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Large Antique Belgian Pitch Pine Apothecary Cabinet with Enamel Shields, 1900s
Large Antique Belgian Pitch Pine Apothecary Cabinet with Enamel Shields, 1900s

Large Antique Belgian Pitch Pine Apothecary Cabinet with Enamel Shields, 1900s

Located in Nijmegen, NL

This apothecary bank of drawers was designed and made circa 1900 in Belgium. It was made from pitch

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Early 1900s Belgian Art Nouveau Antique Apothecary Case

Materials

Pine

Antique Ohmers Sons 48 Drawer Oak Industrial Apothecary Amberg Filing Cabinet
Antique Ohmers Sons 48 Drawer Oak Industrial Apothecary Amberg Filing Cabinet

Antique Ohmers Sons 48 Drawer Oak Industrial Apothecary Amberg Filing Cabinet

Located in Dayton, OH

Antique Ohmer's administrative industrial apothecary office filing cabinet. Made of quartersawn oak

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Early 20th Century American Late Victorian Antique Apothecary Case

Materials

Metal

Massive c. 1900 Double Apothecary Cabinet Set by W. B. McLean
Massive c. 1900 Double Apothecary Cabinet Set by W. B. McLean

Massive c. 1900 Double Apothecary Cabinet Set by W. B. McLean

Located in Dekalb, IL

c. 1900s/1910s; W. B. McLean Manufacturing Co. - Pittsburgh, PA Monumental double-apothecary

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Early 20th Century American Victorian Antique Apothecary Case

Materials

Wood

Rare 19th Century Yellow Chinese Apothecary Cabinet 67 Sectioned Drawers
Rare 19th Century Yellow Chinese Apothecary Cabinet 67 Sectioned Drawers

Rare 19th Century Yellow Chinese Apothecary Cabinet 67 Sectioned Drawers

Located in Somis, CA

A stunning 19th-century Chinese apothecary cabinet featuring 64 standard drawers and three larger

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19th Century Chinese Antique Apothecary Case

Materials

Wood

Early 19th Century Collection Cabinet or Apothecary Cabinet, Mahogany, c. 1800
Early 19th Century Collection Cabinet or Apothecary Cabinet, Mahogany, c. 1800

Early 19th Century Collection Cabinet or Apothecary Cabinet, Mahogany, c. 1800

Located in Greven, DE

Large antique collection display cabinet Austria (?) Mahogany early 19th century Dimensions: H x W x D: 194 x 134 x 50 cm Description: Display cabinet in mahogany veneered on oak,...

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Early 19th Century Austrian Neoclassical Antique Apothecary Case

Materials

Mahogany

19th Century Swedish Black Apothecary 9 Drawer Cabinet Console Kitchen Island
19th Century Swedish Black Apothecary 9 Drawer Cabinet Console Kitchen Island

19th Century Swedish Black Apothecary 9 Drawer Cabinet Console Kitchen Island

Located in Round Top, TX

counter or storage cabinet. Apothecary counters similar to this were used throughout shops in European and

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Late 19th Century Swedish Country Antique Apothecary Case

Materials

Pine, Paint

Antique Chinese Shanxi Province Elmwood Apothecary Medicine Chest, Set of 2
Antique Chinese Shanxi Province Elmwood Apothecary Medicine Chest, Set of 2

Antique Chinese Shanxi Province Elmwood Apothecary Medicine Chest, Set of 2

Located in Chicago, IL

Antique Chinese Shanxi Province Solid Elmwood 9-Drawer & 12-Drawer Apothecary Medicine Chest - Set

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19th Century Chinese Mission Antique Apothecary Case

Materials

Wood, Elm

British Colonial Teak Filing Apothecary Cabinet wt Metal Pulls & Lock Mechanism
British Colonial Teak Filing Apothecary Cabinet wt Metal Pulls & Lock Mechanism

British Colonial Teak Filing Apothecary Cabinet wt Metal Pulls & Lock Mechanism

Located in Vancouver, British Columbia

Rare solid teak multi-drawer apothecary/file cabinet with locking mechanism and hardware in

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1890s British Indian Ocean Territory Victorian Antique Apothecary Case

