Auxilia watchmaker's workbench with illuminated glass top - early 20th century

Natural wood watchmaker's workbench with illuminated glass top, workspace, and two side drawer blocks - Auxilia. In watchmaking, AUXILIA refers to a portable auxiliary workbench or an elevated auxiliary work surface. This natural wood watchmaker's or jeweller's bench is characterised by numerous small drawers and a work surface with integrated lighting. Use: designed for precision work, it features an elevated work surface with side supports for watchmaking tools. Structure: typically made of natural wood, it includes 17 drawers for storing tools and components. Period: this workshop furniture dates from the early 20th century – the 1930s.