Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the apothecary counter you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Frequently made of
wood,
oak and
pine, every apothecary counter was constructed with great care. If you’re shopping for an apothecary counter, we have 46 options in-stock, while there are 1 modern editions to choose from as well. There are many kinds of the apothecary counter you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. An apothecary counter made by
Industrial designers — as well as those associated with
Art Deco — is very popular. A well-made apothecary counter has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by
Jim Rose are consistently popular.
Apothecary cabinets were built for the pharmacies and general stores of the 15th and 16th centuries, their dozens of small, labeled drawers designed to keep herbs, tinctures and other remedies in careful order.
Styles to Know
Original paint and finish vary widely by piece, from bare, worn wood to hand-painted labels still visible on the drawer fronts. A cleaner-lined mid-century modern dresser elsewhere in the room balances a restored piece, or browse credenzas for a lower, wider alternative.
How to Choose the Right Vintage Apothecary Cabinet
Hand-cut dovetail joinery and hand-lettered labels are the clearest signs of age here, and worth a close look in the listing photographs. The form works just as well today as a bar, jewelry storage or a media console. Each piece comes from a vetted 1stDibs seller, with era, origin and drawer configuration detailed, and every purchase is covered by the 1stDibs Promise.