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Industrial Mid Century Metal Filing Document / Letter Tray Desk organiser 50s
Located in Leamington Spa, GB
Vintage tiered metal filing tray, from the 1940’s - 1950’s. A Sophisticated Grey and Stylish
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Mid-20th Century British Industrial Retro Metal File

Materials

Metal

Unusual Industrial Salvage Colourful Office Metal Filing Cabinet, Graffiti Art
Located in Llanbrynmair, GB
Unusual, definitely wacky and possibly artistic. This 1970s retro filing cabinet in the most
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Mid-20th Century British Industrial Retro Metal File

Materials

Metal

Oak Mid-Century Cabinet with Tambour Door, Storage and Orange Filing Rack
By Nipu
Located in Los Angeles, CA
pullout orange enameled metal file racks for hanging files. (May need to modify for smaller/larger files
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Retro Metal File

Materials

Oak

41" Industrial Architectural Metal Flat File Cabinet
Located in Pasadena, TX
41" Industrial Architectural metal flat file cabinet Repurposed architects flat file cabinet
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Mid-20th Century North American Industrial Retro Metal File

Materials

Metal

Italian mid-century modern brown metal wall filing cabinet card holder, 1960s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian mid-century modern brown metal wall filing cabinet card holder, 1960s Rectangular
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Retro Metal File

Materials

Metal

Teak File Cabinet
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Three drawer mid-century style file cabinet with teak grain wood veneer. Metal gliding rails
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Retro Metal File

Materials

Teak

Retro Teak File Cabinet
Teak File Cabinet
H 39 in W 19.75 in D 24 in
Vintage Industrial Steel Metal 30-Drawer Catalogue File Cabinet by Addressograph
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage industrial steel metal 30-drawer catalogue file cabinet by Addressograph, circa mid-20th
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Mid-20th Century American Industrial Retro Metal File

Materials

Steel

Vintage Columbia Steel Equip Green Metal 10 Drawer Industrial File Cabinet (a)
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Columbia Steel Equip Green Metal 10 Drawer Industrial File Cabinet (A). Item features
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Late 20th Century Industrial Retro Metal File

Materials

Steel

Vintage Columbia Steel Equip Green Metal 10 Drawer Industrial File Cabinet 'B'
By Columbia Steel Equip. Co. 1
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Columbia Steel Equip Green Metal 10 Drawer Industrial File Cabinet (B) Item features
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Late 20th Century Industrial Retro Metal File

Materials

Steel

Vintage Cole Steel Industrial Steel Metal Gray Stacking Work File Card Cabinet
By Cole Steel
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Cole Steel industrial steel metal gray stacking work file card cabinet. Item features a
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Mid-20th Century Industrial Retro Metal File

Materials

Steel

vintage filing cabinet cupboard NKR Sweden
Located in GRONINGEN, NL
vintage filing cabinet cupboard NKR Sweden period 70s design NKR Sweden condition good
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1970s Swedish Retro Metal File

Materials

Metal

vintage filing cabinet  cupboard  NKR  Sweden
vintage filing cabinet  cupboard  NKR  Sweden
H 29.14 in W 31.5 in D 16.93 in
Vintage Danish Rosewood Executive Filing Cabinet
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Give your most important files the cabinet they deserve with this wonderfully impressive rosewood
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Retro Metal File

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Leather-Covered Filing Cabinets, Late 20th Century
Located in Greding, DE
Pair of leather covered filing cabinets on wheels with four drawers and a round metal inlay on top
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Late 20th Century Italian Modern Retro Metal File

Materials

Metal

Dutch Beech Apothecary / Filing Cabinet, 1950s
Located in Nijmegen, NL
36 drawers with metal hardware. The inside of the drawers measure: DWH 36 x 26.5 x 9.5 cm.
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1950s Dutch Industrial Retro Metal File

Materials

Beech

Dutch Beech Apothecary / Filing Cabinet, 1950s
Dutch Beech Apothecary / Filing Cabinet, 1950s
H 70.87 in W 39.77 in D 15.75 in
Brazilian Modern Filing Cabinet & Drawers in Rosewood, Jorge Zalszupin, 1960s
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in New York, NY
beauty. This filing cabinet was designed by Jorge Zalszupin and has three drawers with a metal handle
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1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Retro Metal File

Materials

Metal

1960s Danish Sigurd Hansens Extendable Rosewood Executive Desk & File Cabinet
By Sigurd Hansen Møbelfabrik
Located in Monrovia, CA
Matching Rosewood File Cabinet. This Is A Gorgeous Vintage Rosewood Executive / Presidential Desk by
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Retro Metal File

