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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
George Ciancimino Wooden Executive Desk, France, ca. 1970
By George Ciancimino
Located in Maastricht, NL
drawers and on the right a file cabinet. Above both storage units there is a sliding writing tablet.
Category
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Aluminum
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
Vintage Danish Mid Century Modern Teak Executive Desk "Model 15" by Goran Strand
By Göran Strand
Located in San Marcos, CA
vibrant wood grain, a bank of three drawers, a file cabinet, a drop down door offering storage, a display
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Teak
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
$9,501 / item
Stunning Modern Custom Rosewood Desk Suite
By Sibast
Located in Mount Penn, PA
long side table that nests beneath one end and two file cabinets on casters that nest beneath the desk
Category
20th Century Danish Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Steel
$18,500 / set
"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
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
1970s Leather Executive Desk by i4Mariani for Pace Collection
Located in Alhambra, CA
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This two-piece modular desk with return features a file drawer with cabinet, all wrapped in high
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Leather
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
Flat File Coffee Table in High Gloss White with Reclaimed Wood
Located in Alhambra, CA
Vintage architect's flat file cabinet repurposed for use as a coffee table. Refinished in high
Category
Vintage 1970s American Industrial Coffee and Cocktail Tables
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 Ladderax, Robert Heal
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
$1,745
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
$1,419
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
$1,300
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
$2,078
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
$3,358
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
$1,484
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
$3,290
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
Antique Oak File Cabinet
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
Mint condition quarter sawn oak file cabinet. This piece is in such good condition it is hard to
Category
Early 20th Century American Bookcases
$2,275
Steel Flat File Cabinet
Located in Stamford, CT
An industrial flat file cabinet on wheels that can be used as a coffee table.
Category
Vintage 1950s American Cabinets
Materials
Steel
$3,950
Polished Metal Filing Cabinet
Located in Benington, Herts
A good quality polished metal ten-drawer filing cabinet. This polished filing cabinet dates to the
Category
Late 20th Century Great Britain (UK) Cabinets
Materials
Metal
Cas Iron File Cabinet
Located in Surrey, BC
Heavy cast iron file cabinet with great details and cast handles. Original finish with some
Category
Early 20th Century American Cabinets
Materials
Steel, Iron
$1,695
1930 Lift Top Metal Industrial Filing Cabinet
By Automatic File and Index Co.
Located in Surrey, BC
Fully working brushed down to steel filing cabinet on wheels.
Automatic File & Index Co., circa
Category
Vintage 1920s American Machine Age Cabinets
Materials
Metal
Antique Oak Filing Cabinet
Located in Eindhoven, NL
Antique light oak filing cabinet in perfect condition.
Origin: England
Period: Approx. 1930
Size
Category
Vintage 1930s British Cabinets
Materials
Oak
French Oak Filing Cabinet
Located in Eindhoven, NL
Antique light oak filing cabinet with roller shutter. Entirely in good condition.
Origin: France
Category
Antique 1890s French Cabinets
Materials
Oak
Dunbar Walnut File Cabinet
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Two-tone walnut file cabinet by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Four drawers and two doors have nice
Category
Vintage 1950s American Secretaires
Materials
Brass
Antique File Cabinet
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique file cabinet makes a great accent piece for the office, or as a toy organizer for a
Category
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Oak
$2,980
Striking Industrial File Cabinet
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Five drawer industrial metal file cabinet in bare metal finish with accenting brass hardware. Comes
Category
Vintage 1930s American Industrial Cabinets
Oak Filing Cabinet, 1940s
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Oak filing cabinet from the 1940s. With 60 drawers with nice brass handles.
Category
Vintage 1940s Dutch Industrial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Antique Colonial File Cabinet
Located in Eindhoven, NL
Very solid and heavy antique filing cabinet. In very good and usable condition.
teak
Origin
Category
Vintage 1920s Indian Cabinets
Materials
Teak
19th Century Shannon Filing Cabinet
Located in Eindhoven, NL
Antique walnut filing cabinet from the well-known US firm Shannon. They also had a European branch
Category
Antique 1890s American Cabinets
Materials
Walnut
1940
s French Filing Cabinet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
French Filing Cabinet
Category
Vintage 1940s French Bookcases
Materials
Oak
Filing Cabinet Oak Italy 1940s
Located in Milano, IT
File cabinet chest of drawers, oak wood.
Category
Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Oak
Rare Stack File Cabinet
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Industrial metal file cabinet with two barrister bookcases on casters. Striped and lacquered for a
Category
20th Century American Industrial Bookcases
$2,550
Oak Filing Cabinet, 1920s
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
This wooden roller door cabinet / filing cabinet was made from oak in circa 1920. With properly
Category
Vintage 1920s French Industrial Cabinets
Materials
Oak, Plywood
Metal Filing Cabinet
Located in Atlanta, GA
Burnished metal filing cabinet with brass pulls.
Category
20th Century English More Furniture and Collectibles
Materials
Metal
$1,500
Roll Top Large File Cabinet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
ITALIAN LARGE ROLL TOP FILE CABINET OR BOOK CASE.
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Cabinets
Materials
Wood
Vintage Shaw Walker File Cabinet
By Shaw Walker
Located in Brooklyn, NY
1930s Shaw Walker Stackable file cabinet with brass hardware.
Category
Vintage 1930s American Cabinets
Materials
Metal
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Used Filing Cabinets For Sale on 1stDibs
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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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 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 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 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.
- 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 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.
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