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Old Polished Steel Filing Cabinet Set on Angular Base, circa 1930
By Industrial Design
Located in Chester, Flintshire
Believed to have a military background, this is a rare old steel filing cabinet with 15 drawers is
Category
Mid-20th Century British Industrial Cabinets
Materials
Steel
Amberg Imperial Letter Filing Cabinet
Located in Chicago, IL
•Amberg's imperial letter file by Amberg File & Index Co.
•Originally patented in late 19th
Category
Antique Late 19th Century American Cabinets
Materials
Wood
Double Sided Flat File Cabinet
Located in Chicago, IL
• Flat file oak cabinet
• 24 drawers
• Antiqued brass drawer pulls
• American Midwest,
• late
Category
Early 20th Century American Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Gispen Two-Door Archive / Filing Cabinet
By Gispen
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Steel, heavy duty quality, nicely rounded corners, gentle patina
Dimensions: 40 D x 100 W x 134 H cm.
Category
Vintage 1960s Dutch Industrial Cabinets
Materials
Steel
Art Deco Utilitarian 1940 French Quarter Sawn Oak 4 Chest Drawers Filing Cabinet
Located in Dorking, Surrey
Utilitarian 1940s French quarter sawn oak filing cabinet.
This cabinet is made of oak on the front
Category
Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Cabinets
Materials
Metal, Other
Amberg Imperial Letter 2 Section Filing Cabinet
Located in Chicago, IL
• Amberg's imperial letter file by Amberg File & Index Co.
• Originally patented in late 19th
Category
Antique Late 19th Century American Cabinets
Materials
Wood
Classic Two-Drawer File Cabinet by Steelcase
Located in Oakland, CA
Built to last, these Classic steel cabinets are expertly restored and feature deco style drawer
Category
Vintage 1950s American Cabinets
Classique Industrial File Cabinet, Four-Drawer, Polished Steel
Located in Berkeley, CA
This is a classic 4 drawer model, fully restored, with key.
Please feel free to contact us directly for best pricing and shipping options
Category
Vintage 1950s American Industrial Cabinets
Materials
Steel
Antique Industrial Vintage Oak Filing Cabinet with Drawers, 1920s
Located in Warsaw, PL
This antique cabinet was manufactured in England in first half of the 20th century. It is made from
Category
Early 20th Century English Industrial Cabinets
Materials
Oak
Old Oak 9 Drawer File Cabinet
Located in Pasadena, CA
This old map cabinet labelled Rand Mc Nally has been converted to a much more functional chest by
Category
Early 20th Century American More Furniture and Collectibles
Materials
Oak
Pace Collection Macassar swivel bar/file cabinet by James Rosen
By Pace Collection
Located in Canaan, CT
is a file drawer. On the rear is a hidden door where you can store your Petrus or Crystal. Don't miss
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars
Materials
Silver Leaf
Vintage Steel Filing Cabinet with Nine Deep Drawers, Stripped and Polished 1940s
Located in Chester, Flintshire
Dating back to the 1940s, this handsome nine-drawer vintage fling cabinet has been professionally
Category
Vintage 1940s British Industrial Cabinets
Materials
Steel
Hamilton Map Cabinet Flat File Industrial Cabinet Architects Cabinet
By Hamilton
Located in Newtown, CT
Hamilton map file cabinet in great condition from the 1920s. 15 drawers with base. It is 27.75
Category
Vintage 1920s American Industrial Cabinets
Materials
Wood
Industrial Tambour Front Cabinet
Located in Lábatlan, HU
Industrial tambour front cabinet.
Mid-20th century Hungarian Industrial tambour front filing
Category
Vintage 1950s Hungarian Industrial Cabinets
Industrial Tambour Front Cabinet, 1950s
Located in Lábatlan, HU
century Industrial double tambour front haberdashery filing cabinet.
Category
Vintage 1950s Hungarian Industrial Cabinets
Materials
Oak
Office Furniture
Located in Milan, IT
Oakwood office-file cabinet with eight flap doors, six drawers and two sliding doors.
Category
Early 20th Century French Cabinets
Materials
Oak
$3,688
Industrial Metal Cabinet Steel Lockers Four Cabinets Loft Style Brushed Steel
By Mauser Werke
Located in Bydgoszcz, PL
This wonderful file cabinet has been customized in Mag Haus workshop with a stripped, polished, raw
Category
Vintage 1970s German Industrial Cabinets
Materials
Aluminum, Steel
1949 Sliding Door Cabinet Olympia Mauser Rundform, Germany
By Industrial Design
Located in Berlin, DE
the large file cabinet Olympia, which we present here in good condition with original keys.
