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Antique Pharmacy Drawers

Early 19th Century Chemist Apothecary Drug Pharmacy Drawers Bratley Pontefract
Early 19th Century Chemist Apothecary Drug Pharmacy Drawers Bratley Pontefract

Early 19th Century Chemist Apothecary Drug Pharmacy Drawers Bratley Pontefract

Located in Lowestoft, GB

A truly wonderful run of chemist drawers, originally made for and housed at Bratley Chemist

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Early 19th Century English Antique Pharmacy Drawers

Materials

Glass, Pine

Victorian Walnut 5 Drawer Pharmacy Chest, Antique Storage, 1890, UK
Victorian Walnut 5 Drawer Pharmacy Chest, Antique Storage, 1890, UK

Victorian Walnut 5 Drawer Pharmacy Chest, Antique Storage, 1890, UK

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

Victorian 5 Drawer Pharmacy Chest of Drawers This is an unusual piece of Victorian Furniture it

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1890s Victorian Antique Pharmacy Drawers

Materials

Walnut

Chinese Jumu Wood Apothecary Medicine Chest
Chinese Jumu Wood Apothecary Medicine Chest

Chinese Jumu Wood Apothecary Medicine Chest

$2,608

H 40.95 in W 47.64 in D 16.15 in

Chinese Jumu Wood Apothecary Medicine Chest

Located in Kastrup, DK

Chinese elm apothecary / pharmacy medicine chest with 20 drawers. Made in Jumu wood, also called

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Early 20th Century Chinese Art Deco Antique Pharmacy Drawers

Materials

Elm

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Large English Mahogany Apothecary Drawers c1890
Large English Mahogany Apothecary Drawers c1890

Large English Mahogany Apothecary Drawers c1890

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H 20.08 in W 77.56 in D 11.42 in

Large English Mahogany Apothecary Drawers c1890

Located in Downham Market, GB

A bank of Late Victorian mahogany apothecary drawers. A fantastic bank of antique pharmacy drawers

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19th Century British Industrial Antique Pharmacy Drawers

Materials

Glass, Mahogany

Cherry Wood Boots Pharmacy Drawers, circa 1920s
Cherry Wood Boots Pharmacy Drawers, circa 1920s

Cherry Wood Boots Pharmacy Drawers, circa 1920s

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H 38.59 in W 70.87 in D 12.21 in

Cherry Wood Boots Pharmacy Drawers, circa 1920s

Located in Gloucester, GB

Cherry wood boots pharmacy drawers, circa 1920s. Product code #OA556 - Worldwide shipping

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1920s English Antique Pharmacy Drawers

English Brass Bound Mahogany Pharmacy Drawers
English Brass Bound Mahogany Pharmacy Drawers

English Brass Bound Mahogany Pharmacy Drawers

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H 30.91 in W 35.04 in D 22.05 in

English Brass Bound Mahogany Pharmacy Drawers

Located in Faversham, GB

A wonderful late 19th century brass bound pharmacy chest in mahogany. The chest has a thick top

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19th Century British Victorian Antique Pharmacy Drawers

Materials

Brass

Antique Apothecary Drawers-France
Antique Apothecary Drawers-France

Antique Apothecary Drawers-France

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H 35.83 in W 106.3 in D 31.5 in

Antique Apothecary Drawers-France

Located in Copenhagen K, DK

Huge and handsome antique pharmacy drawers or side board, from circa 1900s France. Provenance – an

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1890s French Antique Pharmacy Drawers

Late 19th Century French Pharmacy Chest of Drawers
Late 19th Century French Pharmacy Chest of Drawers

Late 19th Century French Pharmacy Chest of Drawers

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H 39.38 in W 60.24 in D 16.54 in

Late 19th Century French Pharmacy Chest of Drawers

Located in Copenhagen K, DK

Gorgeous antique French genuine chest of drawers from an old pharmacy located in Lyon. The chest of

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Late 19th Century French Other Antique Pharmacy Drawers

Materials

Enamel

RARE 19th CENTURY MAHOGANY HABERDASHERY PHARMACY APOTHECARY SHOP BANK OF DRAWERS
RARE 19th CENTURY MAHOGANY HABERDASHERY PHARMACY APOTHECARY SHOP BANK OF DRAWERS

RARE 19th CENTURY MAHOGANY HABERDASHERY PHARMACY APOTHECARY SHOP BANK OF DRAWERS

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

of drawers from a Victorian Pharmacy, Haberdashery or Apothecary shop Please note the delivery fee

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19th Century English Victorian Antique Pharmacy Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

Victorian Pharmacy Chest
Victorian Pharmacy Chest

Victorian Pharmacy Chest

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H 34.65 in W 41.34 in D 21.26 in

Victorian Pharmacy Chest

Located in Faversham, GB

A Victorian pharmacy chest in pine, with mahogany fronted drawers. The chest has a thick ebonised

