Locking File Cabinet
Executive Chippendale Style Two-Drawer Locking Filing Cabinet
Located in Germantown, MD
Elegant Executive Chippendale style two-drawer locking filing cabinet in good vintage condition
Category
Late 20th Century Chippendale Cabinets
Materials
Mahogany
Jasper Furniture Danish Modern Teak Lateral Locking Filing Cabinet
By Jasper Furniture Company
Located in Germantown, MD
A Jasper Furniture Danish Modern Teak Lateral Locking Filing Cabinet. Both drawers lock. Original
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets
Materials
Teak
Executive Chippendale Locking Filing Cabinets
Located in Germantown, MD
Striking two-drawer Chippendale filing cabinets in great condition. For both Legal and letter size
Category
Late 20th Century American Chippendale Cabinets
Materials
Hardwood
Two-Drawer Executive Locking Filing Cabinet
Located in Germantown, MD
Executive style filing cabinet. Two drawers. Top and bottom drawers lock with key. Comes with one
Category
Late 20th Century American Chippendale Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Vintage Two-Drawer Oak Locking Filing Cabinet
Located in Germantown, MD
Attractive and useful are two words to describe this nice oak 2-drawer filing cabinet. It has a
Category
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Solid Oak Two-Drawer Locking Filing Cabinet
Located in Germantown, MD
Solid oak two-drawer filing cabinet in great condition with key. Measures 19.5"in width, 18 inches
Category
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Oak
Mid Century Mahogany Locking File Cabinet Side Table Nightstand 30"
Located in Dayton, OH
Mid century, circa 1940s locking humidor style office console cabinet. Made of mahogany featuring
Category
Vintage 1940s Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Materials
Mahogany
$640 Sale Price
20% Off
H 30 in W 16 in D 20 in
Jasper Furniture Danish Modern Teak Locking and Rolling Filing Cabinet
By Jasper Furniture Company
Located in Germantown, MD
Jasper Furniture Danish Modern Teak Locking Filing Cabinet. Working Key present on top drawer
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets
Materials
Teak
$1,195
H 27 in W 19.75 in D 19.78 in
Mid Century Drexel Chippendale Walnut Locking Drawer Filing Cabinet
By Drexel
Located in Germantown, MD
Mid Century Drexel Chippendale Walnut Locking Drawer Filing Cabinet. Measure 31" in width, 19" in
Category
Mid-20th Century American Chippendale Cabinets
Materials
Walnut
Antique French Napoleon Locking-Side 13 Drawers File Chest Cabinet
Located in Chicago, IL
Antique French Napoleon Locking-Side 13 Drawers File Chest Cabinet
Our exceptional French Napoleon
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Cabinets
Materials
Metal
Indiana Furniture Chippendale Style Two-Drawer Lateral Filing Cabinet with Lock
By Indiana Hickory Furniture Company
Located in Germantown, MD
Indiana Desk Furniture Chippendale Style Two-Drawer Lateral Filing Cabinet with Lock.
Both drawer
Category
Late 20th Century American Other Cabinets
Materials
Fruitwood
$1,495
H 30 in W 30 in D 20 in
Mid-Century Oak Two-Drawer Legal Size Filing Cabinet with lock
Located in Germantown, MD
A Mid-Century Oak Two-Drawer Legal Size Filing Cabinet with lock. Will hold legal size and letter
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Oak
Late 20th Century Oak Two-Drawer Letter Size Filing Cabinet with lock
Located in Germantown, MD
A Late 20th Century Oak Two-Drawer Letter Size Filing Cabinet with lock. Will hold legal size and
Category
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Oak, Wood
British Colonial Teak Filing Apothecary Cabinet wt Metal Pulls & Lock Mechanism
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
Rare solid teak multi-drawer apothecary/file cabinet with locking mechanism and hardware in
Category
Antique 1890s British Indian Ocean Territory Victorian Apothecary Cabinets
Materials
Teak
$5,200 Sale Price
20% Off
H 66 in W 42 in D 21 in
Vintage Barrister 2 Drawer File Cabinet
Located in Pasadena, TX
Vintage Barrister 19? 2 Drawer File Cabinet
Classic oak 2-drawer file cabinet with locking
Category
Mid-20th Century North American Industrial Cabinets
Materials
Wood
Antique Arts & Crafts Oak & Maple Wood Tambour Shutter Door Filing Cabinet
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Arts & Crafts Oak & Maple Wood Tambour Shutter Door File Cabinet. ItemfWorking lock and
Category
Antique Early 1900s Arts and Crafts Cabinets
Materials
Maple, Oak
$1,650
H 51 in W 19 in D 16 in
Arne Vodder Rosewood Executive Desk 207 for Sibast, Denmark, 1960s
By Sibast, Arne Vodder
Located in Philadelphia, PA
is fitted with two banks of drawers, including three deep drawers to the left and a locking file and
Category
Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Desks
Materials
Rosewood
Carl Malmsten Swedish Grace Executive Desk
By Carl Malmsten
Located in Atlanta, GA
An inlaid rosewood and flame birch desk with locking drawer, filing cabinet and pullout drawers
Category
Vintage 1930s Swedish Art Deco Desks
Materials
Rosewood
Audrey Hepburn, Rockefeller Tower, New York
By George Douglas
Located in Santa Monica, CA
cabinets, locked for more than 40 years and only rediscovered after his death in 2010.
