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Shannon Filing Cabinet

Antique Edwardian Walnut Six Drawer Shannon Filing Cabinet Co New York 1910
Antique Edwardian Walnut Six Drawer Shannon Filing Cabinet Co New York 1910

Antique Edwardian Walnut Six Drawer Shannon Filing Cabinet Co New York 1910

By The Shannon File Cabinet

Located in Portland, OR

An good antique Edwardian Period walnut six drawer filing cabinet by The Shannon File Company Ltd, New York, circa 1910.

Category

Antique Early 1900s American Edwardian Cabinets

Materials

Brass

Mahogany 32 Drawer “Shannon” Filing Cabinet - 1890/1900
Mahogany 32 Drawer “Shannon” Filing Cabinet - 1890/1900

Mahogany 32 Drawer “Shannon” Filing Cabinet - 1890/1900

Located in Linkebeek, BE

Antique - Decoration - 20th Antique filing cabinet from the renowned American firm Shannon, which also had a European subsidiary in London.

Category

Early 20th Century American Cabinets

Materials

Metal

Tiger Oak File Cabinet Circa. 1900 (24) Drawers
Tiger Oak File Cabinet Circa. 1900 (24) Drawers

Tiger Oak File Cabinet Circa. 1900 (24) Drawers

$3,500

H 48 in W 35.25 in D 18 in

Tiger Oak File Cabinet Circa. 1900 (24) Drawers

By The Shannon File Cabinet

Located in Fulton, CA

Retains makers label "Shannon Filing Cabinet". Beautiful wood grain and depth to patina.

Category

Early 20th Century American Industrial Cabinets

Materials

Brass

With Certificate Antique Shannon File Co Victorian Walnut Tambour Desk Must See
With Certificate Antique Shannon File Co Victorian Walnut Tambour Desk Must See

With Certificate Antique Shannon File Co Victorian Walnut Tambour Desk Must See

By The Shannon File Cabinet

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this absolutely stunning, very rare, original Antique Victorian Shannon File Co LTD, tambour fronted desk in Walnut with a certificate of authentic...

Category

Antique 1880s English High Victorian Desks

Materials

Walnut

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20th Century Mahogany Shannon Filing Cabinet with Twelve Drawers, 1920s
20th Century Mahogany Shannon Filing Cabinet with Twelve Drawers, 1920s

20th Century Mahogany Shannon Filing Cabinet with Twelve Drawers, 1920s

By The Shannon File Cabinet

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

Antique early 20th century hand crafted mahogany filing cabinet, 'The Shannon Filing Cabinet, manufactured, patented by Schlight & Field Co, Rochester NY USA'.

Category

20th Century American Cabinets

Materials

Brass

19th Century Shannon Filing Cabinet
19th Century Shannon Filing Cabinet

19th Century Shannon Filing Cabinet

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H 48.04 in W 51.97 in D 15.75 in

19th Century Shannon Filing Cabinet

Located in Eindhoven, NL

Antique walnut filing cabinet from the well-known US firm Shannon.

Category

Antique 1890s American Cabinets

Materials

Walnut

Eight-Draw Walnut Shannon Filing Cabinet
Eight-Draw Walnut Shannon Filing Cabinet

Eight-Draw Walnut Shannon Filing Cabinet

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H 28.5 in W 24.5 in D 18 in

Eight-Draw Walnut Shannon Filing Cabinet

Located in Cheshire, GB

Early 20th century walnut filling cabinet having moulded top above eight drawers flanked by carved columns raised up on a plinth base with a locking mechanism, by Shannon Ltd., Di...

Category

Antique 19th Century English Victorian Cabinets

oak sectional filing cabinet
oak sectional filing cabinet

oak sectional filing cabinet

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H 55 in W 33 in D 25 in

oak sectional filing cabinet

Located in Cheshire, GB

solid oak Shannon filing cabinet the top section having four short draws with brass handles and name panel The lower section consisting of six oak filing draws all having metal runn...