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Early 19th Century British Victorian Antique Pharmacy Drawers

Materials

Pine

Chinese Apothecary Medicine Chest with 28 Drawers
Chinese Apothecary Medicine Chest with 28 Drawers

Chinese Apothecary Medicine Chest with 28 Drawers

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H 40.56 in W 67.33 in L 40.56 in

Chinese Apothecary Medicine Chest with 28 Drawers

Located in Kastrup, DK

Chinese apothecary / pharmacy medicine chest with 28 drawers in black / burgundy lacquer. From

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19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Pharmacy Drawers

Materials

Wood

19th Century Apothecary Medicine Chest with 24 Drawers
19th Century Apothecary Medicine Chest with 24 Drawers

19th Century Apothecary Medicine Chest with 24 Drawers

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H 52.37 in W 55.52 in D 15.75 in

19th Century Apothecary Medicine Chest with 24 Drawers

Located in Kastrup, DK

Chinese apothecary / pharmacy medicine chest with 24 drawers. Linden wood (also called lime tree

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Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Pharmacy Drawers

Materials

Wood

Victorian Mahogany 5-Drawer Pharmacy Chest of Drawers
Victorian Mahogany 5-Drawer Pharmacy Chest of Drawers

Victorian Mahogany 5-Drawer Pharmacy Chest of Drawers

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

Victorian mahogany 5-drawer pharmacy chest of drawers This is an unusual piece of Victorian

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Late 19th Century Industrial Antique Pharmacy Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Herbal Pharmacy Cabinet with Named Drawers, Early 19th Century, Italy
Antique Herbal Pharmacy Cabinet with Named Drawers, Early 19th Century, Italy

Antique Herbal Pharmacy Cabinet with Named Drawers, Early 19th Century, Italy

Located in Cuneo, Italy (CN)

Antique pharmacy / herbalist cabinet with many small drawers and visible part in the base, dark

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Early 19th Century Italian Antique Pharmacy Drawers

Materials

Wood

19th Century English Brixton London Chemist Apothecary Pharmacy Bank of Drawers
19th Century English Brixton London Chemist Apothecary Pharmacy Bank of Drawers

19th Century English Brixton London Chemist Apothecary Pharmacy Bank of Drawers

Located in Lowestoft, GB

A good run of original chemist drawers, third quarter of the 19th century in age, English in origin

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Late 19th Century English Late Victorian Antique Pharmacy Drawers

Materials

Hardwood, Pine

Antique Pharmacy Moble in Walnut with Drawers, Raised Day, Bookcase, Swiss, 1800
Antique Pharmacy Moble in Walnut with Drawers, Raised Day, Bookcase, Swiss, 1800

Antique Pharmacy Moble in Walnut with Drawers, Raised Day, Bookcase, Swiss, 1800

Located in Cuneo, Italy (CN)

Antique pharmacy in walnut with drawers, raised a day, Swiss origin, second half of the 19th

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Late 19th Century Swiss Antique Pharmacy Drawers

Materials

Walnut

Antique French 9 Drawer Pharmacy Cabinet
Antique French 9 Drawer Pharmacy Cabinet

Antique French 9 Drawer Pharmacy Cabinet

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H 34.5 in W 66.5 in D 28 in

Antique French 9 Drawer Pharmacy Cabinet

Located in Mckinney, TX

This unique antique storage cabinet, originally from a French pharmacy, features nine large drawers

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Late 19th Century French Antique Pharmacy Drawers

Materials

Pine

Rare Pair 19th Century French Pharmacy Cabinets with Original Enamelled Labels
Rare Pair 19th Century French Pharmacy Cabinets with Original Enamelled Labels

Rare Pair 19th Century French Pharmacy Cabinets with Original Enamelled Labels

Located in Dallas, TX

office, study or game room! This pair was found in old pharmacy and all forty drawers retaining their

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1890s Belgian Industrial Antique Pharmacy Drawers

Materials

Pine

Chinese Apothecary Medicine Chest with 39 Drawers
Chinese Apothecary Medicine Chest with 39 Drawers

Chinese Apothecary Medicine Chest with 39 Drawers

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H 41.34 in W 33.47 in D 19.69 in

Chinese Apothecary Medicine Chest with 39 Drawers

Located in Kastrup, DK

Chinese elm apothecary / pharmacy medicine chest with 39 drawers. From Suzhou, China, 1860-1880.

