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19th Century General Store Counter Tea Bin Dispenser

$1,400
£1,075.07
€1,233.27
CA$1,967.16
A$2,203.10
CHF 1,149.54
MX$26,909.92
NOK 14,625.51
SEK 13,786.30
DKK 9,203.74

About the Item

A large 19th century rustic Victorian era industrial general store counter tin bin tea / coffee dispenser - mercantile retail display with beautifully aged distressed patina. Painted black toleware with gilt accents, gold stenciling, and floral decoration, having a lidded top and cylindrical hinged door panel dispenser. Dimensions: (approx) 19.5" High, 12.5" Wide, 15" Deep Good original unrestored antique condition with nicely aged heavily distressed patina. Wear and tear consistent with age and indicative of industrial use, including minor dings, scuffs, scratches and typical finish losses. Rustic heavily patinated interior.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 19.5 in (49.53 cm)Width: 12.5 in (31.75 cm)Depth: 15 in (38.1 cm)
  • Style:
    Victorian (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Metal,Ebonized,Gilt,Hand-Painted,Patinated
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1870
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor fading. Good original unrestored antique condition w/nicely aged heavily distressed patina. Wear & tear consistent with age & indicative of industrial use, including minor dings, scuffs, scratches & typical finish losses. Rustic heavily patinated in interior.
  • Seller Location:
    Forney, TX
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU5977234188572

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