Materials

Metal

Steelcase Broadside Lateral Filing Cabinets on Rolling Base (2)
By Steelcase
Located in Hanover, MA
Two first edition 1966 Steelcase 'Broadside' lateral file cabinets each with four pull-out lateral
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Retro Metal File

Materials

Steel

Set of Five File Folders in Wicker and Brass, Italy, 1960s
Located in Rome, IT
Five big file folders in wicker and brass details made in Italy in the 1960s.
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Retro Metal File

Materials

Metal, Brass

Mid-Century P.E. Guerin NY Cartonnier File Cabinet Box
By P. E. Guerin
Located in Forney, TX
hardware firm in the United States, and the only metal foundry in New York City. The company was started in
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Mid-20th Century American Retro Metal File

Materials

Metal, Brass, Bronze

French 1960s 18 Karat Rose Gold Filed Convict Mesh Chain Necklace
Located in Poitiers, FR
Chain in 18 karat rose gold, eagle head hallmark. Chain in massive gold, it is formed of a filed
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1960s French Retro Retro Metal File

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Portuguese Oak Tambour Door File Double Cabinet, By Olaio, 1950s
By Olaio
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
metal handles that offer a contrast in texture and material to the oak wood. Additionally, the cabinet
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1950s Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Retro Metal File

Materials

Oak

Carmelo Cappello Metal Sculpture, Triangular Spiral
By Carmelo Cappello
Located in Milano, IT
: 49x25x6 cm. The work is filed in the Carmelo Cappello Archive with the inventory number: A78-102. Cm 25.50
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Retro Metal File

Materials

Metal

Lounge Chair in Skaï, Metal and Wood by Roger Tallon, Technès, 1966
By Roger Tallon
Located in PARIS, FR
Lounge chair in skai, metal and wood by Roger Tallon, Technès, 1966 Roger Tallon is one of
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1960s French Retro Metal File

Materials

Metal

Narrow Relay Cabinet by Geoff Hollington for Herman Miller
By Geoff Hollington, Herman Miller
Located in Dorchester, MA
cabinet has a black metal case with slide-in cherry-stained doors. Inside are a file drawer at bottom and
Category

1990s American Retro Metal File

Materials

Metal

Robert Larin Brutalist Modernist Sculptural Bracelet, Canadian Art Jewelry
By Robert Larin
Located in Chesterfield, NJ
by the lost wax process and then filed by hand to remove the rough surfaces left by the casting. The
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1970s Canadian Brutalist Retro Metal File

Materials

Metal, Pewter

Florence Knoll Designed Credenza
By Knoll, Florence Knoll
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-century modern office sideboard by Florence Knoll. Walnut grain throughout with strong metal
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Retro Metal File

Materials

Metal

Florence Knoll Designed Credenza
Florence Knoll Designed Credenza
H 27 in W 18.63 in D 71.25 in
Brazilian Modern Cabinet with Three Drawers in Rosewood, Jorge Zalszupin, 1960s
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in New York, NY
Immediately available with complementary shipping n NYC area this Brazilian modern filing cabinet
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1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Retro Metal File

Materials

Metal

Robert Larin Brutalist Modernist Sculptural Bracelet, Canadian Art Jewelry
By Robert Larin
Located in Chesterfield, NJ
lost wax process and then filed by hand to remove the rough surfaces left by the casting. The piece was
Category

1970s Canadian Brutalist Retro Metal File

Materials

Metal, Pewter

1955 "Quaternary: Ice-Age Landscape" Woolly Mammoth Vintage Wall Hanging
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
- Ice-age landscape)” the composition features two woolly mammoths walking single file across a snowy
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Retro Metal File

Materials

Metal

Desk Chair Mod.Synthesis 45 Designed by Ettore Sottsass for Olivetti, Italy 197
By Ettore Sottsass, Olivetti
Located in Milano, IT
system consisted of desks, chairs, armchairs, filing cabinets, cabinets, and hundreds of accessories. The
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Retro Metal File

Materials

Metal

Pair of Midcentury German Modern Brown Aluminum Chairs from Mauser Werke Waldeck
By Mauser Werke
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
dates back to 1896, when Alfons Mauser opened a factory for metal products - Zaunkönig. In 1903, Mauser
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1970s German Modern Retro Metal File

