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Korean Apothecary Cabinet

Antique Korean Elm Medicine Apothecary Cabinet Chest 88 Drawers Yakjang 1920
Antique Korean Elm Medicine Apothecary Cabinet Chest 88 Drawers Yakjang 1920

Antique Korean Elm Medicine Apothecary Cabinet Chest 88 Drawers Yakjang 1920

Located in Portland, OR

A good antique elm Korean medicine apothecary chest/cabinet, or Yakjang, circa 1920. The cabinet is

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Vintage 1920s Korean Other Furniture

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Granite, Brass, Iron

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19th Century Korean Rosewood Apothecary Chest
19th Century Korean Rosewood Apothecary Chest

19th Century Korean Rosewood Apothecary Chest

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H 40.5 in W 28 in D 9 in

19th Century Korean Rosewood Apothecary Chest

Located in San Francisco, CA

A 19th century Korean rosewood apothecary chest with a torii-style top surmounting an array of 49

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Antique 19th Century Korean Apothecary Cabinets

Apothecary Chest
Apothecary Chest

Apothecary Chest

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H 51.5 in W 41.5 in D 12 in

Apothecary Chest

Located in New York, NY

Antique homeopathic apothecary (medicine) chest with compartmentalized drawers and panels.

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Antique 19th Century Korean Apothecary Cabinets

Materials

Elm

Apothecary Chest

Apothecary Chest

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H 51.5 in W 41.5 in D 12 in

Apothecary Chest

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Antique homeopathic apothecary ( medicine ) chest with compartmentalized drawers and panels. For

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Antique 19th Century North Korean Apothecary Cabinets

Materials

Elm

Chinese Medicine Apothecary Cabinet
Chinese Medicine Apothecary Cabinet

Chinese Medicine Apothecary Cabinet

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H 26 in W 23.5 in D 9.5 in

Chinese Medicine Apothecary Cabinet

Located in Rio Vista, CA

Exceptional and detailed Chinese counter-top medicine cabinet from a Chinese apothecary shop in

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Brass

Korean Elm Wood Brass Mounted Apothecary Chest, 20th Century
Korean Elm Wood Brass Mounted Apothecary Chest, 20th Century

Korean Elm Wood Brass Mounted Apothecary Chest, 20th Century

Located in Raymondville, TX

An early to Mid-20th century Korean elm and rosewood apothecary chest. This eye-catching medicine

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Brass

Antique East Asian 36 Drawers Apothecary Cabinet Chest, circa 1920s
Antique East Asian 36 Drawers Apothecary Cabinet Chest, circa 1920s

Antique East Asian 36 Drawers Apothecary Cabinet Chest, circa 1920s

Located in Germantown, MD

Authentic east Asian herbal medicine chest hand crafted in a classic Korean / Japanese antique

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Materials

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Korean Apothecary Medicinal Cabinet, 19th C
Korean Apothecary Medicinal Cabinet, 19th C

Korean Apothecary Medicinal Cabinet, 19th C

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H 34.5 in W 31 in D 10 in

Korean Apothecary Medicinal Cabinet, 19th C

Located in Astoria, NY

Korean apothecary or medicinal cabinet, 19th C or later, rectangular with winged top above thirty

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Antique 19th Century Other Cabinets

Materials

Wood

Korean late 19th Century Apothecary Cabinet
Korean late 19th Century Apothecary Cabinet

Korean late 19th Century Apothecary Cabinet

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H 56 in W 41 in D 20.5 in

Korean late 19th Century Apothecary Cabinet

Located in Soquel, CA

A 19th century Korean Elmwood cabinet. Writing on inside paper reads in Chinese characters "Year of

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Antique 1890s Korean Chinese Export Furniture

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Brass

Korean 16 Drawer Apothecary Butterfly Medicine Cabinet Entry Console Chest
Korean 16 Drawer Apothecary Butterfly Medicine Cabinet Entry Console Chest

Korean 16 Drawer Apothecary Butterfly Medicine Cabinet Entry Console Chest

Located in Dayton, OH

Vintage apothecary medicine cabinet featuring traditional Korean form with cantilevered top over

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Late 20th Century Chinoiserie Furniture

Materials

Brass

Chinese Lingerie Chest and Korean Apothecary Cabinet, a Set
Chinese Lingerie Chest and Korean Apothecary Cabinet, a Set

Chinese Lingerie Chest and Korean Apothecary Cabinet, a Set

Located in Raymondville, TX

apothecary chest. This eye-catching medicine cabinet features a torii style rosewood top with brass mounts

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Mid-20th Century Asian Chinoiserie Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Apothecary Chest
Apothecary Chest

Apothecary Chest

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H 49 in W 43 in D 9 in

Apothecary Chest

Located in New York, NY

Multi-compartment Apothecary (medicine) chest with sliding door cabinets.

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Antique 19th Century Korean Apothecary Cabinets

Materials

Elm

Medicine Chest
Medicine Chest

Medicine Chest

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H 48 in W 45 in D 14 in

Medicine Chest

Located in New York, NY

Korean medicine chest with Chinese inscriptions for herbal medicine

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Antique 19th Century Korean Apothecary Cabinets

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Elm

Korean Herbal Apothecary Chest
Korean Herbal Apothecary Chest

Korean Herbal Apothecary Chest

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H 63 in W 40.5 in D 12 in

Korean Herbal Apothecary Chest

Located in New York City, NY

A gorgeous wood medicine chest in wonderful condition and vibrant color. Each drawer is inscribed in Chinese with different contents of herbs belonging in each drawer.

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Antique 19th Century Korean Apothecary Cabinets

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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 Korean Apothecary Cabinet
  • 1stDibs 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, 2022
    You 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.

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