Materials

Teak

Antique Pine Apothecary Cabinet Chest of 18 Drawers, Denmark, circa 1880
Antique Pine Apothecary Cabinet Chest of 18 Drawers, Denmark, circa 1880

Antique Pine Apothecary Cabinet Chest of 18 Drawers, Denmark, circa 1880

Located in Round Top, TX

This tall pine apothecary chest of 18 drawers likely served in a Danish country store during the

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Late 19th Century Danish Country Antique Apothecary Case

Materials

Pine

Italian 1920s Oak Wood Apothecary / Filing Cabinet, 18 Drawers and Shutter door
Italian 1920s Oak Wood Apothecary / Filing Cabinet, 18 Drawers and Shutter door

Italian 1920s Oak Wood Apothecary / Filing Cabinet, 18 Drawers and Shutter door

Located in Casale Monferrato, IT

We offer this unique Italian filing cabinet from the 1920s, crafted from solid oak. The top features the original label from the manufacturer in Genoa (northern Italy). This fantast...

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1920s Italian Antique Apothecary Case

Materials

Oak

Set of Two Oriental Apothecary Cabinets Wood, Metal Possibly China, 19th Century
Set of Two Oriental Apothecary Cabinets Wood, Metal Possibly China, 19th Century

Set of Two Oriental Apothecary Cabinets Wood, Metal Possibly China, 19th Century

Located in Madrid, ES

Both practically equal, they present a superior space enhanced with simple geometric compositions pierced and a handrail in the lower area; the body has a series of small drawers wit...

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19th Century Asian Other Antique Apothecary Case

Materials

Wood

Antique Quartersawn Oak Mirrored Corner Medicine Cabinet Cupboard 20"
Antique Quartersawn Oak Mirrored Corner Medicine Cabinet Cupboard 20"

Antique Quartersawn Oak Mirrored Corner Medicine Cabinet Cupboard 20"

Located in Dayton, OH

Antique Victorian quartersawn oak country / farmhouse / apothecary style wall corner medicine

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Early 20th Century American Mission Antique Apothecary Case

Materials

Mirror, Oak

Antique Swedish Gustavian Pharmacy Desk, Oakwood, Circa 1870-1890
Antique Swedish Gustavian Pharmacy Desk, Oakwood, Circa 1870-1890

Antique Swedish Gustavian Pharmacy Desk, Oakwood, Circa 1870-1890

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

, in good condition. Each of the Scandinavian apothecary cabinets are composed with fifteen drawers

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Late 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Apothecary Case

Materials

Oak

19th Century American Shelf with Drawers
19th Century American Shelf with Drawers

19th Century American Shelf with Drawers

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Lovely early American apothecary cabinet with ceramic knobs and 18 drawers. This is a versatile

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19th Century American Primitive Antique Apothecary Case

Materials

Hardwood

18th Century Northern Italy Polychrome Lacca Povera Wood Antique Table Cabinet
18th Century Northern Italy Polychrome Lacca Povera Wood Antique Table Cabinet

18th Century Northern Italy Polychrome Lacca Povera Wood Antique Table Cabinet

Located in Forney, TX

construction with elaborate polychrome decoration throughout, having a long narrow rectangular case fitted with

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18th Century Italian Baroque Antique Apothecary Case

Materials

Gesso, Wood, Pine, Paint

Antique British Oak Haberdashery Cabinet or Shop Counter, 1920/30s
Antique British Oak Haberdashery Cabinet or Shop Counter, 1920/30s

Antique British Oak Haberdashery Cabinet or Shop Counter, 1920/30s

Located in Nijmegen, NL

This oak haberdashery shop counter dates from the 1920/30s and was made in England. It features a solid wooden frame, a glass casing and drawers in oak with oak handles. The interior...

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1920s British Industrial Antique Apothecary Case

Materials

Oak

Early 20th Century French Painted Workshop Cabinet with Multiple Drawers and Ori
Early 20th Century French Painted Workshop Cabinet with Multiple Drawers and Ori

Early 20th Century French Painted Workshop Cabinet with Multiple Drawers and Ori

Located in BORGO, FR

An exceptional early 20th century French workshop cabinet, distinguished by its richly layered painted surface and authentic timeworn patina. This piece embodies the charm of utilita...

