Time Magazine Decoupaged General Fireproofing Co. Filing Cabinet & Card Catalog
By General Fireproofing Company
Located in West Chester, PA
One of a kind antique circa 1940's General Fireproofing Company Filing Cabinet & Card Catalog decoupaged on all sides in Time Magazine covers and clippings circa late 1990's. Top two...
Steel
Custom Desk with Credenza by Gordon Bunshaft for General Fireproofing Company
By Gordon Bunshaft, General Fireproofing Company
Located in Kansas City, MO
This is a one of a kind, custom designed partners desk with credenza by Gordon Bunshaft for the General Fireproofing Company, also know as GF and GoodForm. The best looking wood lami...
Aluminum, Steel
C. 1974 Davis Allen of SOM Architects for General Fireproofing Reception Desk
By General Fireproofing Company, Davis Allen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a large Split Reception Desk, initially designed by Davis Allen for General Fireproofing Reception circa 1974. This custom-designed piece truly exemplifies the cutting edge o...
Enamel, Steel
C. 1958 Gordon Bunshaft of SOM / Alcoa / GF Studios Italic Credenza / Cabinet
By General Fireproofing Company, Gordon Bunshaft
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a custom Italic Cabinet, designed by Alcoa / Reynolds / GF Studios for Gordon Bunshaft and SOM's Reynolds Metals Headquarters in Richmond, VA. The design is largely seen as a...
Steel, Aluminum
1970s Davis Allen of SOM Custom Oak / Chrome Credenza General Fireproofing Co.
By Davis Allen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a large oak credenza, designed in the early 1970s by Davis Allen during his forty-year tenure at SOM. SOM refers to the architectural firm Skidmore, Owings & Merrill. This pi...
Steel, Chrome
1970s Davis Allen of SOM for General Fireproofing Credenza in Oak
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a large oak credenza, originally designed by Skidmore, Owings, and Merrill architects (SOM) for General Fireproofing Co. This particular example dates back to the 1970s and w...
Steel
Vintage Industrial Steel Metal Faux Woodgrain Painted Stack Barrister Bookcase
By General Fireproofing Company
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Please message us with your zip code to request a more reasonable domestic U.S. shipping quote. Vintage Industrial Modern Steel Metal Faux Woodgrain Painted Stacking Barrister Bookc...
Steel
C. 1958 Gordon Bunshaft of SOM / Alcoa / GF Studios Italic Desk
By General Fireproofing Company, Gordon Bunshaft
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an Italic Desk, designed by Alcoa / Reynolds / GF Studios for Gordon Bunshaft and SOM's Reynolds Metals Headquarters in Richmond, VA. The design is largely seen as a collabor...
Aluminum, Steel
Rare Antique NCR National Cash Register Industrial Iron Steel Safe Cabinets 40"
Located in Dayton, OH
Rare antique fireproof catalogue storage cabinets from NCR headquarters in Dayton Ohio.
Metal, Steel
Rare Antique NCR National Cash Register Industrial Iron Steel Safe Cabinet 62"
Located in Dayton, OH
Rare antique fireproof catalogue storage cabinet from NCR headquarters in Dayton Ohio.
Metal, Steel
Industrial "All Steel" Faux Grain Cabinet
By General Fireproofing Company
Located in 3 Oaks, MI
Great 1940s-1950s "All Steel General Fireproofing Co." metal office cabinet containing file drawers, a sliding writing tray and a glass fronted sliding barrister bookcase at top.
Cerused Oak and Chrome Credenza by Davis Allen
By Davis Allen, General Fireproofing Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
A low oak and chrome office credenza designed by Davis Allen for GF furniture. The oak paneling that wraps the entire piece has been redone in a black and white cerused finish. This ...
General Fireproof 2 Draw Cabinet
By General Fireproofing Company
Located in Asbury Park, NJ
Great General Fireproof two draws cabinet. This rarely seen example has a glass door on top and solid draw on the bottom. Draws pull out when doors are open. This piece has the nice ...
