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1920s French Wooden Cabinet on Wheels
Located in High Point, NC
with handfuls of documents, opening and slamming drawers on this vintage, green patinated filing
Category
Vintage 1920s French Industrial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal
National Mount Airy Mahogany Executive Lateral Filing Cabinets with lock
By National Furniture Company
Located in Germantown, MD
Price is per each. A fabulous of National Mount Airy Mahogany Executive Lateral Filing Cabinets
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Massive Industrial Factory Card Catalog
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage metal file cabinet restored in a bare style finish. Great Industrial look with brass
Category
Vintage 1950s Industrial Cabinets
Materials
Metal
Vintage Filing Cabinet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Old Belgian Filing Cabinet with original hardware and great drawer space. Wonderful industrial
Category
Vintage 1940s Belgian Cabinets
Materials
Oak
Industrial Filing Cabinet on Wheels
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage filing cabinet with 36 drawers on wheels. Fully operational.
Category
Vintage 1940s Belgian Cabinets
Materials
Metal
Filing Cabinet by Illum Wikkelso
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in New York, NY
Vintage 1960s Illum Wikkelso Long Low Filing Cabinet
This Vintage Filing Cabinet is solid, heavy
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Credenzas
Materials
Stainless Steel
Tall English Polished Steel Filing Cabinet with Tapered Legs, circa 1960
By Industrial Design
Located in Chester, Flintshire
Set on four tapered legs and having 15 drawers, the outer of this tall steel vintage filing cabinet
Category
Vintage 1960s British Industrial Cabinets
Materials
Steel
Vintage steel file cabinet
Located in Treasure Island, CA
Vintage steel file cabinet. We have multiples of these in 2, 3, 4, 5 drawer, and card index
Category
Vintage 1950s American Cabinets
Materials
Steel
Vintage Oak Filing Cabinet
Located in Alexandria, VA
Lovely 4-drawer oak filing cabinet. Fits standard files. Will send a set of racks for hanging
Category
20th Century American Cabinets
Materials
Oak
Vintage Steel File Cabinet
Located in Houston, TX
vintage american steel file drawers with brass detailing, breaks in to 5 pieces
Category
20th Century American Cabinets
Materials
Steel, Brass
Vintage steel file cabinet
Located in Treasure Island, CA
Early and rare file for the office or home.
Category
Vintage 1930s American Cabinets
Materials
Steel, Brass
Vintage steel file cabinet
Located in Treasure Island, CA
Fascinating deco styling, with airplane like handles. Lateral file
Category
Vintage 1940s American Cabinets
Materials
Steel
Vintage Brushed Steel Filing
Storage Cabinet
Located in Hudson, NY
a vintage 1940's brushed steel storage/filing cabinet, with a series of graduated and divided
Category
Vintage 1940s American Cabinets
Materials
Steel
Vintage Industrial Stripped Metal Filing Cabinet
By Art Metal Co.
Located in Bangor, Gwynedd
A vintage industrial 1930s American stripped metal 4-drawer filing cabinet. It has solid brass
Category
Vintage 1930s American Industrial Cabinets
Materials
Steel
Vintage Industrial Stripped Metal 4-Drawer Filing Cabinet Foolscap Files
Located in Bangor, Gwynedd
This vintage 4-drawer metal filing cabinet has been stripped back to bare metal to give it a great
Category
Vintage 1970s English Industrial Cabinets
Materials
Steel
Industrial Filing Cabinet
Located in Phoenix, AZ
This vintage industrial muli-drawer filing cabinet will keep you organized and looking good.
Category
20th Century Industrial Cabinets
Materials
Iron
Vintage Early 20th Century Tambour Filing Cabinet
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
Very lovely oak filing cabinet with tambour front from the 1920s-1930s.
