Antique Apothecary Cork Compressor, English, Door Knocker, Victorian, Circa 1850 Horticulture white onyx ornamental animal display

white onyx ornamental animal display figure

with wonderful stocks and appealing form

Bound throughout with brass caps showing golden tonality

Lid interior dressed with a deep blue velvet lining

making it an ideal acquisition for collectors of early 20th century books

Antique Apothecary Cork Compressor, English, Door Knocker, Victorian, Circa 1850 Horticulture white onyx ornamental animal displayOur Stock # 25444 This is an antique apothecary cork compressor. An English, cast iron pharmaceutical press dating to the early Victorian period, circa 1850. A fascinating piece of medical and industrial history, equally suited for collectors or creative repurposing. Crafted in cast iron with a rich, deep graphite tonality Originally designed as a Victorian pharmaceutical press Accentuated with oak leaf relief detail to the body Mounting holes