Description

This antique turn-of-the-century wooden medicine chest was produced for Dr. A. C. Daniels, Inc. of Boston, Massachusetts. Constructed of solid oak with finger-jointed box corners, the case features nickel-plated metal corner brackets, front draw latches, a central keyhole lock, and a top swing carry handle with an embossed maker badge reading "DR. A. C. DANIELS' VETERINARY MEDICINES NO. 172 MILK ST. BOSTON MASS.".

The interior lid retains its original printed paper advertising label titled "DR. A. C. DANIELS' Emergency Case - Home Treatment for Horses and Cattle". The label depicts an illustration of the Boston building headquarters alongside a portrait of Dr. Daniels, outlining the original contents designed for private stable and farmers' use. This rare veterinary advertising chest represents early American commercial livestock care and quack medicine history.

Specifications:

Item Count: 1 Wooden Case Box

Dimensions: 12.75 inches long by 6.75 inches wide by 7.75 inches high

Manufacturer / Brand: Dr. A. C. Daniels, Inc. (172 Milk St. Boston, Mass.)

Materials: Solid oak wood, steel metal hardware, paper label

Hardware Features: Finger-jointed corners, nickel-plated corner protectors, dual front toggle latches, central lock, and stamped brass/metal top handle emblem

Probable Production Dates: Circa 1890s – 1910s

Condition: Please note all items are "as-is where-is"

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