Antique Victorian Oak Countertop Drawer Cabinet, 1880

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A handsome Victorian countertop drawer cabinet dating to circa 1880, constructed from oak and retaining its original period character and … Read more A handsome Victorian countertop drawer cabinet dating to circa 1880, constructed from oak and retaining its original period character and fittings. The cabinet is arranged with nine graduated drawers, providing a particularly useful combination of compact and larger storage compartments. Each drawer retains its original recessed brass loop handle, creating an attractive contrast against the richly patinated oak. The cabinet is raised on hand-turned bun feet, lending the otherwise functional design a subtle decorative quality. The oak has developed a warm colour and attractive grain through age and use, giving the piece considerable character. Countertop drawer cabinets became particularly useful during the 19th and early 20th centuries in shops, offices and other commercial environments, where numerous small compartments allowed merchandise, stationery, haberdashery and other items to be organised while remaining immediately accessible. with its unusually broad proportions and nine-drawer configuration, this example provides considerable practical storage while retaining the visual appeal of traditional Victorian shop furniture. It could now function equally well as a collector's cabinet, tabletop storage unit or decorative shop display. The cabinet remains in original antique condition with an attractive aged patina. There are signs of historic use and surface wear, particularly to the top, consistent with its age and original working purpose. Dimensions: Height: 35 cm Width: 103 cm Depth: 31 cm Weight: Approximately 20 kg Date of Manufacture: circa 1880 Period: Victorian Style: Victorian / Commercial Country of Origin: England See less