Flat File Chest
Turn of the Century French Flat File Drawer Chest
Located in High Point, NC
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Early 20th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
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Metal
Henning Korch Rosewood Danish Modern Jewelry Lingerie Chest Dresser Flat File
By Henning Korch
Located in Wayne, NJ
Henning Korch rosewood Campaign chest. Can have many uses.
If you are in the New Jersey , New York
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
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Rosewood
H 33.13 in W 28.88 in D 17.13 in
Antique Arts & Crafts Oak 12-Drawer Flat File Cabinet or Chest of Drawers
By Hamilton
Located in South Bend, IN
A rare antique Arts & Crafts or Late Victorian 12-drawer flat file cabinet or chest of drawers
USA
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Cabinets
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Iron
H 60.25 in W 25.5 in D 20.5 in
Burled Maple Cabinet Secretary with Drawers / Flat File, USA, 1960's
By Edward Wormley
Located in Austin, TX
depths, designed to replicate an architect's flat file. Interior includes electric outlet with plug on
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Secretaires
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Vintage Blue Painted Pine Buffet, Belgium c. 1920
Located in Napa, CA
looking addition to a dining area or kitchen. Could also be used as a commode or flat file. Wonderful
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Early 20th Century Belgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
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FERRER Stacks Cabinet
By FERRER
Located in New York, NY
, nightstand, chest of drawers or flat file cabinet.
We welcome inquires for custom commissions.
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2010s American Modern Cabinets
Materials
Bronze
Thread Edge by James Robinson Sterling Silver Flatware Dinner Service 191 Pieces
By James Robinson 1
Located in Big Bend, WI
rectangular strip of silver, then forge, hammer, file, shape, and polish it by hand until it's perfect
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21st Century and Contemporary English Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
H 12 in W 18 in D 18 in
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Located in South Bend, IN
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Finding the Right storage-case-pieces for You
Of all the antique and vintage case pieces and storage cabinets 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 storage case pieces is a testament to their versatility and well-earned place in any room.
In the spirit of positioning your case goods center stage, decluttering can now be design-minded.
A contemporary case piece with open shelving and painted wood details can prove functional as a storage unit as easily as it can a room divider. Whether you’re seeking a playful sideboard made of colored glass and metals, an antique Italian hand-carved storage cabinet or a glass-door vitrine to store and show off your collectibles, there are options for you on 1stDibs.
Questions About Flat File Chest
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023A 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.
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