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What is a flat file cabinet used for?
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A 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 ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
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Hamilton Flat File cabinet
By Hamilton
Located in Pasadena, TX
Hamilton flat file cabinet. It's made in oak in the Mission style of the Arts and Crafts period
Category
Vintage 1910s American Arts and Crafts Bookcases
Materials
Oak
$520 Sale Price
20% Off
41" Industrial Architectural Metal Flat File Cabinet
Located in Pasadena, TX
41" Industrial Architectural metal flat file cabinet
Repurposed architects flat file cabinet
Category
Mid-20th Century North American Industrial Cabinets
Materials
Metal
$1,520 Sale Price
20% Off
Mid-Century Modern Oak 15-Drawer Architect's Blueprint Flat File Cabinet
By Globe Wernicke
Located in South Bend, IN
blueprint flat file cabinet, map file, or art cabinet
In the manner of Globe Wernicke
By Charrette
USA
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Steel
Mid-Century Modern Oak 15-Drawer Architect's Blueprint Flat File Cabinet
By Globe Wernicke
Located in South Bend, IN
blueprint flat file cabinet, map file, or art cabinet
In the manner of Globe Wernicke
By Charrette
USA
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Steel
Massive Early 20th Century Oak 13-Drawer Flat File Cabinet
Located in Dekalb, IL
This monumental oak flat file cabinet stands as a commanding example of early 20th-century drafting
Category
Early 20th Century American Industrial Cabinets
Materials
Wood
Antique Painted Oak Flat File Cabinet in Blue
Located in Dekalb, IL
Large, antique flat file.
This piece features two stacks of 5-drawer cabinets plus a third
Category
Early 20th Century Cabinets
Materials
Wood, Paint