Category

Antique 19th Century English Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Oak

Large Edwardian 11-Drawer Oak Filing Cabinet by Shannon
Large Edwardian 11-Drawer Oak Filing Cabinet by Shannon

Large Edwardian 11-Drawer Oak Filing Cabinet by Shannon

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

Large Edwardian 11-drawer oak filing cabinet by Shannon This is an absolute must for every home office or study, it is sectional so no problem with access and all the sections cli...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Arts and Crafts Cabinets

Materials

Oak

Barristers Wellington Filing Cabinet by Shannon
Barristers Wellington Filing Cabinet by Shannon

Barristers Wellington Filing Cabinet by Shannon

By The Shannon File Cabinet

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

Barristers Wellington filing cabinet by Shannon. This unusual filing cabinet is made by Shannon, recognised for the quality of their filing systems, the cabinet has 12 drop file d...

Category

Antique Early 1900s Art Deco Cabinets

Materials

Walnut

Large Antique Filing Cabinet, English, Edwardian, Walnut, Shannon File Co.
Large Antique Filing Cabinet, English, Edwardian, Walnut, Shannon File Co.

Large Antique Filing Cabinet, English, Edwardian, Walnut, Shannon File Co.

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is a large antique filing cabinet, an English, Edwardian walnut cupboard by renowned cabinet makers Shannon File Co., London and dating to the early 19th century, circa 1910.

Category

Early 20th Century English Edwardian Cabinets

Materials

Walnut

Mahogany 12-Drawer Filing Cabinet by Shannon Ltd.
Mahogany 12-Drawer Filing Cabinet by Shannon Ltd.

Mahogany 12-Drawer Filing Cabinet by Shannon Ltd.

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H 40.16 in W 25.6 in D 19.69 in

Mahogany 12-Drawer Filing Cabinet by Shannon Ltd.

Located in Eindhoven, NL

Antique mahogany filing cabinet from the famous company Shannon from the US.

Category

Antique Early 1900s English Cabinets

Materials

Mahogany

Vintage Oak Filing Cabinet
Vintage Oak Filing Cabinet

Vintage Oak Filing Cabinet

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H 48 in W 33 in D 18 in

Vintage Oak Filing Cabinet

Located in Calgary, Alberta

Rare Arts & Crafts tiger oak filing cabinet, from the Shannon Limited, Ropermaker Street, London, UK, 1912.

Category

Early 20th Century British Arts and Crafts More Furniture and Collectibles

Materials

Wood

Large Edwardian 11-Drawer Oak Filing Cabinet, by Shannon
Large Edwardian 11-Drawer Oak Filing Cabinet, by Shannon

Large Edwardian 11-Drawer Oak Filing Cabinet, by Shannon

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

Large Edwardian 11-drawer oak filing cabinet, by Shannon This is an absolute must for every home office or study, it is sectional so no problem with access, and all the sections c...

Category

Antique Early 1900s Art Deco Cabinets

Haberdashery Chest of Drawers Shannon Filing Cabinet Industrial Loft Style, 1890
Haberdashery Chest of Drawers Shannon Filing Cabinet Industrial Loft Style, 1890

Haberdashery Chest of Drawers Shannon Filing Cabinet Industrial Loft Style, 1890

By The Shannon File Cabinet

Located in Longdon, Tewkesbury

Magnificent American Shannon filing cabinet, circa 1890, two section mahogany Shanon cabinet featuring 18 pull out drawers to the upper section with fine detailing and striped walnut...

Category

Antique 1880s American American Classical Cabinets

Materials

Mahogany

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By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

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By Hamilton Manufacturing Company

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Finding the Right Cabinets for You

Although traditionally used in the bedroom to store garments that would not be hung in a closet, an antique or vintage cabinet can easily find a purpose in rooms throughout your entire house.

The world's first storage cabinets, reportedly constructed in Renaissance-era Europe, were demonstrative of excellence in carpentry and the work of master carvers. These robust bureaus or sophisticated chests of drawers were typically built from common woods, such as oak or walnut. Although they were fairly uniform in structure and lacked the bright colors of modern-day furniture, case pieces and storage cabinets that date from the 18th century and earlier were often found in the homes of nobility.

