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What is a file drawer?

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What is a file drawer?
The term “file drawer” likely refers to filing cabinets. This is a type of office furniture that is used for storing paper documents in file folders. The two most common forms of filing cabinets are lateral filing cabinets and vertical filing cabinets. Shop for a variety of antique and vintage filing cabinets and other storage solutions on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
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Low Japanese Chest with Drawers
Located in New York, US
Low Japanese Chest with Drawers Distressed with age, sourced in Japan
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Antique Late 19th Century Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

Bookcase with Drawers
Located in London, GB
and pull-out drawers, making it a versatile piece for both display and organisation. Each side
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Oak

Antique White Polychrome Wooden Chest of Drawers with Drawers
Located in Marbella, ES
Antique White Polychrome Wooden Chest of Drawers with Drawers
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Early 20th Century Spanish Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

Antique Raised Panel Chest with Drawers
Located in New York, NY
Chinese Qing Dynasty chest with drawers. Accentuated raised panels with scalloped edges make up all
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Antique Early 1900s Chinese Qing Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

Versatile Art Deco Console or Commode with Drawers
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Versatile Art Deco console or commode with drawers. Made of African burl walnut and African
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Vintage 1930s Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Mahogany, Walnut

1950s Console with Drawers
Located in Milano, IT
1950s console with drawers, made of rosewood with a shaped glass on top and brass finishing.
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Vintage 1950s Italian Art Deco Console Tables

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Brass

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