Industrial Flat File
Early 20th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Metal
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Brass
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Metal
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Brass
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Oak
Vintage 1940s Industrial Apothecary Cabinets
Metal
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Metal
Late 20th Century American Modern Armchairs
Chrome
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Aluminum
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Chrome
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Metal
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Marble, Travertine
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Clay, Earthenware
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Wood, Ash, Olive, Burl
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Paper
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Hardwood, Oak
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Metal, Brass, Nickel
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Brass, Bronze, Enamel, Chrome, Nickel
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Plywood
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Fabric, Bouclé, Walnut
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Composition
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Brass
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Glass
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Fabric, Wood
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Wood
Mid-20th Century American Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Oak
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Brass
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Vintage 1920s American Industrial Cabinets
Wood
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Vintage 1950s American Cabinets
Steel
Early 20th Century American Cabinets
Brass
Vintage 1940s American More Furniture and Collectibles
Steel, Brass
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Brass
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Oak
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Metal, Brass
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Iron
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Metal
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Oak
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Metal
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Vintage 1910s American Industrial More Furniture and Collectibles
Iron, Steel
Vintage 1930s American Industrial Cabinets
Early 20th Century American Industrial Cabinets
Oak
Vintage 1940s American Industrial Cabinets
Wood
Vintage 1950s American Industrial Cabinets
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Steel
Vintage 1940s American Industrial Cabinets
Mid-20th Century American Industrial Cabinets
Metal, Brass
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Brass, Steel
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Vintage 1930s Dutch Industrial Apothecary Cabinets
Oak
Mid-20th Century American Industrial Cabinets
Wood
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Aluminum
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Chrome
Vintage 1940s Industrial Cabinets
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Steel
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Steel
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Metal
Vintage 1940s American Industrial Cabinets
Metal, Brass, Steel
Mid-20th Century American Industrial Cabinets
Metal, Steel
Mid-20th Century American Industrial Cabinets
Mid-20th Century American Industrial Cabinets
Metal
Mid-20th Century American Industrial Cabinets
Steel
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Metal
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Oak
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Brass, Iron
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Metal
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Oak
Mid-20th Century American Industrial Cabinets
Metal
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Metal
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Wood
Vintage 1940s American Industrial Cabinets
Steel, Brass, Iron
Antique Late 19th Century American Industrial Cabinets
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Metal
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Oak
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Metal, Steel
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Brass
Mid-20th Century American Industrial Cabinets
Brass
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Mid-20th Century Industrial Cabinets
Metal
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Metal, Brass
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Metal
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Enamel, Steel
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Finding the Right Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets for You
Of all the antique and vintage case pieces and storage cabinets 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 storage 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. Whether you’re seeking a playful sideboard made of colored glass and metals, 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.
- 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.