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Mahogany Filing Cabinet
Located in Honiton, Devon
Good quality early 20th century mahogany filing cabinet
English circa 1910, having been through
Category
Vintage 1910s Edwardian Cabinets
Materials
Mahogany
$2,323
Antique Oak Filing Cabinet
Located in New York, NY
Tall oak filing cabinet with forty-five drawers.
Category
American Apothecary Cabinets
antique teak filing cabinet
Located in Brooklyn, NY
a beautifully made solid teak filing cabinet with glass doors and a top that lifts up to reveal a
Category
Early 20th Century Thai Cabinets
Materials
Teak
Abbess Custom Oak File Cabinet
By Abbess
Located in Manhattan Beach, CA
Solid oak, brass handles, locking custom made Abbess file cabinet.
Category
Early 20th Century British Art Deco Cabinets
Materials
Brass
20th Century Oak Filing Cabinet
Located in Antwerp, Antwerp
1930s English oak filing cabinet with brass handles. Great warm colour of the wood.
Category
Vintage 1930s English Cabinets
Materials
Oak
Danish Oak File Cabinet
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Oak Danish file cabinet, circa 1960s. Smooth operating tambour door rolls open to cubby with
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets
Materials
Oak
Mouse Steel Desk With Filing Cabinet
Located in New York, NY
Industrial "Mouse" steel cabinet with one large hidden drawer. Filing cabinet on wheels with two
Category
20th Century American Desks
Materials
Steel
Solid Oak 2 Drawer File Cabinet
Located in Manhattan Beach, CA
Solid Oak file cabinet, brass plate handles
Category
Vintage 1950s American Art Deco Cabinets
Materials
Oak
Polished Steel Combo File Cabinet
Located in Oakland, CA
Rare deco steel file cabinet. Two upper drawers for index cards and the bottom drawer is for
Category
Vintage 1950s American Cabinets
Materials
Steel
Roll Front Card File Cabinet
Located in Culver City, CA
This great roll top filing cabinet has 16 drawers with brass label frames and pull tabs. The oak
Category
Early 20th Century American Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Hans J. Wegner Flat File Cabinet
By Johannes Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Hans J. Wegner
Unik flat file cabinet made on special order by Johannes Hansen.
Made in teak
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets
Materials
Steel
Classic Four-Drawer Steelcase File Cabinet
By Steelcase
Located in Oakland, CA
Deco file cabinet by Steelcase. This is a Classic four-drawer model. Features original deco handles
Category
Vintage 1950s American Industrial Cabinets
French Oak Single Tambour Front Filing Cabinet
Located in Buckinghamshire, GB
French oak single tambour front filing cabinet having five fixed plywood shelves which slide
Category
Vintage 1920s French Cabinets
Jens Risom 1970s Modernist File Cabinet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
W42 D20 H29
Vintage rare file cabinet by Jens Risom in overall great condtion. Item shows well as
Category
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Wood
Polished Steel Two-Drawer Lateral File Cabinet
Located in Oakland, CA
Nice quality Hon brand file cabinet. Very minimal profile with inset polished aluminum handles. We
Category
Late 20th Century American Industrial Cabinets
Materials
Steel
vintage oak tambour front file cabinet
Located in Chelmsford, GB
Antique oak tambour front file cabinet circa 1920 .
The cabinet is in good used condition ,it has 9
Category
Vintage 1920s French Aesthetic Movement Shelves
Materials
Oak
Antique Globe Wernicke Oak Filing Cabinet
By Globe Wernicke
Located in Alhambra, CA
Antique American Globe Wernicke file cabinet composed of solid golden oak, circa 1900. This 3
Category
Antique Early 1900s American American Craftsman Cabinets
Materials
Oak
Danish Mid-Century Modern Tambour Door Oak File Cabinet
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Oak Danish file cabinet, circa 1960's. Double bank tambour door file cabinet with adjustable
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets
Materials
Oak
Two Drawer English Yew Wood File Cabinet
Located in Bedford, NY
Made in England this two drawer file cabinet is finished on all sides.
It can float in a room. Top
Category
Late 20th Century English Cabinets
Midcentury Steel File Cabinet, Custom Refinished to Order
By Allsteel, Steelcase, Mcdowell-Craig
Located in Alhambra, CA
1970s tanker style steel file cabinet refinished in gloss white with brushed aluminum hardware
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Steel
Midcentury Teak Filing Cabinets from Serota London, Set of 2
Located in Chesham, GB
A pair of Serota London teak filing cabinets featuring 16 drawers.
Category
Vintage 1950s British Cabinets
Materials
Teak
Art Metal Construction Company Filing Cabinet Distressed Paint
By Art Metal Co.
Located in Newtown, CT
Very heavy well-made Art Metal Construction Company filing cabinet in distressed original paint
Category
Vintage 1920s American Industrial Cabinets
Materials
Steel
Antique Walnut Cabinet, Sheet Music Cabinet, File Cabinet, Scotland 1920, H1131
Located in Vancouver, BC
Antique Walnut Cabinet, Sheet Music Cabinet, Collectors Cabinet, Filing Cabinet, Antique Furniture
Category
Vintage 1920s Scottish Cabinets
Materials
Walnut
Rosenthal Desk, Chair, and File Cabinet
By Rena Rosenthal
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Truly elegant desk, chair, and file cabinet set by Rosenthal for Burghardtr.