Category
Vintage 1940s German Streamlined Moderne Cabinets
Materials
Aluminum, Steel
Industrial Metal Cabinet Steel Lockers Four Cabinets Loft Style Brushed Steel
Located in Bydgoszcz, PL
This wonderful file cabinet has been customized in Mag Haus workshop with a stripped, polished, raw
Category
Vintage 1970s German Industrial Cabinets
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Antique Edwardian Bow Front Mahogany Music Cabinet English Chest, circa 1910
Located in Leeds, West Yorkshire
useful item that would make a great music cabinet, collectors chest, hall unit or filing cabinet
Category
Antique Early 1900s English Edwardian Cabinets
Materials
Mahogany
Chippendale Style Mahogany Partners Desk Nostell Priory Desks
Located in Potters Bar, Herts
distinctive male grotesque heads atop the corners.
True partners desk - one side has file cabinets, the
Category
Early 2000s Chippendale Desks
Hyperion Sideboard
By Hava Studio
Located in Sydney, AU
filing cabinet.
Hyperion meaning “The High One”. In Greek mythology Hyperion was one of the twelve
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Australian Sideboards
Materials
Brass, Steel
$23,500 / item
19th Century Spanish Three Door Enfilade
Located in Los Angeles , CA
accessible, like silverware and dishes in a dining room or possible an incredible filing cabinet for
Category
Antique 19th Century Spanish Country Buffets
Materials
Walnut
English File Box
Located in Bridgehampton, NY
Pine file box, English, repainted.
Category
Vintage 1950s Cabinets
$850
Belgian Architects Flat File
Located in Bridgehampton, NY
Unusual architects flat file from Belgium with open sides.
Category
Antique 19th Century Dressers
Pierre Jeanneret File Rack
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in BREST, FR
Pierre Jeanneret double side file rack, library use for the administration buildings in Chandigarh
Category
Vintage 1950s Indian Shelves
Materials
Wood, Teak
$9,519 / item
Danese Milano, Hanging File, Brown
By Danese Milano
Located in New Milford, CT
The Smith Storage System from Danese Milano is a hanging file with wheels and seat, a multi-purpose
Category
Early 2000s Desks
Materials
Sheet Metal
"Veteran Series" Green Index Metal Filing Drawers, Stackable
Located in London, GB
If shipped to the US or EU, no import tax applies.
These drawers come in their original condition.
The total of 12 drawers can be stacked whichever way you want. Each single d...
Category
Vintage 1950s British Industrial Cabinets
Pierre Jeanneret “File Rack”, PJ-R-27-A
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Paris, FR
Pierre Jeanneret, (1896-1967),
Pierre Jeanneret a “File Rack”, PJ-R-27-A
Structured with
Category
Mid-20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Teak
Paul Marra Writing File Desk in Ceruse Walnut Finish
By Paul Marra
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Modern Paul Marra Writing- File desk shown in walnut with ceruse walnut finish.
Three top flip
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Desks
Materials
Brass
Paul Marra Writing, File Desk in Gray Zebra Finish
By Paul Marra
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Modern Paul Marra Writing - File Desk shown in oak with gray zebra finish.
Three top flip-doors
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Desks
Materials
Brass
Filing Tree Mobile Storage Unit, Designed by Laurie Beckerman in 2007
By Laurie Beckerman
Located in New York, NY
This is a unique and highly functional mobile storage unit. It's an ideal place for files and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Shelves
Materials
Aluminum
Low double sided storage unit a.k.a. «File rack», 1957-58 by Pierre Jeanneret
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Paris, FR
Low double sided storage unit a.k.a. «File rack», 1957-58
Teak
71 x 92 x 37 cm
Chandigarh
Category
Vintage 1950s Indian Bookcases
Materials
Teak
Industrial "All Steel" Faux Grain Cabinet
By General Fireproofing Company
Located in 3 Oaks, MI
Great 1940s-1950s "All Steel General Fireproofing Co." metal office cabinet containing file drawers
Category
Vintage 1940s Industrial Cabinets
Vintage Early 20th Century Haberdashery Chest of Filing Drawers
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
One of our favourites!
Solid wood haberdashery shop unit/plan chest/filing drawers dating from the
Category
Vintage 1920s English Cabinets
Materials
Wood
Pace Collection Chrome Credenza or File Cabinet
By Pace Collection
Located in Canaan, CT
A great piece from Pace Collection use it for office or home. Great storage space and file drawers.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Steel
3-Bay Ladderax Teak Midcentury Shelving System by Robert Heal for Staples
By Ladderax, Robert Heal
Located in Glasgow, GB
ladders. The cabinetry consists of a vinyl record or filing cabinet, a glass fronted display cabinet and a
Category
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Teak
5-Bay Ladderax Teak Midcentury Shelving System by Robert Heal for Staples
By Robert Heal, Ladderax
Located in Glasgow, GB
ladders. The seven cabinets consists of a record or filing cabinet, three storage cupboards with sliding
Category
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Teak
Barristers Wellington Filing Cabinet by Shannon
By The Shannon File Cabinet
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Barristers Wellington filing cabinet by Shannon.