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Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Pharmacy Drawers

Materials

Elm

Herbalism cabinet with drawers of various sizes and shelves, Italy
Herbalism cabinet with drawers of various sizes and shelves, Italy

Herbalism cabinet with drawers of various sizes and shelves, Italy

Located in Cuneo, Italy (CN)

Antique credenzas container, chest of drawers from pharmacy/herbal shop with drawers of various

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19th Century Italian Antique Pharmacy Drawers

Materials

Poplar

Two Large Mid-Century Modern Apothecary Early 20th Century, Denmark
Two Large Mid-Century Modern Apothecary Early 20th Century, Denmark

Two Large Mid-Century Modern Apothecary Early 20th Century, Denmark

Located in Tel Aviv-Yafo, Tel Aviv District

Super rare and incredibly beautiful Set of Two large Midcentury modern Apothecary Chest of Drawers

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1920s Danish Antique Pharmacy Drawers

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Brass

Pair of Chinese Apothecary 'Pharmacy' Medicine Chest
Pair of Chinese Apothecary 'Pharmacy' Medicine Chest

Pair of Chinese Apothecary 'Pharmacy' Medicine Chest

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H 28.35 in W 22.45 in D 14.97 in

Pair of Chinese Apothecary 'Pharmacy' Medicine Chest

Located in Kastrup, DK

Pair of Chinese apothecary / pharmacy medicine chests, each having 24 drawers with Chinese script

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Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Pharmacy Drawers

Materials

Iron

19th Century Apothecary Medicine Chest with 24 Drawers
19th Century Apothecary Medicine Chest with 24 Drawers

19th Century Apothecary Medicine Chest with 24 Drawers

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H 52.37 in W 55.52 in D 15.75 in

19th Century Apothecary Medicine Chest with 24 Drawers

Located in Kastrup, DK

Chinese apothecary / pharmacy medicine chest with 24 drawers. Linden wood (also called lime tree

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Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Pharmacy Drawers

Materials

Wood

Black Lacquered Art Deco Chest
Black Lacquered Art Deco Chest

Black Lacquered Art Deco Chest

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H 36.23 in W 72.84 in D 22.45 in

Black Lacquered Art Deco Chest

Located in Kastrup, DK

A Chinese Art Deco apothecary / pharmacy medicine chest with 24 drawers. Crafted in black lacquered

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Early 20th Century Chinese Art Deco Antique Pharmacy Drawers

Materials

Wood

Chinese Yellow Lacquer Apothecary Cabinet, 52 Drawers
Chinese Yellow Lacquer Apothecary Cabinet, 52 Drawers

Chinese Yellow Lacquer Apothecary Cabinet, 52 Drawers

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H 61.42 in W 51.19 in D 20.08 in

Chinese Yellow Lacquer Apothecary Cabinet, 52 Drawers

Located in Kastrup, DK

Chinese apothecary / pharmacy medicine chest with 52 drawers. These were used to store and organise

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19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Pharmacy Drawers

Materials

Iron

Chinese Mid-19th Century Apothecary Chest with 42 Drawers
Chinese Mid-19th Century Apothecary Chest with 42 Drawers

Chinese Mid-19th Century Apothecary Chest with 42 Drawers

Located in Kastrup, DK

Chinese apothecary / pharmacy medicine chest with 42 drawers. Original dark reddish brown lacquer

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Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Pharmacy Drawers

Materials

Wood

Vintage Midcentury Apothecary Cabinet, Chest of Drawers, circa 1960
Vintage Midcentury Apothecary Cabinet, Chest of Drawers, circa 1960

Vintage Midcentury Apothecary Cabinet, Chest of Drawers, circa 1960

Located in Boven Leeuwen, NL

Rare Mid-Century Modern pharmacy cabinet with 30 drawers. There are two pull-out shelves under the

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1660s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Antique Pharmacy Drawers

Materials

Teak

Large Oak Apothecary Drawers c1900
Large Oak Apothecary Drawers c1900

Large Oak Apothecary Drawers c1900

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H 39.38 in W 84.26 in D 13.39 in

Large Oak Apothecary Drawers c1900

Located in Downham Market, GB

A large bank of thirty two antique oak pharmacy drawers. In solid oak throughout with the most

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19th Century British Industrial Antique Pharmacy Drawers

Materials

Enamel

Apothecary Chest of Drawers Chemist Pharmacy Victorian circa 1870
Apothecary Chest of Drawers Chemist Pharmacy Victorian circa 1870

Apothecary Chest of Drawers Chemist Pharmacy Victorian circa 1870

Located in Longdon, Tewkesbury

Antique Apothecary chest of drawers chemist pharmacy Victorian circa 1870 A stunning and

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1870s British Victorian Antique Pharmacy Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

Antique American Apothecary Chest
Antique American Apothecary Chest

Antique American Apothecary Chest

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H 42.5 in W 63 in D 20 in

Antique American Apothecary Chest

Located in Culver City, CA

This American Pharmacy chest has 35 drawers all of which have original metal pulls, are oak faced

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19th Century American Antique Pharmacy Drawers

Materials

Oak, Wax

Antique Apothecary Chest of Drawers Chemist Pharmacy Victorian circa 1870
Antique Apothecary Chest of Drawers Chemist Pharmacy Victorian circa 1870

