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- This dental set represents one of the finest examples of 19th-century medical craftsmanship
- Its lustrous mother-of-pearl handles and sterling silver fittings reflect its creation for the elite
- The set comprises over 80 precision-crafted instruments arranged within its fitted case
- This collection offers a fascinating glimpse into the professionalization of dentistry in the mid-19th century
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32-1851
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Description
Victorian Traveling Dental Set
Circa 1845
Representing one of the finest examples of 19th-century medical craftsmanship, this exceptional dental set would have been a prized possession of a leading Victorian dentist or physician. From its lustrous mother-of-pearl handles to sterling silver fittings, every detail reflects its creation for the wealthiest practitioners and private clients.
The remarkable set comprises over 80 precision-crafted instruments arranged within three fitted, velvet-lined trays. Each item demonstrates outstanding workmanship,. . .
Circa 1845
Representing one of the finest examples of 19th-century medical craftsmanship, this exceptional dental set would have been a prized possession of a leading Victorian dentist or physician. From its lustrous mother-of-pearl handles to sterling silver fittings, every detail reflects its creation for the wealthiest practitioners and private clients.
The remarkable set comprises over 80 precision-crafted instruments arranged within three fitted, velvet-lined trays. Each item demonstrates outstanding workmanship,. . .
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Victorian Traveling Dental Set
Circa 1845
Representing one of the finest examples of 19th-century medical craftsmanship, this exceptional dental set would have been a prized possession of a leading Victorian dentist or physician. From its lustrous mother-of-pearl handles to sterling silver fittings, every detail reflects its creation for the wealthiest practitioners and private clients.
The remarkable set comprises over 80 precision-crafted instruments arranged within three fitted, velvet-lined trays. Each item demonstrates outstanding workmanship, including scissors and 20 Dixon forceps, each marked for its specific tooth. Six elegant cut-glass and sterling silver medicine bottles enhance its refinement, their mounts gleaming against the deep blue interior. The luminous mother-of-pearl handles add an elegant contrast, underscoring its elite provenance. All are housed within a superb Chubb’s of London lockbox.
Beyond its beauty, this collection offers a fascinating glimpse into the professionalization of dentistry in the mid-19th century. At this time, the field was evolving from trade practice to formal education and specialized expertise. A set of this quality would have accompanied a private dentist on house visits to the Victorian elite. The presence of silver mounts bearing the young Victoria hallmark and date letter places it around 1845, at the height of this transformative era. Founded in 1818, Chubb’s of London was celebrated for its luxury lockboxes of exceptional security and craftsmanship, making this ensemble a rare union of artistry, science and history. Such fine examples are rarely found outside of museum collections.
In fitted case: 4 3/4" high x 19 1/4" wide x 13 1/8" deep
Case marked "Chubb's Patent / 57 St. Paul’s Chy / London"
Scissors and forceps marked "Dixon"
Sterling silver stamped "TW," likely for Thomas Whitehead
Circa 1845
Representing one of the finest examples of 19th-century medical craftsmanship, this exceptional dental set would have been a prized possession of a leading Victorian dentist or physician. From its lustrous mother-of-pearl handles to sterling silver fittings, every detail reflects its creation for the wealthiest practitioners and private clients.
The remarkable set comprises over 80 precision-crafted instruments arranged within three fitted, velvet-lined trays. Each item demonstrates outstanding workmanship, including scissors and 20 Dixon forceps, each marked for its specific tooth. Six elegant cut-glass and sterling silver medicine bottles enhance its refinement, their mounts gleaming against the deep blue interior. The luminous mother-of-pearl handles add an elegant contrast, underscoring its elite provenance. All are housed within a superb Chubb’s of London lockbox.
Beyond its beauty, this collection offers a fascinating glimpse into the professionalization of dentistry in the mid-19th century. At this time, the field was evolving from trade practice to formal education and specialized expertise. A set of this quality would have accompanied a private dentist on house visits to the Victorian elite. The presence of silver mounts bearing the young Victoria hallmark and date letter places it around 1845, at the height of this transformative era. Founded in 1818, Chubb’s of London was celebrated for its luxury lockboxes of exceptional security and craftsmanship, making this ensemble a rare union of artistry, science and history. Such fine examples are rarely found outside of museum collections.
In fitted case: 4 3/4" high x 19 1/4" wide x 13 1/8" deep
Case marked "Chubb's Patent / 57 St. Paul’s Chy / London"
Scissors and forceps marked "Dixon"
Sterling silver stamped "TW," likely for Thomas Whitehead
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Specifications
| Period: | 19th Century |
| Origin: | England |
| Type: | Dental Instruments |
| Style: | Victorian |
| Depth: | 13.13 in. (33.35 cm) |
| Width: | 19.25 in. (48.9 cm) |
| Height: | 4.75 in. (12.07 cm) |
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