Metal
General Fireproofing Co. Cabinet
Located in Oakville, CT
General Fireproofing Co. vintage industrial green 5 drawer cabinet Overall dimensions: 28" x 24" x 42" high Drawer dimensions: 21" wide x 27" deep x 5" high
Brass, Steel
The General Fireproofing Mode-Maker Gray Industrial Steel Bookcase
By General Fireproofing Company
Located in New Windsor, NY
Industrial steel and glass bookcase cabinet by The General Fireproofing Company. Circa 1950. The cabinet features easy access pull down doors and extending bookshelves, four wonderfu...
Aluminum, Steel
1950s American Steel and Walnut Credenza by General Fireproofing
By General Fireproofing Company
Located in Sagaponack, NY
An original brilliant blue four door steel credenza with walnut veneered top, square chrome legs, and accenting bright chrome door pulls. Manufactured by GF / General Fireproofing Co...
Steel
Sold
H 64.18 in W 35.83 in D 20.87 in
1890s Original Patented Fireproof Large Cabinet by Tanczos of Vienna
By Wien
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1890s original patented fireproof large cabinet by Tanczos Of Vienna 1890s original patented fireproof large security cabinet by R Tanczos of Vienna. One of our most favourite finds...
Wood
Mid-century Four Drawer Steel Tanker Desk by General Fireproofing
By General Fireproofing Company
Located in Van Nuys, CA
A 1950s powder-coated steel case tanker desk with four drawers by the General Fireproofing Company with a Velvoleum top. Tanker desks from this era are known for their heavy steel co...
Steel
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H 30 in W 66 in D 30 in
Gordon Bunshaft Mid-Century Modern Italic Desk for General Fireproofing Co.
By Gordon Bunshaft, General Fireproofing Company
Located in Chesterfield, NJ
Very cool Mid-Century Modern desk designed by modern design architect Gordon Bunshaft (1909-1990) and manufactured by the General Fireproofing Company. This desk is made of aluminium...
Aluminum
Industrial Double Draw Steel File Cabinet c.1940
By General Fireproofing Company
Located in San Francisco, CA
About A very solidly built all steel 11 drawer file cabinet with double drawers and the original label. The double drawers glide open by pushing one of the two buttons that operate ...
Metal, Steel
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H 32.75 in W 17.5 in D 17.5 in
Vintage 1940s Industrial Raw Steel File Cabinet Card Catalog End Table
By General Fireproofing Company
Located in Lafayette, IN
This wonderful little file cabinet has been customized in our workshop with a hand-stripped, hand-polished, raw steel patina sealed with a semi-gloss lacquer finish. The polished gra...
Brass, Steel
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H 79 in W 35 in D 17.5 in
Tall Industrial, Steel Barrister Bookcase with Five Sections in Faux Wood Finish
By General Fireproofing Company
Located in New York, NY
Industrial book case, in faux wood finish. Five stacks make this unit extra tall and provides lots of storage space. Marked "GF YOUNGSTOWN OHIO" also bears decal from the State of N...
Steel
60" Vintage Oak Stainless Steel GF Davis Allen Credenza
By General Fireproofing Company
Located in Pasadena, TX
Throughout its impressive history, characterized by product innovations, GF has refined its product design and metal fabricating capabilities, using its expertise to accomplish a num...
Chrome
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H 30 in W 80 in D 40 in
Rare Mid Century Modern Italic Executive Desk by Gordon Bunshaft for GF Studios
By Gordon Bunshaft, General Fireproofing Company
Located in Lafayette, IN
This remarkable piece is one of the most spectacular desk designs to come out of the Mid-Century era. Designed by architect Gordon Bunshaft for GF Studios (a division of the General...
Aluminum
Polished Steel Desk by General Fireproofing
By General Fireproofing Company
Located in Oakland, CA
Handsome single bank steel tanker desk with turquoise blue formica top. This is from the Generalaire line from 1964 and features high build quality and simple modern lines. Laminate ...
Formica
General Fireproofing File Cabinet
Located in Treasure Island, CA
Early (for metal) office file with unusual modular side loading file configuration. Each section locks individually. Polished and sealed with automotive laquer.