This unusual filing cabinet is made by Shannon
Category
Antique Early 1900s Art Deco Cabinets
Materials
Walnut
Steel Filing Cabinet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
16 Compartment File Cabinet with Brass Accents
Category
Vintage 1940s French Cabinets
Materials
Steel, Brass
$9,000
Notary Filing Cabinet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Notary filing cabinet with 6"opening compartments with removable drawers by Stolzenberg.
Category
Early 20th Century French Cabinets
Materials
Brass
$12,000
Pair of Metal File Cabinets
By File Insitute A Grade
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Two file cabinets striped to the bare metal ,on the smaller scale .Sign on the bottom .
Category
Vintage 1940s American Cabinets
Walnut shutter file cabinet
Located in Eindhoven, NL
Beautiful filing cabinet from the 1920s. Behind the roller shutter are 8 drawers. Drawers run very
Category
Vintage 1920s British Edwardian Cabinets
Materials
Walnut
Antique American File Cabinet
Located in BENSENVILLE, IL
Antique American pitch pine file cabinet in beautiful all original condition. Hard to fathom, but
Category
Antique 1890s American Country Cabinets
Antique File Cabinet
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique file cabinet is perfect for organizing, and features oak construction and plenty of storage
Category
Mid-20th Century Belgian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Oak
Oak Filing Cabinet
Located in Eindhoven, NL
Oak filing cabinet for archive folders and two small drawers. Completely in perfect and usable
Category
Vintage 1920s British Edwardian Cabinets
Materials
Oak
$1,749
Oak File Cabinet
Located in Eindhoven, NL
Antique oak filing cabinet with roller shutter and drawers behind it. Nice patina and good quality
Category
Vintage 1920s British Cabinets
Materials
Oak
$1,421
Oak Filing Cabinet
Located in Eindhoven, NL
Antique oak filing cabinet with 9 drawers and roller shutter. Entirely in good and original
Category
Vintage 1920s Cabinets
Materials
Oak
$1,302
19th Century File Cabinet
Located in Eindhoven, NL
Antique teak filing cabinet with beautiful drawers. Entirely in good condition and suitable for
Category
Antique 1860s Cabinets
Materials
Teak
Oak File Cabinet
Located in Eindhoven, NL
Double oak filing cabinet. Equipped with roller shutter with shelves behind it. With original keys
Category
Vintage 1920s English Cabinets
Materials
Oak
$2,082
Oak Filing Cabinet
Located in Cheshire, GB
Oak filing cabinet, having a rectangular top, above three larger drawers, all drawers run freely
Category
Early 20th Century British Cabinets
Materials
Oak
$3,367
12 Compartment Filing Cabinet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Steel Filing Cabinet with Bronze Accents
Category
Vintage 1940s French Cabinets
Materials
Steel, Bronze
Olivetti Steel File Cabinet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Borzani Designed Steel File Cabinet by Olivetti, 1950's
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Cabinets
Materials
Steel
1940"s Filing Cabinet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
All Wood Filing Cabinet with 40 drop leaf style drawers
Category
Vintage 1940s French Cabinets
Materials
Oak
$6,500
Oak Filing Cabinet
Located in Eindhoven, NL
Beautiful antique oak filing cabinet with 8 drawers behind roller shutter. The drawers are spacious
Category
Vintage 1920s English Cabinets
Materials
Oak
$1,487
Solid Oak Filing Cabinet
Located in Cheshire, GB
Solid oak filing cabinet, the square top with moulded edge above four filing cabinet draws with
Category
Mid-20th Century British Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Oak
$3,298
French 50s Filing Cabinet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Oversized filing cabinet with 20 drawers -- we actually have a pair of these!
Category
Vintage 1950s French Cabinets
Materials
Wood
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File Cabinets For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are several options of file cabinets available for sale. Frequently made of wood, metal and oak, all file cabinets available were constructed with great care. Find 583 antique and vintage file cabinets at 1stDibs now, or shop our selection of 10 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished furniture. File cabinets have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century. File cabinets are generally popular furniture pieces, but Industrial, Mid-Century Modern and Arts and Crafts styles are often sought at 1stDibs. Some file cabinets are too large for some spaces — a variety of smaller file cabinets, measuring 6.5 inches across, are available at 1stDibs. There have been many well-made file cabinets over the years, but those made by Library Bureau SoleMakers, Pierre Jeanneret and Jens Risom are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much are File Cabinets?
Prices for file cabinets start at $85 and top out at $50,000 with the average selling for $1,994.
