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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
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
Vintage handmade 22 Drawer Wooden Flat File Cabinet
Located in Linkebeek, BE
Vintage handmade 22 Drawer Wooden Flat File Cabinet
Craft cabinet with drawers - Industrial
Category
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Wood
Antique Arts & Crafts Oak 16-Drawer Architect's Blueprint Flat File Cabinet
By Globe Wernicke
Located in South Bend, IN
A rare and exceptional antique Arts & Crafts 16-drawer architect's blueprint flat file cabinet, map
Category
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Cabinets
Materials
Oak
Antique Arts & Crafts Oak 15-Drawer Architect's Blueprint Flat File Cabinet
By Globe Wernicke
Located in South Bend, IN
A rare and exceptional antique Arts & Crafts 15-drawer architect's blueprint flat file cabinet, map
Category
Antique Early 1900s American Arts and Crafts Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Oak Flat File Cabinet with Japanned Hardware
Located in Dekalb, IL
Vintage wooden flat file cabinet.
This piece features a unique numbering system, opting to use
Category
Mid-20th Century American Cabinets
Materials
Copper