Steel, Brass
Mode-Maker Tanker Desk by Raymond Loewy for General Fireproofing Co.
By Raymond Loewy, General Fireproofing Company
Located in Alhambra, CA
Rare double pedestal Mode Maker, the iconic tanker desk designed by Raymond Loewy for General Fireproofing Co. Newly refinished in Moon Blue with a black linoleum top. Brushed alumin...
Gold Credenza by General Fireproofing
Located in New York, NY
Large gold credenza by General Fireproofing (Good Form) their Italic line. Five large drawers and two smaller drawers. All doors lock. Wood laminate veneer on tops.
Metal
Steel Desk by General Fireproofing
Located in Oakland, CA
Handsome and well built, this single bank tanker desk is from the "Mode Modern" line which debuted in 1964. Features blue and black specked formica top and relatively compact foot...
Formica
General Fireproofing "Mode Moderne" Executive Desk
Located in Treasure Island, CA
General Fireproofing promoted this series (Mode Moderne) as their "Top of the Line" in 1952. Possibly designed by Raymond Loewy.
Mid-Century Low Boy Steel Office Cabinet, Refinished
By General Fireproofing Company, Mcdowell-Craig, Cole Steel
Located in Alhambra, CA
Rare 1960s office cabinet with locking door and storage shelf. We refinished this tanker-style unit in natural steel. Compact size, unique handle style and bumper top make this piece...
General Fireproofing Card Catalog
Located in Seattle, WA
Made by General Fireproofing Company in Youngstown, Ohio, this vintage card catalog has a unique patina and is great storage option.
Steel
Vintage Steel Lawyer Bookcase, Refinished
By General Fireproofing Company
Located in Alhambra, CA
Three stack vintage lawyer bookcase refinished in a gray metallic powder coat. Glass doors lift and slide into each box for easy access to books or collectibles. A classic piece for ...
Steel
Cerused Oak and Chrome Credenza by Davis Allen
By Florence Knoll, Davis Allen, General Fireproofing Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
A large oak and chrome office credenza designed by Davis Allen for GF furniture. The oak paneling that wraps the entire piece has been redone in a black and white cerused finish. Thi...
$4,400Sale Price|50% Off
H 34 in W 207 in D 68 in
Hans Weiss King Bed Headboard with Nightstands, Walnut & Brass, 1960
By Hans Weiss
Located in Hanover, MA
BG SUMMER SALE Custom L shaped headboard cabinet wall with floating nightstands and bookshelves designed by Hans Weiss in 1960 for the master bedroom of an Upper West Side apartment...
Brass
Murano Sputnik Spherical Green Glass and Brass Chandelier
Located in Roma, Lazio
A fantastic emerald green sputnik, with a surprising design and for its very low height, which allows it to fit in both high and low ceilings. Very elegant, it will furnish and decor...
Brass
$3,990 / item
H 15.75 in W 74.81 in D 29.14 in
Mustard Velvet Daybed with V-Shaped Beechwood Base, Model V
By Dusty Deco
Located in Los Angeles, CA
DD V daybed is an exclusive daybed made by hand in Bosnia and Herzegovina by skilled craftsmen with long experience in wood and upholstery. Both frame and the characteristic V-shaped...
Fabric, Beech, Velvet
Vintage Industrial Enameled Metal Utility Bins with Hinged Lids
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Medium-sized enameled metal utility bins showcase sturdy industrial construction with hinged lids and stackable design. Originally manufactured by Tolesco as workshop storage, these ...
Metal
65 Davis Allen Oak Stainless Credenza
By Davis Allen
Located in Pasadena, TX
Davis Allen joined Skidmore, Owing and Merrill (SOM) in 1950 as a junior architectural designer. In the intervening forty years, and since 1965 with the rank of Associate Partner, S...
Stainless Steel
$17,734Sale Price|20% Off
H 28.75 in W 15.75 in D 8.67 in
Rare 19th Century Italian Memento Mori Bust / Sculpture Carrara Marble Vanitas
Located in Ijzendijke, NL
Masterfully carved Italian Vanitas / Memento Mori bust in solid marble from late 19th century. White Carrara marble skull combined with masterfully carved hood & robes all from...