With working lock and
Category
20th Century British Bookcases
Materials
Wood
Vintage File
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
Decorative file in green paint with brass details
Category
Early 20th Century French Cabinets
Materials
Metal
$2,400
Vintage Steelcase File Cabinets, Refinished or Sold Separately
By Steelcase
Located in Alhambra, CA
Vintage 1970s Steelcase file cabinets refinished in a satin blue powder coat. Getting organized
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Steel
Vintage Industrial Stripped Metal 4-Drawer Filing Cabinet
Located in Bangor, Gwynedd
This vintage 4-drawer metal filing cabinet has been stripped back to bare metal to give it a great
Category
Vintage 1930s English Industrial Cabinets
Materials
Steel
Vintage Industrial Stripped Metal 4-Drawer Filing Cabinet
Located in Bangor, Gwynedd
This vintage 4-drawer metal filing cabinet has been stripped back to bare metal to give it a great
Category
Vintage 1950s English Industrial Cabinets
Materials
Steel
Vintage Industrial Stripped Metal 15-Drawer Filing Cabinet
Located in Bangor, Gwynedd
A stunning vintage 1970s Industrial stripped metal 15 drawer filing cabinet. This impressive A4
Category
Vintage 1970s British Industrial Cabinets
Materials
Steel
Vintage Danish Teak File Cabinet with Tambour Doors
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Mid Century Teak Cabinet offers plenty of space for organization behind its smooth gliding
Category
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Teak
Vintage Industrial Stripped Metal 9-Drawer Filing Cabinet
By Stor All Steel
Located in Bangor, Gwynedd
A stunning vintage 1950s industrial stripped metal 9-drawer filing cabinet. This impressive A4 size
Category
Vintage 1950s British Industrial Cabinets
Materials
Steel
Vintage Industrial Stripped Metal 5-Drawer Filing Cabinet
By Stor All Steel
Located in Bangor, Gwynedd
A stunning vintage 1950s industrial stripped metal 5-drawer filing cabinet. This impressive A4 size
Category
Vintage 1950s British Industrial Cabinets
Materials
Steel
Vintage, Two Drawer Legal File Cabinet by Steelcase
By Steelcase
Located in Oakland, CA
Built to last, these vintage cabinets made of heavy gauge steel which is stripped, hand polished
Category
Vintage 1950s American Art Deco Cabinets
3 Drawer Vertical Filing Cabinet
Located in Alhambra, CA
Vintage 3-drawer filing cabinet with recessed handles
Category
Vintage 1970s American Cabinets
Materials
Steel
Industrial Style Stackable Metal Filing Cabinets
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Unique vintage stacking metal file cabinets in army green. Units are very versatile and can be
Category
Vintage 1940s American Cabinets
Materials
Metal
Vintage Danish Tambour Door Dual Compartment Teak File Cabinet (A)
Located in San Francisco, CA
A vintage Danish dual compartment teak file cabinet with locking tambour doors.
Very clean design
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Vintage Stripped and Polished Steel Two-Drawer Filing Cabinet
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
Vintage stripped and polished steel 2-drawer filing cabinet with metal handles.
The interior is
Category
20th Century British Bookcases
Materials
Steel
Vintage Danish Tambour Door Dual Compartment Teak File Cabinet (B)
Located in San Francisco, CA
A vintage Danish dual compartment teak file cabinet with locking tambour doors.
Very clean design
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Pair of Vintage Industrial Stripped Metal 5-Drawer Filing Cabinets
Located in Bangor, Gwynedd
A stunning pair of vintage 1980s industrial stripped metal 5-drawer filing cabinets complete with
Category
Vintage 1980s British Industrial Cabinets
Materials
Steel
French Leather "Cartonnier" File Cabinet, 1970s
Located in Austin, TX
A vintage embossed green leather file cabinet or cartonnier, French, circa 1970s. Four pull-out
Category
Late 20th Century French Apothecary Cabinets
Materials
Brass
1940s Steelcase File Cabinet with Deco Hardware
By Shaw Walker
Located in Alhambra, CA
1940s Steelcase steel file cabinet with original green paint. The hardware is special on this one
Category
Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Cabinets
Materials
Brass, Steel
Vintage steel combo file
Located in Treasure Island, CA
We've never seen this model before
Category
Vintage 1930s American Cabinets
Materials
Steel
$1,250
Vintage Steel Mobile File Cart
Located in Oakland, CA
Vintage deco style file cabinet. This high style beauty offers lots of secure file storage. 2
Category
Vintage 1950s American Industrial Cabinets
Vintage Industrial Steel Legal Filing Cabinet with 30 Drawers by Art Metal
By Art Metal Co.
Located in Pau, FR
Large Industrial painted steel legal filing cabinet with 30 drawers, made by Art Metal, Jamestown
Category
Vintage 1940s American Industrial Cabinets
Materials
Steel
Vintage Industrial Flat File Cabinate
Located in Oakland, CA
Striking steel flat file from printers shop. Restored and ready for re-assignment to home or office
Category
Vintage 1930s American Cabinets
Vintage 1950s Large Walnut Executive Desk and File Cabinet by Jens Risom
By Jens Risom
Located in Hudson, NY
A very handsome vintage 1950s large executive desk with a companion four drawer file storage
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Desks
1940s File Cabinet with Distressed Finish, 4-Drawer Tall
Located in Alhambra, CA
1940s steel file cabinet with a distressed finish and brass hardware polished to a shine. 4-drawer
Category
Vintage 1940s American Industrial Cabinets
Materials
Brass, Steel
Vintage Double Flat File in Pine
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
Double flat file, nice bin pulls
Category
20th Century Unknown Cabinets
Materials
Pine
Multi-Drawer Vintage Steel Card File
Located in Alhambra, CA
Heavy duty seven-drawer steel card file with nicely distressed putty colored finish. Drawers on
Category
Vintage 1940s American Machine Age Cabinets
Materials
Steel
1940s File Cabinet by Steel Furniture Co., 5 Drawer Tall
Located in Alhambra, CA
1940s steel file cabinet by Steel Furniture Mfg. Co., Baldwin Hills, CA. 5-drawer vertical
Category
Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Cabinets
Materials
Brass, Steel
Vintage Modular Polished Steel Office File System
Located in Treasure Island, CA
Stacks for maximum flexibility, expertly restored.