Category
1950s Portrait Photography
Materials
Silver Gelatin
Recent Sales
Abbess Custom Oak File Cabinet
By Abbess
Located in Manhattan Beach, CA
Solid oak, brass handles, locking custom made Abbess file cabinet.
Category
Early 20th Century British Art Deco Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Dyrlund Rosewood Locking File Cabinet on Wheels with Key
By Dyrlund
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Dyrlund Rosewood Locking File cabinet on wheels. Bottom drawer is set up for hanging files
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets
Materials
Rosewood
Country Craft Mahogany Chippendale Style 2-Drawer Locking Filing Cabinet
Located in Germantown, MD
For Letter and Legal size hanging file folders. Comes with 2 keys.
Measures 16"W x 19"D x 30"D
Category
Late 20th Century Chippendale Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Antique American Oak Double Tambour Roll Top 16 Drawer Filing Cabinet 1910
Located in Portland, OR
A good antique American oak double tambour roll top locking filing cabinet, circa 1910.
The cabinet
Category
Vintage 1910s American American Craftsman Cabinets
Materials
Oak
H 45 in W 36 in D 16.25 in
Mid Century Industrial Polished Steel & Leather Desk
Located in Troy, MI
desktop over a three drawer cabinet on the left side and a single drawer and locking file cabinet on the
Category
Vintage 1950s Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Steel, Brass
Danish Teak Locking Tambour Door Filing / Jewelry Cabinet
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Danish Modern locking teak filing or jewelry cabinet with pull-up tambour door concealing ten
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets
Materials
Teak
Bauhaus Filing Cabinet Locking Tambour Door by Adolf Maier Germany
By Adolf Meyer
Located in Chula Vista, CA
We are pleased to offer: Vintage Möbelfabrik Bauhaus Modern Filing Cabinet by Adolf Maier in Blonde
Category
Vintage 1930s German Bauhaus Cabinets
Materials
Wood
Tall Oak Eeka File Cabinet with Tambourd Door
By EEKA
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Tall Eeka file cabinet with locking Tambourd door. And stacking birch drawers inside. In good
Category
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Wood
Tall Oak Eeka File Cabinet with Tambourd Door
By EEKA
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Tall Eeka file cabinet with Locking Tambourd door. And stacking birch drawers inside. In good
Category
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Birch, Oak
Tall Oak Eeka File Cabinet with Tambourd Door
By EEKA
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Tall Eeka file cabinet with locking Tambourd door and stacking birch drawers inside. In good
Category
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Wood
Tall Oak Eeka Filing Cabinet with Tambour Door
By Coen de Vries, EEKA
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Tall Eeka file cabinet with locking Tambour door, stacking birch drawers and record (or magazine
Category
Vintage 1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Birch
Jens Risom Cabinet
Located in Westport, CT
Mahogany polished chrome pull file lock all finished custome Cabinet Jens Risom Signed
Category
Vintage 1950s American Cabinets
1920s Industrial Art Metal Modular Utility Cabinet
By Art Metal Co.
