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Lot 187:
Description
20935
Tall pine specimen cabinet or flat file featuring a vertical stack of shallow drawers fitted with brass cup pulls and inset label holders. Constructed with a straightforward paneled case and fitted interiors, the cabinet was likely intended for storing biological specimens, geological samples, botanical collections, maps, documents, or other categorized materials requiring shallow organized storage. The warm pine grain, exposed fasteners, and practical drawer layout reflect early 20th century institutional and laboratory furniture design. The cabinet retains ten shallow drawers with broad pull handles allowing easy access to contents, while the narrow drawer depth suggests use for flat archival or scientific material rather than general office storage. Form followed function throughout the construction, with durable joinery and a compact upright footprint maximizing storage efficiency in classrooms, museums, laboratories, or drafting environments.
Shows moderate wear consistent with age and institutional use including scratches, scuffs, abrasions, finish wear, and scattered discoloration throughout. Drawer interiors show areas of worn or peeling surface material as shown. Exterior case has minor surface wear, and one side shows evidence of minor moisture exposure with localized peeling and surface damage visible in photos.
28.25” L x 21” W x 48.75” H Drawers (x10): 24” L x 18” W x 2.75” H each
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