Their intricate carvings and various embellishments — adornments made from ivory, ornate lacquer work and, later, glass shelvings — reflect the elegance with which these decorative furnishings were associated. Given its valuable purpose and the beauty of the early furnishings' designs, the storage cabinet is an investment that will never go out of style.

The practical design that defines the earliest storage cabinets has inspired the creation of household must-haves, like minimalist drink trolleys and marble wood bookcases. From hiding outdoor gear in the mudroom to decluttering your kitchen with a tall kitchen pantry cabinet, these versatile furnishings have now become available in enough sizes, styles and colors to accommodate any space. After all, these aren't your run-of-the-mill filing cabinets.

A sophisticated storage cabinet — wood storage cabinets with doors and shelves, for example — can serve as a room divider when necessary, while the right vintage wall unit or floor-to-ceiling cabinetry solutions can seamlessly become part of any space without disrupting the energy of the room. And although you may hide items away in its drawers, bookworms might prefer a storage cabinet with open shelving for displaying favorite books or other media.

One-of-a-kind solutions for the modern consumer abound, but enthusiasts of understated, classical beauty may turn to Baroque-style storage cabinets. Elsewhere, admirers of mid-century modernism looking to make a statement with their case pieces will warm to the dark woods and clean lines of vintage storage cabinets by Paul McCobb, Florence Knoll or Edward Wormley.

Sometimes the best renovation is a reorganization. If you're ready to organize and elevate your space, a luxury storage cabinet is the addition you need.

Find a variety of vintage and antique storage cabinets on 1stDibs, including unique Art Deco storage cabinets, chinoiserie cabinets and more.

Questions About Shannon Filing Cabinet
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Filing cabinets are anywhere from 29 inches to 60 inches tall. The height of these cabinets is dependent on the number of drawers. The width of these cabinets are 15” or 18 ¼ inches wide for legal size.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    A hanging file drawer in a desk is often a good alternative to filing cabinets. You can also find carts, boxes and bins designed for storing files and paperwork. On 1stDibs, shop a range of desks and filing cabinets.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    When choosing a file or filing cabinet, size is the most significant consideration. Typically, file cabinets include drawers that are ideal for papers that are legal or letter size. Be sure the material of your cabinet is durable and that it is lightweight so that it can be moved around. Shop a range of antique filing cabinets on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
    A file cabinet is a necessary piece of office furniture for keeping documents and files organized and easily accessible. Shop a collection of antique, vintage and contemporary file cabinets from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
    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 13, 2023
    The best maker of filing cabinets is really a matter of personal preference. On 1stDibs, you'll find a range of filing cabinets from Andrew Forseth, Matt Richmond, Blake Tovin and other well-known designers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, you can remove filing cabinet drawers from most cabinets. However, the methods of doing so vary. Some cabinets feature track hardware that allows you to pull the drawers out. With others, you need to shake the cabinet to dislodge the drawers. Shop a range of vintage and antique filing cabinets on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
    To find your filing cabinet brand, start with the front, as some makers place stickers above the lock or in the bottom corners. If you don't find any markings there, look on the back and then search inside the drawers. If you still cannot locate a brand name, remove the drawers from the cabinet and check the frame behind them. In addition, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer may be of assistance if you're trying to determine the brand of an antique or vintage filing cabinet. On 1stDibs, explore a collection of filing cabinets.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024
    To tell if your filing cabinet is fireproof, look on the back, inside and behind the drawers. Some fireproof file cabinets will feature a mark that begins with "UL," such as "UL 350" or "UL 150." This marking indicates that pieces in the filing cabinet gained fireproof certification from Underwriters Laboratories. Even if your piece doesn't bear a UL marking, it still may be fireproof. Conduct online research on your specific model using trustworthy resources or contact the manufacturer to verify. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of filing cabinets.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
    How tall a four-drawer file cabinet is varies. However, most are at least 52 inches to accommodate four levels of standard-size hanging file folders, which are around 9.25 inches high. Find a variety of filing cabinets on 1stDibs.

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