J. H. Rosberg Mfg. Co. Watchmaker's Bench
Record status
Individual type · partial
Period
Early 20th Century
This wooden watchmaker's bench is attributed by the seller to J. H. Rosberg Mfg. Co. of Chicago and dated to the early 20th century. The workspace configuration provides fifteen drawers arranged along the upper frieze and a right-hand vertical stack, accompanied by a central apron slide.
The seller records overall dimensions of 40.25 inches in width, 20 inches in depth, and 39.5 inches in height. The dark-stained wooden structure displays surface abrasions, scuffs, and patina consistent with age and practical workshop use.
Evidence at a glance
- Linked sources
- 1
- Photograph views
- 1
- Catalogue references
- 0
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Technical characteristics
- Type
- Watchmaker's bench
- Maker
- J.H. Rosberg Mfg. Co. of Chicago
- Period
- Early 20th Century
- Dimensions
- 40.25ʺW × 20ʺD × 39.5ʺH
- Drawer Count
- 15 drawers
- Place recorded
- United States
- Country of Origin
- United States
- Maker / attribution
- J. H. Rosberg Mfg. Co.
Design
- Visible features
- • Fifteen drawers arranged in an asymmetrical pattern across the top frieze and right-side column • Horizontal apron slide fitted beneath the central workspace opening • Light-toned wooden top surface bordered by raised retaining lip mouldings • Open kneehole space backed by dark-stained wooden paneling with a lower shelf rail • Bench is resting upon a contemporary wheeled transport cart not belonging to the piece
- Construction and Configuration
- The bench features 15 drawers. A horizontal apron slide is fitted to the unit. The reported dimensions are 40.25 inches in width, 20 inches in depth, and 39.5 inches in height.
- Object Identity and Attribution
- This wooden storage unit is identified in source records as a watchmaker's bench produced by the J.H. Rosberg Mfg. Co. of Chicago. The attribution to this maker is provided by the seller. The object is dated to the early 20th century. No documentation is provided to confirm the production date or model reference.
- Condition and Auxiliary Components
- The condition is described as having surface imperfections including scratches, scuffs, and a faded finish, which are noted as consistent with age. The unit is depicted resting on a wheeled cart. This cart is not included with the object.
Identification
- Source note
- Facts transcribed from the linked source listing or collection record. Attribution and specifications are source-reported and have not been independently authenticated.
Catalogue references
No catalogue numbers recorded. Numbers are only published once transcribed from a verified edition of a standard catalogue — they are never inferred.
Research required
- Research required: The wheeled cart visible under the bench is expressly noted as not included with the object.
- Research required: Maker attribution to J. H. Rosberg Mfg. Co. is source-reported and relies on dealer cataloguing.