1924 W.B. McLean Mahogany Apothecary Drawers & Shelving Units
Mahogany made in 1924 by W.B McLean in Pittsburgh PA used in a pharmacy in Newburgh NY dividers in the drawers each unit has a base with drawers and a top shelving unit drawer bases (one with 32 drawers and one with 25 drawers): both are17 inches deep + 1 inch projection, 6 feet long, 42 3/4 inches tall shelving units go on top: 12 inches deep, 6 feet long, 57 inches tall
grandfather - a pharmacist. He used the units in his pharmacy in Newburgh NY.
Inherited
Yes
Hi Dennis,
Thank you for contacting Mearto with your appraisal inquiry.
I'm not sure if I've correctly interpreted the dimensions as you've explained them; do the shelves go on top or next to the cabinets?
Based on the photos and information provided, and subject to examination, this is:
Two similar vintage Chippendale style mahogany apothecary cabinets
made by W.B. McLean, Pittsburgh, PA, circa 1924
Each surmounted by a shelving unit, the rectangular top over a case fitted with 32 or 25 drawers, on box bases. Stencil-marked on the back.
57 inches tall, 60 inches wide, 12 inches deep
CONDITION: wear commensurate with age and deep
PROVENANCE: made for client's grandfather's pharmacy; thence by inheritance
$800-1,200 each*
*represents a fair-market value for auction purposes; retail or asking price may vary.
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