Tall Locker
Turn of the Century Gentlemen's Club Tall Locker
Located in East Hampton, NY
This very heavy iron and bronze detailed tall locker with black Belgian marble base is all original
Category
Vintage 1920s American American Classical Cupboards
Materials
Belgian Black Marble, Iron, Bronze
Six Foot School Locker
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Tall 6.5 foot locker unit taken from Brooklyn public school. Six storage cubes make for a great
Category
Mid-20th Century Industrial Cabinets
Materials
Metal
French Art Deco Two Door Wine Rack or Locker, 1930s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Stunning and tall Art Deco wine rack or locker.
Striking French design from the 1930s.
Strapped
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Barware
Materials
Metal
Tall Walnut Cabinet with a Bureau Desk Compartment
Located in Dubai, AE
Tall walnut desk cabinet in Baroque style with gilded brass ornamentation. The upper glazed part
Category
Antique 19th Century German Baroque Secretaires
Materials
Brass
Ceramic Ashtray Pottery by Gainey Ceramics, Indoor or Outdoor, New Old Stock
By Gainey Pottery
Located in Los Angeles, CA
then recently discovered in a storage locker. These ashtrays consist of a 20 inch tall and 10.5 inch
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Ceramic
H 20 in W 10.5 in D 10.5 in
American 19th Century Painted Folk Art Marriage Chest and Hanging Cupboard
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
with a shoe locker at the bottom
This lovely piece the cupboard is painted with flowers birds and a
Category
Antique Early 19th Century North American American Craftsman Wardrobes a...
Materials
Pine
19C French Empire Style Complete Bedroom Set - Outstanding
By François Linke
Located in Dallas, TX
Matching Bedside Lockers with original white carrara marble tops.
Matching Large Armoire/Wardrobe with
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Antique Late 19th Century French Empire Revival Bedroom Sets
Materials
Ormolu
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By Örsjö Industri AB
Located in Glendale, CA
'Plissé White Edition' pleated textile table lamp by Folkform for Örsjö.
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21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
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21st Century Contemporary Minimal White Velvet Bench With Black Lacquered Base
Located in Porto, PT
Fifih Bench is a luxury bench upholstered in velvet and wood base. A contemporary design bench is perfect for minimalist and modern interior architecture projects.
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H 18.51 in W 63 in D 19.69 in
Great French Wrought Iron Wine Rack Storage Locker by Rigidex Holding 50 Bottles
Located in Lisse, NL
Stylish and practical, Industrial style wine rack.
If you are a wine enthousiast and you like the timeless, industrial style then we may have the ideal wine cabinet for you. This ...
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Mid-20th Century French Industrial Shelves
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H 45 in W 22 in D 15.5 in
19th Century Walnut Pair of Bookcases Boiserie de Bibliothèque
Located in Vosselaar, BE
A rare pair of heliocodal French Directoire library bookcases in solid walnut. This type of bookcases is also known as 'boiseries de Bibliothèque' as they often, together with pannel...
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Antique Early 19th Century French Empire Bookcases
Materials
Walnut
Jacques Adnet, Mahogany Semicircular Desk, France, circa 1936
By Jacques Adnet
Located in New York, NY
A grand mid-1930s desk as marvelous for its utility as its striking beauty. Not only do the elegant U-shape and large, receding supports complement the desk's rich mahogany finish, t...
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables
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Mahogany
Mid-Victorian Moorish wrought & cast iron pergola or decorative garden structure
Located in London, GB
A monumental Moorish mid-Victorian wrought iron Pergola or Decorative Garden Structure, a unique masterpiece in High Victorian Ironwork design. Our research confirms it is French, da...
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Antique Late 19th Century European Moorish Architectural Elements
Materials
Wrought Iron
H 240 in W 552 in D 120 in
Antique Church Dutch Pitch Pine Locker Cabinet, 1930s
Located in Nijmegen, NL
This Dutch pitch pine locker with 15 doors was made around the 1930s in the Netherlands. It was used in a church in the city of The Hague to store personal bibles from the priests. T...
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Vintage 1930s Dutch Art Deco Apothecary Cabinets
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Pine
Rigidex French Wine Crate or Locker
Located in Sheffield, MA
French strapped metal wine cage or safe. Pair of hinged doors with locking hasp, opens to store up to 200 bottles with individual fitted slots, original enamel. Lock hasp with metal ...
