabinets
Oak
Vintage 1930s Dutch Industrial Apothecary Cabinets
Oak
Vintage 1930s French Industrial Apothecary Cabinets
Oak
Vintage 1950s German Apothecary Cabinets
Pine
Vintage 1930s Dutch Industrial Apothecary Cabinets
Oak
Vintage 1930s Dutch Industrial Apothecary Cabinets
Oak
Vintage 1950s Dutch Industrial Apothecary Cabinets
Oak
Vintage 1950s German Industrial Apothecary Cabinets
Oak
Vintage 1950s German Apothecary Cabinets
Oak
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Finding the Right apothecary-cabinets for You
If you’ve been searching for a unique solution for storage or displaying your serveware or decorative objects, might we prescribe an antique or vintage apothecary cabinet?
With the advent of the modern-day pharmacy, you can often go a long time without running into an apothecary . . . or even seeing the word. Popular in the 15th and 16th centuries, apothecary shops are the predecessors of today’s typical drug stores. An apothecary, in the person sense, was a medical professional, dispensing medicines and remedies for common ailments, but also preparing and mixing said medicines in-house. Too often these shops were quite small and, like most of us constantly seeking savvy storage solutions, apothecaries needed a cabinet to store supplies and medicinal ingredients.
Apothecary cabinets are case pieces similar in size to early dressers or commodes but with uniquely sized shelving and (often numerous) drawers. Indeed, these old-world furnishings — whether it's a small apothecary cabinet or a large version — offer seemingly endless ways to sort and display or just help tidy up a room while maintaining its charm.
Decorating with a vintage metal apothecary cabinet, or one made of solid wood, is a snap.
Pay tribute to the piece’s original purpose by displaying your very own collection of apothecary jars and bottles or decorative art glass. Elsewhere, introduce the cabinet to high-traffic areas such as your living room — two smaller Victorian-era apothecary cabinets could work as side tables — or your entryway much in the way you would a console table. These functional furnishings can work as storage in your home office or as nightstands in the bedroom, and in any interior an apothecary wall cabinet can keep your space orderly and clutter-free.
Browse a collection of antique and vintage apothecary cabinets and chests on 1stDibs today.
- What is an apothecary cabinet?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019
An apothecary cabinet is a type of cupboard formerly used by pharmacists and physicians to store medicines and tools in the many small compartments drawers. Today, apothecary cabinets are popular in homes as antique or rustic-looking decor.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022You may still find some apothecary cabinets being used today in small pharmacies but they were a commonplace element in the 1800s, and a very efficient way for physicians and pharmacists to store and categorize their medications. Shop a collection of vintage and antique apothecary cabinets from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- How tall are filing cabinets?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Filing cabinets are anywhere from 29 inches to 60 inches tall. The height of these cabinets is dependent on the number of drawers. The width of these cabinets are 15” or 18 ¼ inches wide for legal size.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023A hanging file drawer in a desk is often a good alternative to filing cabinets. You can also find carts, boxes and bins designed for storing files and paperwork. On 1stDibs, shop a range of desks and filing cabinets.
- What is a file cabinet used for?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021A file cabinet is a necessary piece of office furniture for keeping documents and files organized and easily accessible. Shop a collection of antique, vintage and contemporary file cabinets from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
- What is the best filing cabinet?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021When choosing a file or filing cabinet, size is the most significant consideration. Typically, file cabinets include drawers that are ideal for papers that are legal or letter size. Be sure the material of your cabinet is durable and that it is lightweight so that it can be moved around. Shop a range of antique filing cabinets on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023A flat file cabinet is used for storing and organizing paperwork. Most are generously proportioned and designed specifically for blueprints, artwork, maps and other large items. On 1stDibs, shop an assortment of flat file cabinets.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, you can remove filing cabinet drawers from most cabinets. However, the methods of doing so vary. Some cabinets feature track hardware that allows you to pull the drawers out. With others, you need to shake the cabinet to dislodge the drawers. Shop a range of vintage and antique filing cabinets on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023The best maker of filing cabinets is really a matter of personal preference. On 1stDibs, you'll find a range of filing cabinets from Andrew Forseth, Matt Richmond, Blake Tovin and other well-known designers.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023How tall a four-drawer file cabinet is varies. However, most are at least 52 inches to accommodate four levels of standard-size hanging file folders, which are around 9.25 inches high. Find a variety of filing cabinets on 1stDibs.
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