Located in Garnerville, NY
over three smaller drawers over a drawer file cabinet, a locking cabinet and ending with the base. The
Category
Vintage 1930s American Industrial Cabinets
Materials
Steel
Arne Vodder Desk Executive Desk with Credenza in Teak
By Sibast, Arne Vodder
Located in Oakland, CA
and filing cabinet; credenza return with cabinet doors, and series of original painted drawers. The
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks
Materials
Teak
Hans Von Klier Walnut and Chrome Credenza for Skipper
By Hans Von Klier, Skipper
Located in Los Angeles, CA
(including a file cabinet) with original/working locks/keys. Two polished chrome pedestal bases flank each
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Credenzas
Materials
Chrome
Vintage Danish Modern Teak Floating Extension Desk by Gunnar Nielsen Tibergaard
By Gunnar Nielsen Tibergaard
Located in San Jose, CA
to increase your work surface space. Equipped with one locking drawer and a filing cabinet complete
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
H 29.5 in W 46 in D 23.75 in
Japanese Series # EU02 Desk by Cees Braakman for Pastoe
By Cees Braakman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
-war design. This desk has black enameled frame with locking top drawer and filing cabinet drawer on
Category
Vintage 1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal
Vintage Two-Drawer Oak Locking Filing Cabinet
Located in Germantown, MD
Attractive and useful are two words to describe this nice oak 2-drawer file cabinet. It has a
Category
Late 20th Century American Modern Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Vintage Two Drawer Oak Locking Filing Cabinet
Located in Germantown, MD
Attractive and useful are two words to describe this nice oak 2-drawer file cabinet. It has a
Category
Late 20th Century American Modern Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Vintage Scandinavian Modern Teak 2 Drawer Lateral Locking File Cabinet
Located in Topeka, KS
Handsome vintage Scandinavian Modern teak veneer lateral locking file or console cabinet with solid
Category
Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Credenzas
Materials
Teak
Impressive Modern Executive Desk
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Evans style chrome base. Four drawers including locking file cabinet add to the versatility of the piece
Category
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Desks
Vintage Danish Teak Floating Executive Desk by Kai Kristiansen
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in San Jose, CA
work surface space equipped with three dovetailed drawers and a locking filing cabinet with signature
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks
Materials
Teak
Vintage Scandinavian Teak Executive Desk by Aase Mobler
By AASE Dreieri Ganddal
Located in San Jose, CA
surface and three dovetailed drawers that includes one locking filing cabinet. Also, equipped with an
Category
Mid-20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Desks
Materials
Teak
Danish Teak File Cabinet with Lockable Tambour Pull-Up Front, 1950s
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Handsome and versatile high-quality file cabinet in teak made in Denmark in the 1950s. The front
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Teak
Danish Modern Tambour Door File Cabinet with Multi Drawer and Lock Key
Located in San Diego, CA
Versatile file cabinet or artist cabinet in original finish teak with lock key, and tambour door
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets
Materials
Teak
Tall Oak Eeka Filing Cabinet with Tambour Door
By Coen de Vries, EEKA
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Tall Eeka file cabinet with locking tambour door, stacking birch drawers and record (or magazine
Category
Vintage 1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Birch, Oak
Tall Oak Eeka File Cabinet with Tambourd Door and Record Storage
By EEKA
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Tall, Mid-Century file cabinet with locking tambour door, stacking birch drawers and record (or
Category
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Wood
File and Card Cabinet in Army Green by the Art Metal Company
By Art Metal Co.
Located in San Mateo, CA
, one storage cabinet with locking doors and one two drawer file cabinet. The locking cabinet has the
Category
Mid-20th Century American Industrial Cabinets
Materials
Steel
National Mount Airy Mahogany Executive Lateral Filing Cabinets with lock
By National Furniture Company
Located in Germantown, MD
Price is per each. A fabulous of National Mount Airy Mahogany Executive Lateral Filing Cabinets
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Brass
Early 20th Century 11 Drawers Oak Filing Cabinet Unique and Highly Practical
Located in Lisse, NL
Stunning little handcrafted filing cabinet with lock and key.
This timeless design, handcrafted
Category
Early 20th Century Dutch Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Oak
H 30.3 in W 13 in D 16.7 in
Striking Mid-Century Modern Documents Cabinet / Wellington Chest of Drawers
Located in Lisse, NL
Wellington whom invented this way of locking a filing cabinet back in the 1800s. Besides great quality and
Category
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Teak
H 33.5 in W 19.5 in D 16 in
Military Filing Cabinet
Located in Spokane, WA
Industrial locking military filing cabinet. Perfect kitchen, sideboard storage piece. Pair to
Category
20th Century Cabinets
Materials
Metal
Vintage Danish Tambour Door Dual Compartment Teak File Cabinet (A)
Located in San Francisco, CA
A vintage Danish dual compartment teak file cabinet with locking tambour doors.
