English, c.1850, unmarked but with labels for 'W. B. Spencer, Waterlooville' the cabinet constructed of French polished mahogany with all brass fittings, the lip opening to reveal 12 large bottles with stoppers and most with labels, fitted drawer below containing smaller bottles, glass mortar & pestle, scales and measures, cabinet width 27cm
Sold for £375
Result plus buyers premium
English, c.1850, unmarked but with labels for 'W. B. Spencer, Waterlooville' the cabinet constructed of French polished mahogany with all brass fittings, the lip opening to reveal 12 large bottles with stoppers and most with labels, fitted drawer below containing smaller bottles, glass mortar & pestle, scales and measures, cabinet width 27cm
Auction: Fine Instruments of Science & Medicine, 29th Nov, 2023