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Vintage 1930s French Industrial Barware
Materials
Iron
Antique French 18th C Spectacular Walnut Bathroom Vanity with Thick Fossil Sink
Located in Chicago, IL
We have been serious antique collectors for 50-years plus, while professionally over 30-years here at Old Plank, but never have we discovered an Antique Bathroom Vanity that even rem...
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Antique 1750s French Country Bathroom Fixtures
Materials
Stone, Brass, Pewter
H 36 in W 41.07 in D 22.63 in
Oak and Mahogany 36-Drawer Museum Collector’s Cabinet
Located in Glasgow, GB
A good quality large oak collector’s cabinet with mahogany interior and dating to circa 1930. With three full length locking doors concealing a total of 36 drawers with inset militar...
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Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Iconic 'Farrow & Jackson' 49 Bottle Wine Rack in Metal and Wood
Located in Tilburg, NL
Farrow & Jackson Wine Rack in Metal and Wood, England, early 20th century.
This is a rare and large Farrow & Jackson of London wine rack in metal and wood. Farrow & Jackson have s...
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Early 20th Century Shelves
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Metal
French Ebonized Walnut Bookcase of Grand Proportions Restored Original Glass
Located in Chicago, IL
The best word I can think of to describe our newest find is; Presence. This absolutely incredibly elegant Très grande bibliotheque from Nîmes, France, simply makes the room, with it...
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Antique 1880s French Country Bookcases
Materials
Brass
H 100 in W 151.13 in D 18.11 in
Paolo Buffa Large Highboard in Chestnut 1940s
By Paolo Buffa
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Paolo Buffa, wardrobe or armoire, chestnut, Italy, 1940s
This rare wardrobe has a subtle decorative character and is created by the talented Italian designer and architect Paolo Buf...
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Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Chestnut
Antique Victorian Locker Cabinet
Located in London, GB
A charming and very unusual antique Victorian cabinet. This was made in England, it dates from around the 1860-1880 period.
It is beautifully made and is a very useful size, very co...
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Antique 1870s English High Victorian Cabinets
Materials
Wood
1920s, Mahogany and Oak Compactom Ltd Gentleman's Wardrobe
Located in San Francisco, CA
A mahogany and oak gentleman's wardrobe by Compactom Ltd. of London. Fitted with labeled compartments, trays and rails. Opening to reveal a fully fitted interior, complete with hangi...
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Vintage 1920s English Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Oak, Mahogany
Large Rigidex Wine Rack Made in France 300 Bottle Capacity
Located in New York, NY
Spectacular double door steel cage wine rack, Made in France by Rigidex. This example holds up to 300 bottles, making it suitable for both commercial and serious wine enthusiasts. T...
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Early 20th Century French Industrial Dry Bars
Materials
Steel, Iron
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Custom 2 X 6 Locker Basket "Tall Boy" Unit with Single and Double Wide Baskets
Located in Alhambra, CA
order! Production takes 3-4 weeks.
Custom made 2 x 6 locker basket unit. This "tall boy" dresser unit
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2010s North American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Steel
H 58 in W 27.5 in D 14 in
Massive Mid-Century Locker Unit
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Large one-piece vintage locker unit with considerable storage. Six tall lockers and six
Category
Vintage 1950s American Industrial More Furniture and Collectibles
Tall Industrial Factory Locker
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Restored metal locker unit with removable shelving. Great factory style with a bare metal look
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Vintage 1960s American Industrial Cabinets
Quirky Tall School Sorts Cupboard, Storage Locker
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Quirky tall school sorts cupboard, storage locker
This four compartment pine locker has four
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Early 20th Century English Steampunk Cupboards
Hallowell 6-Tier Metal Tall Beige Narrow Deep Storage Gym School Locker
By Hallowell
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Hallowell 6-tier metal 78" tall beige narrow deep storage gym school locker. Item features 6 tiers
