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What is an apothecary dresser?
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Historically, apothecary dressers were used by pharmacists to store medicines and tools. The dresser featured small compartment drawers perfect for housing tinctures and treatments. Today, apothecary dressers exude antique and rustic charm and can be a perfect complement to your home décor. Shop a collection of apothecary furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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Original 1960s New Jersey Library Apothecary File Cabinet Dresser
By George Nelson, Florence Knoll
Located in Bensalem, PA
Amazing cabinet circa 1960s came from Plainsboro New Jersey Library was acquired by the librarian.Please look at pictures for overall condition, which is great. Any questions feel fr...
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Apothecary Cabinets
Materials
Aluminum
Rare Custom Apothecary Style Rosewood Tall & Narrow Dresser by Svend Langkilde
By Langkilde Møbler, Svend Langkilde
Located in Philadelphia, PA
design, reminiscent of an apothecary cabinet, but even taller and narrower. This piece towers at [height
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Brass
Tall Walnut or Oak Chest of Drawers Dresser Cabinet
Located in Paris, FR
Very elegant timeless Apothecary style chest of drawers cabinet that provides a practical storage
Category
2010s Portuguese Scandinavian Modern Apothecary Cabinets
Materials
Oak, Walnut
$5,826 / item
Tall Walnut or Oak Chest of Drawers Dresser Cabinet
By Wewood
Located in Paris, FR
Very elegant timeless Apothecary style chest of drawers cabinet that provides a practical storage
Category
2010s Portuguese Scandinavian Modern Apothecary Cabinets
Materials
Oak, Walnut
$5,826 / item
19thC English Carved Oak Apothecary Drawers
Located in Staffordshire, GB
Circa 1800
19thC English Carved Oak Apothecary Drawers with 12 dovetailed drawers & original brass
Category
Antique 19th Century Dressers
Materials
Oak
Chinese Ox Blood Red Apothecary Chest of Drawers
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Vintage Chinese Oxblood Red Chest of Drawers with rich lacquer finish and brass ring pulls, blending traditional craftsmanship with functional storage.
Some wear around the edges ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Chinese Dressers
Materials
Wood