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Early 20th Century French Industrial Antique Apothecary Case

Materials

Wood

Arts and Crafts Period Small Oak Chest of Three Drawers, Handcrafted, c. 1910
Arts and Crafts Period Small Oak Chest of Three Drawers, Handcrafted, c. 1910

Arts and Crafts Period Small Oak Chest of Three Drawers, Handcrafted, c. 1910

Located in Doylestown, PA

Handcrafted Arts and Crafts period industrial style oak bank of drawers with half-moon pulls, circa 1910. Likely an American piece, this is an extremely versatile, handsome chest cr...

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Early 20th Century Arts and Crafts Antique Apothecary Case

Materials

Brass, Iron

Ironmongers Shop Counter Drawers Circa 1910s
Ironmongers Shop Counter Drawers Circa 1910s

Ironmongers Shop Counter Drawers Circa 1910s

Located in Gloucester, GB

Ironmongers Shop Counter Drawers Circa 1910s - Solid pine and Larch with original cast iron handles  - Decorative carved sides and front - 30 large drawers - The top has been given ...

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1910s German Art Nouveau Antique Apothecary Case

Materials

Iron

17th-century Indo-Portuguese "Contador" Cabinet - European Exhibition of Art
17th-century Indo-Portuguese "Contador" Cabinet - European Exhibition of Art

17th-century Indo-Portuguese "Contador" Cabinet - European Exhibition of Art

Located in Porto, PT

RARE - India, 17th-century Indo-Portuguese work, in teak and ebony wood. A counter chest decorated with teak inlays on ebony forming floral motifs surrounding crowned lions, which in...

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17th Century Portuguese Antique Apothecary Case

Materials

Wood, Ebony

Large Antique Art Deco German Oak & Marble Chocolate Shop Counter, 1920s
Large Antique Art Deco German Oak & Marble Chocolate Shop Counter, 1920s

Large Antique Art Deco German Oak & Marble Chocolate Shop Counter, 1920s

Located in Nijmegen, NL

This shop counter was made around the 1920s in Germany mainly in oak and oak veneer with a marble top and glass windows. It was used in a chocolate shop near Frankfurt since the 1920...

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1920s German Antique Apothecary Case

Materials

Oak

Large Antique Art Deco German Oak Chocolate Shop Cabinet, 1920s
Large Antique Art Deco German Oak Chocolate Shop Cabinet, 1920s

Large Antique Art Deco German Oak Chocolate Shop Cabinet, 1920s

Located in Nijmegen, NL

This shop cabinet was made around the 1920s in Germany mainly in oak and oak veneer. It was used in a chocolate shop near Frankfurt since the 1920s. The cabinet shows age and wear, c...

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1920s German Antique Apothecary Case

Materials

Oak

Antique Large Dutch Beech Haberdashery Shop Cabinet, 1920/30s
Antique Large Dutch Beech Haberdashery Shop Cabinet, 1920/30s

Antique Large Dutch Beech Haberdashery Shop Cabinet, 1920/30s

Located in Nijmegen, NL

This very unique haberdashery / shop cabinet was produced during the 1920/30s in the Netherlands. It features 16 compartments with glass folding doors. The veneered fronts have stunn...

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1920s Dutch Antique Apothecary Case

Materials

Beech

Antique German Pine Shop Cabinet, Early 20th Century
Antique German Pine Shop Cabinet, Early 20th Century

Antique German Pine Shop Cabinet, Early 20th Century

Located in Nijmegen, NL

This cabinet was produced in the early 20th century in Germany. It features 8 large drawers with fold down drawer fronts and ornate cast iron handles. It remains in a good condition ...

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1920s German Industrial Antique Apothecary Case

Materials

Pine

French Oak Jewelers / Watchmakers Cabinet, Early 20th Century
French Oak Jewelers / Watchmakers Cabinet, Early 20th Century

French Oak Jewelers / Watchmakers Cabinet, Early 20th Century

Located in Nijmegen, NL

This cabinet was made in France from oak in the early 20th century. It features 50 small drawers with enamel numbers and 2 large drawers. It was used to store parts in a watchmaker /...