Carrara Marble
$28,400 / set
H 7.49 in W 37.41 in D 37.41 in
Le Mah Jong Modular Sofa Hans Hopfer Roche Bobois Missoni Silk Velvet, Corduroy
By Hans Hopfer, Roche Bobois, Missoni
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mah Jong modular sofa set by Hans Hopfer, designed in 1971 for Roche Bobois and in a current customized mix of textiles from Sonia Rykiel and the house of Missoni. Features multiple ...
Silk, Velvet
Henry Mouynet Rare Art Deco Pink Pendant Chandelier, 1920
By Mouynet Schneider
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
Superb French Art Deco chandelier by Charles Schneider for Henry Mouynet (Paris), France, circa 1920. Charles Schneider produced some of his finest models for Henry Mouynet. There we...
Brass
$5,123
H 74.81 in W 72.45 in D 11.82 in
Libreria Modulare in Legno Laccato - Carlo De Carli per Fiarm - Italia - Anni 70
By Carlo di Carli
Located in Milano, IT
La libreria in foto, attribuita a Carlo De Carli, prodotta da Fiarm negli anni '70 del XX secolo, è composta da due corpi distinti ma offre la possibilità di unirli in un unico eleme...
Bentwood
$14,000Sale Price|60% Off
H 79.5 in W 84 in D 108.5 in
Vintage 1949 Mid-Century Modern Custom L-Shaped Office Desk by George Nelson
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Lafayette, IN
This remarkable piece is a one-off desk/wardrobe/bar/bookcase/storage cabinet custom-designed by George Nelson in 1949 to match his Basic Cabinet Series (BCS) for Herman Miller. The ...
Aluminum
$17,084Sale Price / item|20% Off
H 69.3 in W 137.8 in D 90.56 in
21st Century Ej Ee Bed Upholstered Velvet Headboard Made in Portugal by Malabar
Located in RIO TINTO, PT
The Postmodernism movement is notoriously difficult to define. So the best way to characterize this elusive art movement is that it’s a reaction against the utopian ideals of moderni...
Cotton, Wood
$870Sale Price / item|70% Off
H 31 in W 65 in D 32 in
Vintage Mid Century GF Davis Allen Oak Desk with Stainless Legs and Trim
By Davis Allen
Located in Pasadena, TX
Vintage Oak and Stainless Desk Designed by Davis Allen and from the Davis Allen Collection. Drawing on the minimalist aesthetic of Donald Judd, this simple and highly functional ...
Oak
$4,995
H 44 in W 39.5 in D 18 in
Mid-Century Futurist Raymond Loewy Inspired Yellow Chapter One Highboy Dresser
By Broyhill, Raymond Loewy
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Broyhill’s Chapter One Collection is officially harder to find and more sought after than the Raymond Loewy orginals. With all due respect to Raymond Loewy, there really is something...
Plastic, Hardwood
Japanese Fortune Manekineko Lucky Cat Object 1980s Showa
Located in Paris, FR
This is a manekineko cat object. It is made with porcelain and it was made around 1980s in Showa era. Dimensions. 8 x 8.5 x H13 cm The maneki-neko is a common Japanese figurine ...
Porcelain
$27,500
H 46.46 in W 101.58 in D 20.28 in
Ernesto Valabrega for Studio Vittorio Valabrega Decorative Fireplace Mantel
By Vittorio Valabrega
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Ernesto Valabrega for Studio Vittorio Valabrega, decorative fireplace mantel, lacquered wood, plaster, glass, iron, Italy, 1930s This striking decorative fireplace mantel, presumabl...
Iron
'COME ON IN' Neon Sign , 1990s USA
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Custom neon sign with aluminum channel cut letters. COME ON IN, lights up with green neon gas. Just under 6 feet long. Welcoming sign and fun piece of art. Glass in great condition....
Aluminum
Of all the vintage storage cabinets and antique case pieces 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 case pieces is a testament to their versatility and well-earned place in any room.
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