Finding the Right Case Pieces And Storage Cabinets for You
Of all the vintage storage cabinets and antique case pieces that have become popular in modern interiors over the years, dressers, credenzas and cabinets have long been home staples, perfect for routine storage or protection of personal items.
In the mid-19th century, cabinetmakers would mimic styles originating in the Louis XIV, Louis XV and Louis XVI eras for their dressers, bookshelves and other structures, and, later, simpler, streamlined wood designs allowed these “case pieces” or “case goods” — any furnishing that is unupholstered and has some semblance of a storage component — to blend into the background of any interior.
Mid-century modern furniture enthusiasts will cite the tall modular wall units crafted in teak and other sought-after woods of the era by the likes of George Nelson, Poul Cadovius and Finn Juhl. For these highly customizable furnishings, designers of the day delivered an alternative to big, heavy bookcases by considering the use of space — and, in particular, walls — in new and innovative ways. Mid-century modern credenzas, which, long and low, evolved from tables that were built as early as the 14th century in Italy, typically have no legs or very short legs and have grown in popularity as an alluring storage option over time.
Although the name immediately invokes images of clothing, dressers were initially created in Europe for a much different purpose. This furnishing was initially a flat-surfaced, low-profile side table equipped with a few drawers — a common fixture used to dress and prepare meats in English kitchens throughout the Tudor period. The drawers served as perfect utensil storage. It wasn’t until the design made its way to North America that it became enlarged and equipped with enough space to hold clothing and cosmetics. The very history of case pieces is a testament to their versatility and well-earned place in any room.
In the spirit of positioning your case goods center stage, decluttering can now be design-minded.
A contemporary case piece with open shelving and painted wood details can prove functional as a storage unit as easily as it can a room divider. Alternatively, apothecary cabinets are charming case goods similar in size to early dressers or commodes but with uniquely sized shelving and (often numerous) drawers.
Whether you’re seeking a playful sideboard that features colored glass and metal details, an antique Italian hand-carved storage cabinet or a glass-door vitrine to store and show off your collectibles, there are options for you on 1stDibs.
Questions About File Cabinets
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024To find your filing cabinet brand, start with the front, as some makers place stickers above the lock or in the bottom corners. If you don't find any markings there, look on the back and then search inside the drawers. If you still cannot locate a brand name, remove the drawers from the cabinet and check the frame behind them. In addition, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer may be of assistance if you're trying to determine the brand of an antique or vintage filing cabinet. On 1stDibs, explore a collection of filing cabinets.
- How tall are filing cabinets?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Filing cabinets are anywhere from 29 inches to 60 inches tall. The height of these cabinets is dependent on the number of drawers. The width of these cabinets are 15” or 18 ¼ inches wide for legal size.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023A hanging file drawer in a desk is often a good alternative to filing cabinets. You can also find carts, boxes and bins designed for storing files and paperwork. On 1stDibs, shop a range of desks and filing cabinets.
- What is the best filing cabinet?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021When choosing a file or filing cabinet, size is the most significant consideration. Typically, file cabinets include drawers that are ideal for papers that are legal or letter size. Be sure the material of your cabinet is durable and that it is lightweight so that it can be moved around. Shop a range of antique filing cabinets on 1stDibs.
- What is a file cabinet used for?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021A file cabinet is a necessary piece of office furniture for keeping documents and files organized and easily accessible. Shop a collection of antique, vintage and contemporary file cabinets from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023A flat file cabinet is used for storing and organizing paperwork. Most are generously proportioned and designed specifically for blueprints, artwork, maps and other large items. On 1stDibs, shop an assortment of flat file cabinets.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023The best maker of filing cabinets is really a matter of personal preference. On 1stDibs, you'll find a range of filing cabinets from Andrew Forseth, Matt Richmond, Blake Tovin and other well-known designers.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, you can remove filing cabinet drawers from most cabinets. However, the methods of doing so vary. Some cabinets feature track hardware that allows you to pull the drawers out. With others, you need to shake the cabinet to dislodge the drawers. Shop a range of vintage and antique filing cabinets on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024To tell if your filing cabinet is fireproof, look on the back, inside and behind the drawers. Some fireproof file cabinets will feature a mark that begins with "UL," such as "UL 350" or "UL 150." This marking indicates that pieces in the filing cabinet gained fireproof certification from Underwriters Laboratories. Even if your piece doesn't bear a UL marking, it still may be fireproof. Conduct online research on your specific model using trustworthy resources or contact the manufacturer to verify. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of filing cabinets.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023How tall a four-drawer file cabinet is varies. However, most are at least 52 inches to accommodate four levels of standard-size hanging file folders, which are around 9.25 inches high. Find a variety of filing cabinets on 1stDibs.
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