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Early 20th Century French Antique Apothecary Case

Materials

Oak

English Haberdashery Shop Cabinet with Glass Fronted Folding Doors, Ca 1920/1930
English Haberdashery Shop Cabinet with Glass Fronted Folding Doors, Ca 1920/1930

English Haberdashery Shop Cabinet with Glass Fronted Folding Doors, Ca 1920/1930

Located in Nijmegen, NL

This haberdashery cabinet dates from the 1920/30s and was made in England. It features a wooden frame with glass fronted folding doors and drawers that slide out. It was originally u...

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1920s British Antique Apothecary Case

Materials

Hardwood

Antique Dutch Ochre Drawer Cabinet, Early 20th Century
Antique Dutch Ochre Drawer Cabinet, Early 20th Century

Antique Dutch Ochre Drawer Cabinet, Early 20th Century

Located in Nijmegen, NL

This painted cabinet was made around the early 20th century in the Netherlands. The paint has wear and retained a rich patina over the years.

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Early 20th Century Dutch Industrial Antique Apothecary Case

Materials

Pine

Antique Mahogany and Marble Dental / Dentist Cabinet, Amsterdam ca 1920
Antique Mahogany and Marble Dental / Dentist Cabinet, Amsterdam ca 1920

Antique Mahogany and Marble Dental / Dentist Cabinet, Amsterdam ca 1920

Located in Nijmegen, NL

This very unique dentist cabinet was designed and made circa 1920/30s in Amsterdam, The Netherlands. It features 18 mahogany fronted drawers in three different sizes: DWH 28 x 29 x 2...

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1920s Dutch Art Deco Antique Apothecary Case

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Dutch Oak Locker / Filing Cabinet, 1920/30s
Antique Dutch Oak Locker / Filing Cabinet, 1920/30s

Antique Dutch Oak Locker / Filing Cabinet, 1920/30s

Located in Nijmegen, NL

This Dutch oak locker / filing cabinet with 3 doors was made around the 1920/30s in the Netherlands. The interior dimensions of the compartments are: D W H 38 x 40 x 8 cm.

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1920s Dutch Art Deco Antique Apothecary Case

Materials

Oak

Antique German Oak Haberdashery Shop Cabinet, 1920/30s
Antique German Oak Haberdashery Shop Cabinet, 1920/30s

Antique German Oak Haberdashery Shop Cabinet, 1920/30s

Located in Nijmegen, NL

This very unique haberdashery cabinet was produced during the 1920/30s in Germany. It features 10 drawers and 5 with cut glass fronts / folding doors and black metal handles and one ...

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1920s German Antique Apothecary Case

Materials

Oak

Antique English Mahogany Collectors Cabinet, 19th Century
Antique English Mahogany Collectors Cabinet, 19th Century

Antique English Mahogany Collectors Cabinet, 19th Century

Located in Nijmegen, NL

This English mahogany collectors cabinet was made in the 19th century to store some sort of a collection. It was made in mahogany and has panels on every side. It features 8 drawers ...

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19th Century Antique Apothecary Case

Materials

Mahogany

Dutch Mahogany Filing Cabinet or Bank of Drawers, 1930s
Dutch Mahogany Filing Cabinet or Bank of Drawers, 1930s

Dutch Mahogany Filing Cabinet or Bank of Drawers, 1930s

Located in Nijmegen, NL

This vintage mahogany bank of drawers dates from the 1920/1930s and was made in the Netherlands. It features a mahogany frame, drawers with mahogany fronts and brass handles. The dra...

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Early 20th Century Dutch Industrial Antique Apothecary Case

Materials

Mahogany

Homeopathy Cabinet
Homeopathy Cabinet

Homeopathy Cabinet

Located in Arundel, GB

Extraordinary "Homeopath Dispensatorium" or Homeopaths dispensary. Of pine construction with multiply shelves, drawers and cupboard storage options. Drawers having enamel labels and ...