Dimensions:
Desk
Category
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
$4,950 / set
Rare Poul Kjærholm Flat File Cabinet by Rud Rasmussen
By Rud Rasmussen, Poul Kjærholm
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Poul Kjærholm.
Rare flat file cabinet in solid Oregon pine.
Original inventory from the School
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets
Materials
Steel
Midcentury Steelcase File Cabinet, Refinished in Pearl and Army Green
By Allsteel, Steelcase, Mcdowell-Craig
Located in Alhambra, CA
1970s tanker style steel file cabinet by Steelcase. Refinished in two-tone Army Green frame
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Steel
1960s Steel File Cabinet Refinished with Pressed Handles, Refinished
Located in Alhambra, CA
1960s tanker style steel file cabinet with unusual pressed handles and label holders on drawers. We
Category
Vintage 1960s North American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Steel
Large French Oak Apothecary Cabinet / Filing Cabinet, 1930s
Located in Belfast, GB
This large French oak Apothecary cabinet / filing cabinet was manufactured around the 1930s in
Category
20th Century French Furniture
Materials
Wood, Oak
File Cabinet of Massively Stained Oak with Four Drawers Vintage Office Furniture
Located in Hamburg, HH
File cabinet of massively stained oak with four drawers.
Measures: H. 135, B. 40, D. 71 cm
Category
Late 20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Oak
Swedish Mid-Century Modern Open Filing Cabinet in Walnut, circa 1950
Located in Richmond, VA
Swedish Mid-Century Modern open shelved filing cabinet rendered in parquetry inlaid walnut. In
Category
Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Walnut
1960s 4-Drawer Vertical Filing Cabinet, Custom Refinished to Order
By Allsteel, Steelcase, Mcdowell-Craig
Located in Alhambra, CA
Classic 1960s tanker style filing cabinet in a 4-drawer vertical configuration. Refinished in a
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Steel
Oak Tambour Filing Cabinet
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
Substantial French tambour cabinet with 20 shelves. Solid quarter sawn Oak - Key present with
Category
Vintage 1940s French Industrial Cabinets
Vintage Walnut 48 Drawer File Cabinet, Cupboard, Scotland 1920, H204
Located in Vancouver, BC
Vintage Walnut 48 drawer file cabinet, cupboard, Scotland 1920, H204
Scotland, 1920
Solid Walnut
Category
Vintage 1920s Scottish Cabinets
Materials
Walnut
Antique Mahogany Globe Wernicke Mahogany Filing Cabinet, circa 1920
By Globe Wernicke
Located in Wisbech, Walton Wisbech
Antique mahogany Globe Wernicke mahogany filing cabinet, circa 1920.
This is a lovely rare
Category
Vintage 1920s British Modern Cabinets
Materials
Mahogany
Mid Century Two-Drawer Filing Cabinet, Custom Refinished to Order
Located in Alhambra, CA
Classic 1960s tanker filing cabinet refinished in custom colors. Pictured here in "Natural Steel
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Steel
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
Antique Edwardian Walnut Sheet Music Cabinet File Cabinet, Scotland 1910, H857
Located in Vancouver, BC
Antique Edwardian walnut sheet music cabinet file cabinet, Scotland 1910, H857.
Scotland 1910
Category
Vintage 1910s Scottish Benches
Materials
Walnut
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
Victorian Sheet Music and File, Cabinet, Chest of Drawers, Scotland 1880, H858
Located in Vancouver, BC
Ant. Victorian walnut sheet music cabinet, file, cabinet, chest of drawers, Scotland 1880, H858
Category
Antique 19th Century Dining Room Tables
Materials
Walnut
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
$3,681
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
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There is a range of used filing cabinets for sale on 1stDibs. The range of distinct used filing cabinets — often made from wood, metal and oak — can elevate any home. There are all kinds of used filing cabinets available, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. Used filing cabinets bearing mid-century modern or industrial hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. There have been many well-made used filing cabinets over the years, but those made by Pierre Jeanneret, Herman Miller and George Nelson are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much are Used Filing Cabinets?
Used filing cabinets can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $3,200, while the lowest priced sells for $1 and the highest can go for as much as $245,000.
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 Used Filing Cabinets
- 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, 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.
- 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, 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 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.
- 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022A hutch cabinet is a multifunctional piece of furniture. It can be used to serve tea and coffee while also storing your favourite china and other larger serving dishes. On 1stDibs, find a collection of authentic hutch cabinets from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Also known as a sideboard, a buffet table is mostly used for storage of large dining pieces, like a gravy boat, or everyday pieces, such as plates and flatware.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022You may still find some apothecary cabinets being used today in small pharmacies but they were a commonplace element in the 1800s, and a very efficient way for physicians and pharmacists to store and categorize their medications. Shop a collection of vintage and antique apothecary cabinets from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 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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