Very clean design
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Vintage Danish Tambour Door Dual Compartment Teak File Cabinet (B)
Located in San Francisco, CA
A vintage Danish dual compartment teak file cabinet with locking tambour doors.
Very clean design
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Desk by George Nelson for Herman Miller
Located in Hudson, NY
Walnut desk with locking side file cabinet, drawer, and top file shelf. Shelf is 39" x 10.5" and
Category
20th Century American Desks
Materials
Metal
Arne Vodder Teak Executive Desk - Model 206
By Sibast, Arne Vodder
Located in Los Angeles, CA
lockable drawers on the left side & a lockable drawer and file cabinet on the right. Includes original key.
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Desks and Writing Tables
Arne Vodder Teak Desk Model 206
By Sibast, Arne Vodder
Located in Los Angeles, CA
lockable drawers on the left side and a lockable drawer and file cabinet on the right. Dark espresso finish
Category
Vintage 1960s Desks and Writing Tables
McDowell Craig Deco Style Tanker Desk, Refinished
By Art Metal Co., Steel Age, Mcdowell-Craig
Located in Alhambra, CA
include double pedestal configuration with four standard drawers, a locking utility drawer and a filing
Category
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Steel
Oak Railroad File Cabinet
Located in Seattle, WA
This is an early 20th century oak railroad file cabinet with locking roll front door closure. Set
Category
Early 20th Century American Cabinets
Materials
Brass
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Locking File Cabinet For Sale on 1stDibs
Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the locking file cabinet you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Each locking file cabinet for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, hardwood and teak. Your living room may not be complete without a locking file cabinet — find older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. Each locking file cabinet bearing Scandinavian Modern, Mid-Century Modern or Modern hallmarks is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one locking file cabinet that is appealing in its simplicity, but Dyrlund and National Furniture Company produced versions that are worth a look.
How Much is a Locking File Cabinet?
Prices for a locking file cabinet can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $450 and can go as high as $1,495, while the average can fetch as much as $863.
Finding the Right Storage-case-pieces for You
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.
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. Alternatively, apothecary cabinets are charming case goods similar in size to early dressers or commodes but with uniquely sized shelving and (often numerous) drawers.
Whether you’re seeking a playful sideboard that features colored glass and metal details, 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 Locking File Cabinet
- What is the best filing cabinet?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021When 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 ExpertFebruary 13, 2023A 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.
- What is a file cabinet used for?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021A 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.
- How tall are filing cabinets?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Filing 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 ExpertOctober 24, 2024To 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 ExpertFebruary 13, 2023The 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 ExpertSeptember 23, 2024To 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, 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 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023How 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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Whether you’re just moving in or ready to give your home a makeover, our guide will give you pointers on tables that are fitting for every room, nook and hallway.
What Exactly Is a Secretary Desk, and What Is It Used For?
The furniture equivalent of a Swiss Army knife, it's the multifunctional piece you didn't know you needed.
This Shelving System with Oxidized Brass Tubes Is Retro and Futuristic at Once
Italian studio DimoreMilano mustered great ingenuity when crafting these sculptural shelves, which are built without any screws.
28 Cheerful Home Bars, Where Everybody (Literally) Knows Your Name
Simple or sophisticated, equipped with console, cart or custom cabinetry, these stylish bar areas deserve a toast.
Ask an Interior Designer: Work-from-Home Edition
Leaping into a design project, whether it's refreshing the bedroom or redoing the whole house, can be overwhelming. Luckily, we know more than a few interior designers. You asked questions on Instagram, and now they're answering.
Collected and Eclectic, ‘Wunderkammern’ Are Back in a Big Way
Introduced nearly 500 years ago, curiosity cabinets are finding new fans among today's collectors and designers.
Meet the Incredible Woman Transforming Fallen Trees into Sleek Furniture
In the hands of New York Heartwoods cofounder Megan Offner, unwanted local trees become works of design art.
These New York Architects Love a Complicated Project
From Brooklyn townhouses to Maine campgrounds, Trattie Davies and Jonathan Toews relish a challenge, like transforming a former warehouse space into the new 1stdibs Gallery.
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