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1860s French Industrial Antique Apothecary Case

Materials

Oak, Pine

Art Nouveau Ironmongers Shop Counter Drawers Circa 1910s
Art Nouveau Ironmongers Shop Counter Drawers Circa 1910s

Art Nouveau Ironmongers Shop Counter Drawers Circa 1910s

Located in Gloucester, GB

Art Nouveau Ironmongers Shop Counter Drawers Circa 1910s - Solid pine and Larch with original cast iron handles - Decorative carved sides and front - 30 large drawers - The top has...

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1910s German Art Nouveau Antique Apothecary Case

Materials

Iron

Art Nouveau Ironmongers Drawers Circa 1910's
Art Nouveau Ironmongers Drawers Circa 1910's

Art Nouveau Ironmongers Drawers Circa 1910's

Located in Gloucester, GB

Art Nouveau Ironmongers Drawers Circa 1910's - Solid Pine and Larch drawers and frame - 54 drawers - 6 Shelf compartments on the lower section - Original paper drawer labels - Ornat...

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1910s German Art Nouveau Antique Apothecary Case

Materials

Brass

Chinese Red Lacquer Medicine Cabinet, c. 1850
Chinese Red Lacquer Medicine Cabinet, c. 1850

Chinese Red Lacquer Medicine Cabinet, c. 1850

Located in Chicago, IL

This gorgeous lacquered cabinet is a 19th-century Chinese apothecary chest, originally used in a

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Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Apothecary Case

Materials

Elm

Elegant and rare early 19th century English mahogany feather board pharmacy
Elegant and rare early 19th century English mahogany feather board pharmacy

Elegant and rare early 19th century English mahogany feather board pharmacy

Located in Milan, IT

Elegant and rare antique English apothecary's board, datable to about the first half of the 19th cent. with mahogany feather case, retractable handles and brass hinges, complete with...

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Early 19th Century Antique Apothecary Case

Materials

Wood

19th Century French Flat File, Pine Wood, Six Drawers, Good Condition
19th Century French Flat File, Pine Wood, Six Drawers, Good Condition

19th Century French Flat File, Pine Wood, Six Drawers, Good Condition

Located in Kent, CT

A monumental 19th Century French flat file with six drawers. Five drawers are fit with brass hardware; the top drawers features turned wood pulls. Each drawer slides smoothly, and th...

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19th Century Antique Apothecary Case

Materials

Pine

Ironmongers Shop Counter Drawers Circa 1910s
Ironmongers Shop Counter Drawers Circa 1910s

Ironmongers Shop Counter Drawers Circa 1910s

Located in Gloucester, GB

Ironmongers Shop Counter Drawers Circa 1910s - Solid pine with original cast iron handles - The top has been given several coats of hard wax oil, so waterproof and wipeable. This a...

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1910s German Industrial Antique Apothecary Case

Materials

Iron

Antique / Industrial 36 cubby hole post office sorting desk / bathroom / kitchen
Antique / Industrial 36 cubby hole post office sorting desk / bathroom / kitchen

Antique / Industrial 36 cubby hole post office sorting desk / bathroom / kitchen

Located in Buffalo, NY

Antique / Industrial 36 cubby hole post office sorting desk...Great size,, Amazing patina,, retains original wire mesh back,,perfect piece for bathroom or kitchen, Hand delivery avai...

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1910s American Industrial Antique Apothecary Case

Materials

Metal

Art Nouveau Ironmongers Drawers Circa 1910
Art Nouveau Ironmongers Drawers Circa 1910

Art Nouveau Ironmongers Drawers Circa 1910

Located in Gloucester, GB

Art Nouveau Ironmongers Drawers Circa 1910 - Solid Pine and Larch drawers and frame - 54 drawers - 12 Shelf compartments on the lower section - Original paper drawer labels - Ornate...

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1910s German Art Nouveau Antique Apothecary Case

Materials

Brass, Nickel

Art Nouveau Ironmongers Drawers Circa 1910
Art Nouveau Ironmongers Drawers Circa 1910

Art Nouveau Ironmongers Drawers Circa 1910

Located in Gloucester, GB

Art Nouveau Ironmongers Drawers Circa 1910 - Solid Pine and Larch drawers and frame - 54 drawers - 12 Shelf compartments on the lower section - Original paper drawer labels - Ornate...