Materials

Metal, Aluminum

Mid Century Strafor desk from the Netherlands, 1960s
By Strafor
Located in Los Angeles, CA
on both sides with a file drawer on the right hand side. Outfitted with a linoleum top. In original
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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Retro Metal File

Materials

Metal

Ode to the Ancient Monarch aluminum sculpture by James C. Myford
Located in Hudson, NY
. After the sculpture is cast there can be considerable cleanup and finishing including: grinding, filing
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1970s Abstract Retro Metal File

Materials

Slate, Metal

Geraldo de Barros, 2-seater Tubular sofa, c. 1970
By Geraldo de Barros
Located in PARIS, FR
Designed in the 1970s, this three-seater sofa in tubular metal and white fabric by Geraldo de
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Retro Metal File

Materials

Metal

Geraldo de Barros, Tubular Sofa, c. 1970
By Geraldo de Barros
Located in PARIS, FR
Designed in the 1970s, this three-seater sofa in tubular metal and white fabric by Geraldo de
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Retro Metal File

Materials

Metal

Geraldo de Barros, Tubular Sofa, c. 1970
Geraldo de Barros, Tubular Sofa, c. 1970
H 78.74 in W 28.74 in D 22.05 in
Vintage Organizing Teak Desk Letter Holder Office Accessory
Located in San Jose, CA
pen holder and mouse sculpture accessorized with leather ears and a tail. Perfect for filing mail or
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Retro Metal File

Materials

Metal

Josias Astronomical Clock Watch Parts Assemblage Photo Planet Collage Photograph
By Vera Simons
Located in Surfside, FL
This one depicts a Planetary assemblage with small watch parts (metal wheels) collaged on to it. It
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1970s Dada Retro Metal File

Materials

Metal

Harvey Probber Executive Pedestal Desk with Polished Walnut Top
By Harvey Probber
Located in San Francisco, CA
Rare monumental desk by Harvey Probber in walnut, brass, metal fittings and leather inlaid top
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Retro Metal File

Materials

Metal, Brass

Florence Knoll Desk
By Florence Knoll
Located in Chicago, IL
. Features five drawers one for files. Modesty panel shows steel reveal details. {Ten more available}.
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Retro Metal File

Materials

Metal

Florence Knoll Desk
Florence Knoll Desk
H 29 in W 66 in D 32 in
Bertha Schaefer for Singer and Sons Italian Walnut Asymmetrical Desk
By M. Singer & Sons, Bertha Schaefer
Located in Brooklyn, NY
three drawers to the left (two drawers and a bottom filing cabinet drawer). Sleek design with sharp
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Retro Metal File

Materials

Metal

Series of 7 Large Wall Lights with Deflector, France, 1950
Located in Catonvielle, FR
Large wall lamp in black and red lacquered metal, France, 1950. In the tradition of designers such
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Retro Metal File

Materials

Metal

Rare 1970's Jorge Zalszupin L'atelier Space-Age Plastic Desk
By Jorge Zalszupin, L'Atelier San Paulo
Located in Norwalk, CT
plastic cantilevered desk features (3) drawers including file drawer, (14) molded plastic compartments for
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1970s Brazilian Space Age Retro Metal File

Materials

Metal

French Pendulum Clock & Aneroid Barometer, circa 1960
Located in Labrit, Landes
barometer) was developed by the Frenchman Lucien Vidie who filed a patent for it in 1844 (in collaboration
Category

Mid-20th Century French Retro Metal File

Materials

Metal, Brass

Midcentury Italian Arco Desk by BBPR for Olivetti Synthesis
By Studio BBPR, Olivetti
Located in Brooklyn, NY
stunning Italian Industrial Design that looks amazing in any setting. The metal frame has two hefty drawers
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Retro Metal File

Materials

Metal

Herman Miller Typewriter Desk Return by George Nelson
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
durability and elegance. The sturdy frame, crafted from premium wood or metal, provides stability and support
Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Retro Metal File

Materials

Metal

Florence Knoll Desk
By Florence Knoll
Located in Chicago, IL
. Features five drawers one for files. Modesty panel shows steel reveal details. (Ten more in stock
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Retro Metal File

Materials

Metal

Florence Knoll Desk
Florence Knoll Desk
H 29 in W 66 in D 32 in
Desk Action Office 1, George Nelson, Herman Miller, Large Version
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Bern, CH
originally classic DIN A4 suspension files but also DIN A4 folders. The lid can also be used as a pin board
Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Retro Metal File