Category
Vintage 1940s American Cabinets
Materials
Glass, Leather
Vintage 11-Drawer Flat File
Located in Alhambra, CA
Rare configuration flat file. Great for the office!
Category
20th Century American Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Industrial Polished Steel Filing Cabinet with Tapered Legs by Stor, circa 1950s
By Industrial Design
Located in Chester, Flintshire
Set on tapered legs, the outer of this vintage steel filing cabinet by 'Stor' has been
Category
Mid-20th Century British Industrial Cabinets
Materials
Steel
Flat File Cabinet Coffee Table in High Gloss White with Brass Hardware
Located in Alhambra, CA
We refinished this vintage architect's flat file cabinet for use as a coffee table. It's perfect
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Steel, Brass
Vintage Green Flat File Storage Cabinet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A wonderfully graphic and colorful flat file storage cabinet with a beautifully worn and muted
Category
Vintage 1940s American More Furniture and Collectibles
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Oxford Keep-It Cabinets
Located in Atlanta, US
Vintage Oxford Keep-It plastic filing cabinets with single pull-out drawers. These items are in
Category
Vintage 1970s American Space Age Cabinets
Materials
Plastic
$50 / item
Flat File Coffee Table in High Gloss White
Located in Alhambra, CA
Vintage architect's flat file cabinet repurposed for use as a coffee table. Refinished in high
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Flat File Coffee Table in Gloss White with Glass Top, Custom Order
Located in Alhambra, CA
Vintage architect's flat file cabinet repurposed for use as a coffee table. Refinished in high
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Steel
Vintage Steelcase File Cabinet, Refinished in Blue
By Steelcase
Located in Alhambra, CA
Vintage 1970s Steelcase file cabinet powder coated in gloss "M&M Blue" (BL05). Features lock with
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Aluminum, Steel
Vintage Industrial Stripped Metal 15-Drawer Filing Cabinet
By Stor All Steel
Located in Bangor, Gwynedd
A stunning vintage 1950s industrial stripped metal 15-drawer filing cabinet complete with key. This
Category
Vintage 1950s British Industrial Cabinets
Materials
Steel
Vintage 1930s Industrial Four-Drawer Steel Green Filing Cabinet
Located in Ambleside, Cumbria
This Industrial filing cabinet was manufactured in the United Kingdom in 1931.
It is made from
Category
Vintage 1930s English Industrial Cabinets
Materials
Brass, Steel
Vintage Stripped and Polished Steel Two-Drawer Filing Cabinet
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
The interior is in its original finish. As it's a vintage piece, coming from a working environment
Category
20th Century British Bookcases
Materials
Steel
Vintage Solid Oak 44-Drawer File Cabinet, Office Library Chest, Collectors
Located in Vancouver, BC
functional cabinet
Very heavy
$2450
B684
Measures: 40" W x 16" D x 63" H
Shipping $500-600 with
Category
Vintage 1930s Cabinets
Materials
Oak
Rare Antique Oak Flat File Cabinet
Located in New York, NY
1930s, American.
Vintage ten-drawer oak flat file cabinet. Beautiful original patina. Rare and
Category
Vintage 1930s Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Oak
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Vintage Filing Cabinets For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are several options of vintage filing cabinets available for sale. Frequently made of metal, wood and brass, all vintage filing cabinets available were constructed with great care. Vintage filing cabinets have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. There are many kinds of vintage filing cabinets to choose from, but at 1stDibs, Industrial, Mid-Century Modern and Arts and Crafts vintage filing cabinets are of considerable interest. Many vintage filing cabinets are appealing in their simplicity, but Globe Wernicke, Library Bureau SoleMakers and Yawman and Erbe produced popular vintage filing cabinets that are worth a look.
How Much are Vintage Filing Cabinets?
Prices for vintage filing cabinets can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, vintage filing cabinets begin at $85 and can go as high as $9,499, while the average can fetch as much as $1,836.
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 Vintage Filing 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.
- 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.
- 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 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 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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