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Mahogany Victorian 19th Century Minature or Apprentice Piece Crib/Cott

$632.87List Price

About the Item

People like to use the term ‘apprentice pieces’ when referring to small pieces of miniature furniture,but more often than not this isn’t the case. But what is an apprentice piece and why are they often confused with miniatures? Here we aim to answer these questions! The majority of miniature furniture are in fact sample pieces used by travelling salesmen. Workshops would send out salesmen on lengthy country-wide tours, with a miniature of each piece on his sales cart. This meant the cabinet maker could use the smaller form to show off his skills, without the salesman having to carry a full size piece of furniture wherever he went. Using exactly the same skills and techniques as used on the full sized pieces, the miniatures offered a way of potential buyers being able to get a feel of the quality of goods the workshop produced, before committing to a purchase. Better than a flat ink drawing in a catalogue. A much smaller number of these miniatures are termed ‘apprentice pieces’. Apprentice pieces, although again a scaled down version of the workshops’ offerings, were made by an often inexperienced apprentice. They were given lesser quality materials to work with and the craftsmanship was often less refined. Antique miniature furniture tends to be more difficult to find than children’s furniture. It is often impossible to tell the difference between an ‘apprentice or cabinet maker’s sample’ and a child’s piece; it entirely depends on the quality, not only of the type of wood used but the intricacy, joining and overall finish. ‘Nursery’ furniture can be as accurate and precise as a sample of the adult design. Both miniatures and apprentice pieces are highly desirable and collectible antique items in today’s market. They are rarer than the real thing, and the charm and precise craftsmanship of these exquisite pieces is undeniable. These days they are often used as collectors’ chests and jewelry boxes etc, so very useful for storing small things such as jewellery, buttons and sewing accessories, apart from being most attractive and they can make a wonderful gift. General note: Shipping quotes as supplied by 1stdibs are only indicative. We will discuss and figure out the best possible shipment method (and rate) for every individual object.

Dimensions:
Height: 22.76 in (57.8 cm)Width: 17.33 in (44 cm)Depth: 8.08 in (20.5 cm)
Style:
Victorian (Of the Period)
Materials and Techniques:
Mahogany,Woodwork
Place of Origin:
England
Period:
1870-1879
Date of Manufacture:
1870s
Condition:
Repaired: The back has an old repair and one of the rockers has been re glued, now in good period condition. Refinished. Wear consistent with age and use. Minor structural damages. Weight 0.85kg.
Seller Location:
London, GB
Reference Number:
1stDibs: LU2868327651162

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