Materials

Metal, Aluminum

German Midcentury Set of Four Murano Ice-Glass Wall Sconces by Hillebrand, 1970s
By Egon Hillebrand, Hillebrand
Located in Badajoz, Badajoz
composed metal structure and a piece of Murano glass. Each Sconce is equipped with two light sockets (E14
Category

1970s German Mid-Century Modern Retro Metal File

Materials

Metal

Pair of Faux Malachite Lamps by Paul Hansen
By Paul Hansen
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pair of lamps, of metal, column form, painted in faux malachite, having chased brass capital and
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Mid-20th Century American Retro Metal File

Materials

Brass, Metal

Table Lamp Sintesi Morsetto by Ernesto Gismondi for Artemide 1970s
By Artemide, Ernesto Gismondi
Located in Padova, IT
. This is the arm version with clamp for fixing. Painted metal structure, aluminum diffuser Founded
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Retro Metal File

Materials

Metal

German Midcenturry Pair of Murano Ice-Glass Wall Sconces by Hillebrand, 1970s
By Egon Hillebrand, Hillebrand
Located in Badajoz, Badajoz
composed metal structure and a piece of Murano glass. Each Sconce is equipped with two light sockets (E14
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1970s German Mid-Century Modern Retro Metal File

Materials

Metal

lampadario modello teulada design Carlo Ponzio per harvey Guzzini Iguzzini 1972
By Harvey Guzzini
Located in taranto, IT
colore bianco/beige disposti su due file, una superiore ed una inferiore. Condizioni di conservazione
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Space Age Retro Metal File

Materials

Metal

German Mid-Century Pair of bubbles Murano Wall Sconces by Hillebrand, 1970s
By Hillebrand, Egon Hillebrand
Located in Badajoz, Badajoz
US, UK and EU. Each Wall Sconce is composed metal structure and a piece of Murano glass. Find
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1970s German Mid-Century Modern Retro Metal File

Materials

Metal

German Midcenturry Pair of Murano Ice-Glass Wall Sconces by Hillebrand, 1970s
By Hillebrand, Egon Hillebrand
Located in Badajoz, Badajoz
composed metal structure and a piece of Murano glass. Each Sconce is equipped with two light sockets (E14
Category

1970s German Mid-Century Modern Retro Metal File

Materials

Metal

Modern Steelcase Chrome & Red Swivel Rolling Chair #454 Style Charles Pollock
By Charles Pollock, Steelcase
Located in Topeka, KS
products included fireproof metal safes and four-drawer filing cabinets which Wege invented and
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Late 20th Century American Modern Retro Metal File

Materials

Metal

Jet Desk / Igl-Jet by Ernest Igl aka Ernest Hoffmann for Wilhelm Werndl, 1970s
By Wilhelm Werndl, Ernest Igl
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
the table) and a patent application was filed for this desk in the u.s.. in fact, there are hardly any
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1970s Czech Space Age Retro Metal File

Materials

Metal

1950's Ferdinand Solère Floor Lamp
By Ferdinand Solere
Located in GUÉCÉLARD, FR
A metal floor lamp, which dates from the 1950s, industrial style and period. It is marked on the
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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Retro Metal File

Materials

Metal, Stainless Steel

1950's Ferdinand Solère Floor Lamp
1950's Ferdinand Solère Floor Lamp
H 70.87 in W 51.19 in D 15.75 in
Mid-CenturyModern Desk in Hardwood by Jorge Zalszupin for L’atelier, c. 1960s
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in New York, NY
has two floating drawers with metal handles. The smooth wood patterns on the top of table are called
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Retro Metal File

Materials

Metal

Ste. Marie & Laurent Burl Wood and Chrome Credenza
By Ste. Marie and Laurent
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Ste. Marie & Laurent credenza with black leather top, deep file drawer, three pencil drawers and
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Mid-20th Century Canadian Mid-Century Modern Retro Metal File

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Art Deco Revival to Postmodern Paolo Gucci Floor Lamp White Sculpted Resin
By Paolo Gucci
Located in Topeka, KS
dollars. In 1993, Paolo filed for bankruptcy claiming he was in debt upward of 90 million dollars, and he
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1980s Italian Art Deco Retro Metal File

Materials

Metal

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Retro Metal File For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal retro metal file for your home. Each retro metal file for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, brass and steel. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect retro metal file — we have versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. A retro metal file made by Industrial designers — as well as those associated with Mid-Century Modern — is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one retro metal file that is appealing in its simplicity, but Columbia Steel Equip. Co. and P.E. Guerin produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Retro Metal File?

Prices for a retro metal file start at $391 and top out at $3,995 with the average selling for $1,342.