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1910s German Art Nouveau Antique Apothecary Case

Materials

Brass, Nickel

19th Century Dutch Marquetry Inlaid Walnut Cabinet
19th Century Dutch Marquetry Inlaid Walnut Cabinet

19th Century Dutch Marquetry Inlaid Walnut Cabinet

Located in Dallas, TX

The 19th Century Dutch Marquetry Inlaid Walnut Cabinet exudes charm and style with its intricate marquetry design and rich walnut craftsmanship. This cabinet would have been a stando...

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19th Century Dutch Antique Apothecary Case

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Walnut

1880's Oak Antique Industrial 18 Drawer Library / file Cabinet Amberg's Imperal
1880's Oak Antique Industrial 18 Drawer Library / file Cabinet Amberg's Imperal

1880's Oak Antique Industrial 18 Drawer Library / file Cabinet Amberg's Imperal

Located in Buffalo, NY

1880's Oak Antique Industrial 18 Drawer Library / file Cabinet Amberg's Imperal,, American 1800's antique,, Solid quarter sawn Oak ,,Dovetail joinery (drawers) Spring load file hold...

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1880s American Industrial Antique Apothecary Case

Materials

Oak

1920s Simmon's Metal Medical Cabinet/ bathroom. multi-drawer
1920s Simmon's Metal Medical Cabinet/ bathroom. multi-drawer

1920s Simmon's Metal Medical Cabinet/ bathroom. multi-drawer

By Simmons Company Furniture

Located in Buffalo, NY

Handsome 1920 Metal Medical Cabinet / bathroom.kitchen multi-drawers & doors,, Manufactured by Simmons Company Furniture,, Repainted at some point. (years ago),, Hand delivery avail ...

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1920s American Industrial Antique Apothecary Case

Materials

Metal, Steel

19th Century English Seven-drawer Miniature Cabinet
19th Century English Seven-drawer Miniature Cabinet

19th Century English Seven-drawer Miniature Cabinet

Located in Solebury, PA

An early 19th century English seven-drawer cabinet of diminutive size, beautifully finished with hand-painted urns and delicate floral motifs, exhibiting fine patina and subtle signs...

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Early 19th Century English Antique Apothecary Case

Materials

Wood

Early 20th Century Massive Printer’s Typeset by The Fred Macey Company
Early 20th Century Massive Printer’s Typeset by The Fred Macey Company

Early 20th Century Massive Printer’s Typeset by The Fred Macey Company

By Macey Co., Hamilton Manufacturing Company, Woodland Furniture

Located in Bensalem, PA

Massive solid oak early 20th century wood printers type set with iron handles. Made by the Fred Macey company. can be split up in three different sections also comes with hidden side...

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Early 20th Century American Prairie School Antique Apothecary Case

Materials

Iron

Unusual  Oak Art Nouveau Dental /multi-drawer Cabinet  by Premier Cabinet Co.
Unusual  Oak Art Nouveau Dental /multi-drawer Cabinet  by Premier Cabinet Co.

Unusual Oak Art Nouveau Dental /multi-drawer Cabinet by Premier Cabinet Co.

By American Cabinet Company

Located in Buffalo, NY

Most Unusual Quarter sawn Oak Art Nouveau Dental /multi-drawer Cabinet / Apothecary by Premier

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1910s American Art Nouveau Antique Apothecary Case

Materials

Brass

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Antique Apothecary Case For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic antique apothecary case available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, softwood and metal, every antique apothecary case was constructed with great care. There are many kinds of the antique apothecary case you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. An antique apothecary case, designed in the Industrial, Victorian or Georgian style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. American Cabinet Company, Jacob and Josef Kohn and W.C. Heller & Co. each produced at least one beautiful antique apothecary case that is worth considering.

How Much is a Antique Apothecary Case?

The average selling price for an antique apothecary case at 1stDibs is $3,785, while they’re typically $159 on the low end and $1,020,000 for the highest priced.

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.

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