SALE Antique 1890s Oak Apothecary Cabinet, Tin Drawer Chest, Storage Cabinet

  

Carefully cleaned, sanded, and re-stained, the cabinet now reveals its natural grain and warm tones - highlighting the craftsmanship while making it fully functional for modern use. A unique piece with history, this cabinet is believed to have originally served as an optometry or watch storage unit - an insight discovered through artifacts found within its drawers. Its story adds an authentic layer of character, making it more than just furniture, but a conversation piece. Each drawer features its original tin construction, complemented by newly fitted wood insert bottoms for added durability and usability. The result is a perfect blend of industrial heritage and refined restoration, ideal for organizing and protecting small, meaningful items.

The drawer pulls were powder coated to withstand another 100 years of use without fading. Designed for both form and function, this cabinet is well-suited for a variety of environments-from a curated home interior to a professional office, boutique retail setting, hotel lobby, or entryway statement piece. Dimensions: Overall: 57 1/2" W x 22" D (including drawer pulls) x 54 3/4" H Drawer Interior Dimensions: 17" L x 12 3/4" W x 2 1/2" H (Includes 1/4 birch wood insert bottom) + Fully restored antique oak with rich, natural finish + Original tin drawers with custom wood insert bottoms + Believed to be a former optometry cabinet + Ideal for organizing small items, collections, or retail displays + Versatile use across residential and commercial spaces Why Tin Was Used Tin (or tinplate) wasn't chosen randomly-it served very specific functional purposes: + Hygiene & Cleanability: Non-porous and easy to sanitize (critical for pharmacies and medical use) + Pest Resistance: Prevented insects and rodents from contaminating contents + Moisture Resistance: Protected sensitive materials like herbs, powders, and instruments + Odor Containment: Important for medicinal storage Common Applications + Apothecary cabinets + Optometry and medical storage units + Seed cabinets and hardware organizers + Early industrial parts storage This is a rare opportunity to own a functional antique that seamlessly blends history, craftsmanship, and everyday utility. Florida and NYC area has restrictions. Please contact me for rates to these specific areas. Please take all necessary measurements prior to ordering to ensure the items will fit into your access points, door, elevator, stairwell, etc. My usual go-to transport company delivers furniture with Sprinter vans (sometimes with trailers) and typically only has one person to deliver, so they will need an extra set of hands to help unload from the van.

Height and weight limits, restricted access, truck size limitations, etc.