Pharmacy cabinets which were used in a north-east shop from Victorian times until a recent refurbishment will go under the hammer next week.
Display cabinets measuring 10ft tall, vast chests of drawers and an Aberdeen-made ornate clock had lined the walls of the Anderson and Spence chemist on Fountainhall Road for 130 years until they were recently replaced.
The drawer units
John Milne Auctioneers will sell off the items on Wednesday, and has already received notes of interest from every corner of the country.
Auctioneer Steve Donaldson said: “Although they are bespoke heritage items, there are plenty of opportunities for their reuse.
“The mirrored wall panels might be of interest to hospitality businesses looking for antique fittings to add character to their premises, while the curved glass display cabinets might suit a vintage retailer.
The cornice clock manufactured in Aberdeen by AJ Smith.
“The stunning drawer units, which are relatively narrow, could make dramatic sideboards in a house and provide significant storage.
“The items really need to be seen to appreciate their scale and beauty, and to consider how they would be used creatively in non-retail settings.”
Step back in time as Victorian shop fittings to be auctioned in Aberdeen