Antique Apothecary Chest of Drawers Chemist Pharmacy Victorian circa 1870

Located in Longdon, Tewkesbury

Antique Apothecary chest of drawers chemist pharmacy Victorian circa 1870 A stunning and

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1870s British Victorian Antique Pharmacy Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

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$2,536Sale Price|20% Off

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Located in Faversham, GB

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Located in Nijmegen, NL

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Japanese Antique Drawer 1860s-1900s / Storage Tansu Wabisabi
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Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

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Located in Amsterdam, NL

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Chinese Qing Dynasty Period Apothecary Chest with 32 Drawers and Aged Patina

Chinese Qing Dynasty Period Apothecary Chest with 32 Drawers and Aged Patina

Located in Yonkers, NY

A Chinese Qing dynasty period apothecary chest from the 19th century, with 32 drawers and dark patina. Created in China during the Qing dynasty, this apothecary chest features a rect...

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Apothecary Medicine Chest with 45 Drawers

Apothecary Medicine Chest with 45 Drawers

$3,244

H 64.57 in W 51.97 in D 19.3 in

Apothecary Medicine Chest with 45 Drawers

Located in Kastrup, DK

A Chinese Qing Dynasty apothecary / pharmacy medicine chest. Front in original red lacquer with 45 drawers (42 small drawers + 3 larger drawers at the bottom). ach drawer with han...

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Located in Kastrup, DK

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Located in Queens, NY

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Antique Pharmacy Drawers For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of antique pharmacy drawers for sale on 1stDibs. The range of distinct antique pharmacy drawers — often made from wood, mahogany and hardwood — can elevate any home. Antique pharmacy drawers have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 19th Century. Antique pharmacy drawers are generally popular furniture pieces, but Victorian and Industrial styles are often sought at 1stDibs.

How Much are Antique Pharmacy Drawers?

Prices for antique pharmacy drawers start at $2,000 and top out at $43,361 with the average selling for $4,332.

Finding the Right Storage-case-pieces for You

Of all the vintage storage cabinets and antique case pieces that have become popular in modern interiors over the years, dressers, credenzas and cabinets have long been home staples, perfect for routine storage or protection of personal items. 

In the mid-19th century, cabinetmakers would mimic styles originating in the Louis XIV, Louis XV and Louis XVI eras for their dressers, bookshelves and other structures, and, later, simpler, streamlined wood designs allowed these “case pieces” or “case goods” — any furnishing that is unupholstered and has some semblance of a storage component — to blend into the background of any interior. 

Mid-century modern furniture enthusiasts will cite the tall modular wall units crafted in teak and other sought-after woods of the era by the likes of George Nelson, Poul Cadovius and Finn Juhl. For these highly customizable furnishings, designers of the day delivered an alternative to big, heavy bookcases by considering the use of space — and, in particular, walls — in new and innovative ways. Mid-century modern credenzas, which, long and low, evolved from tables that were built as early as the 14th century in Italy, typically have no legs or very short legs and have grown in popularity as an alluring storage option over time. 

Although the name immediately invokes images of clothing, dressers were initially created in Europe for a much different purpose. This furnishing was initially a flat-surfaced, low-profile side table equipped with a few drawers — a common fixture used to dress and prepare meats in English kitchens throughout the Tudor period. The drawers served as perfect utensil storage. It wasn’t until the design made its way to North America that it became enlarged and equipped with enough space to hold clothing and cosmetics. The very history of case pieces is a testament to their versatility and well-earned place in any room. 

In the spirit of positioning your case goods center stage, decluttering can now be design-minded.

A contemporary case piece with open shelving and painted wood details can prove functional as a storage unit as easily as it can a room divider. Alternatively, apothecary cabinets are charming case goods similar in size to early dressers or commodes but with uniquely sized shelving and (often numerous) drawers.

Whether you’re seeking a playful sideboard that features colored glass and metal details, an antique Italian hand-carved storage cabinet or a glass-door vitrine to store and show off your collectibles, there are options for you on 1stDibs.

Questions About Antique Pharmacy Drawers
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024
    To identify an antique chest of drawers, look inside and beneath drawers and on the back and bottom for any type of maker's marking. Researching these marks using trusted online resources may allow you to determine who produced your chest and roughly date your piece. If your chest is at least 100 years old, it is an antique. Should you be unable to locate the maker's marks, look at the hardware. Rose head nails, one-piece cast brass pommels on the drawer handles and circular rather than hexagonal bolts may all indicate that a piece is an antique. Keep in mind that hardware may have been replaced at some point and that there are many reproductions of antique furnishings. As a result, you may wish to have a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer complete the identification process if you're unable to identify your chest via the maker's markings. Find a range of antique chests of drawers on 1stDibs.

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