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Late 20th Century North American Industrial Cabinets
Materials
Metal
School Sports Storage Locker This Sports locker has 4 storage cupboards
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
School Sports Storage Locker
This Sports locker has 4 storage cupboards, each door has air vents
Category
Vintage 1910s Art Deco Cupboards
Materials
Pine
English Industrial Lockers circa 1940s
Located in Gloucester, GB
English Industrial Lockers circa 1940s
- Sheet steel with mesh front doors
- 2 Doors
- Each
Category
Vintage 1940s English Industrial Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Steel
Belgian Industrial Lockers, circa 1930s
Located in Gloucester, GB
: 21cm wide x 40cm deep x 176cm tall
Condition report:
The lockers have been sandblasted and
Category
Vintage 1930s Belgian Industrial Cabinets
English three door golf locker
Located in Sheffield, MA
Finally, we have a golf locker. here at Painted Porch golf lockers are in great demand and find new
Category
Antique 19th Century English Cabinets
Materials
Metal
German Industrial Lockers, Circa 1920s
Located in Gloucester, GB
German industrial lockers, Circa 1920s
- Riveted sheet steel
- Decorative vented doors
Category
Vintage 1920s German Industrial Cupboards
Materials
Steel
German Industrial Lockers, Circa 1930s
Located in Gloucester, GB
- 100cm wide x 45cm deep x 180cm tall
Condition report
The lockers have been cleaned and clear
English Industrial Lockers, circa 1940s
Located in Gloucester, GB
English Industrial Lockers, circa 1940s
- Sheet steel with mesh front doors
- 5 Doors
- Each
Category
Vintage 1940s English Industrial Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Steel
English Industrial Lockers, circa 1940s
Located in Gloucester, GB
English Industrial Lockers, circa 1940s
- Sheet steel with mesh front doors
- 2 Doors
- Each
Category
Vintage 1940s English Industrial Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Steel
English Industrial Lockers circa 1940s
Located in Gloucester, GB
English Industrial Lockers circa 1940s
- Sheet steel with mesh front doors
- 2 Doors
- Each
Category
Vintage 1940s English Industrial Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Steel
German Industrial Lockers, circa 1930s
By Kuppersbusch
Located in Gloucester, GB
German industrial lockers, circa 1930s
- 3 compartments have 1 shelf and 5 hanging hooks
- 2
Category
Vintage 1930s German Industrial Cabinets
Materials
Steel
Industrial Lockers by Kuppersbusch, circa 1920s
By Kuppersbusch
Located in Gloucester, GB
Industrial lockers by Kuppersbusch, circa 1920s
- Made from pressed steel
- Original brass
Category
Vintage 1920s German Industrial Cupboards
Materials
Steel
Industrial Lockers by Kuppersbusch, circa 1920s
By Kuppersbusch
Located in Gloucester, GB
Industrial lockers by Kuppersbusch, circa 1920s
- Made from pressed steel
- Original brass
Category
Vintage 1920s German Industrial Cupboards
Materials
Steel
Industrial Lockers by Kuppersbusch, circa 1920s
By Kuppersbusch
Located in Gloucester, GB
Industrial lockers by Kuppersbusch, circa 1920s
- Made from pressed steel
- Original brass
Category
Vintage 1920s German Industrial Cupboards
Materials
Steel
French Industrial Factory Lockers, circa 1930s
Located in Gloucester, GB
: 60cm wide x 50cm deep x 188cm tall
Condition report:
The lockers have been thoroughly cleaned and
Category
Vintage 1930s French Industrial Cabinets
Materials
Steel
Large Industrial Kelly Green Locker Cabinet
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Very tall functional metal industrial locker cabinet in a striking kelly green with cream colored
Category
Vintage 1970s American Industrial Cabinets
Materials
Metal
Industrial Lockers by Kuppersbusch, circa 1920s
By Kuppersbusch
Located in Gloucester, GB
Industrial lockers by Kuppersbusch, circa 1920s
- Pressed steel doors
- Vented doors and bottom
Category
Vintage 1920s German Industrial Cabinets
Materials
Steel
Belgian Industrial Factory Lockers, circa 1930s
Located in Gloucester, GB
: 161cm wide x 41cm deep x 185cm tall.
Condition report.
The lockers have been sandblasted and
Category
Vintage 1930s Belgian Industrial Cabinets
Belgian Industrial Factory Lockers, circa 1930s
Located in Gloucester, GB
36cm deep x 176cm tall
Condition report
The lockers have been sandblasted, burnished and clear
Category
Vintage 1930s Belgian Industrial Cupboards
Early 20th Century German Factory Lockers
By Kuppersbusch
Located in Gloucester, GB
Early 20th century German factory lockers
- Pressed steel with star detail vents
- Original
Category
Antique Early 1900s German Industrial Cupboards
Materials
Steel
Early 20th Century German Factory Lockers
By Kuppersbusch
Located in Gloucester, GB
Early 20th century German factory lockers
- Pressed steel with star detail vents
- Original
Category
Antique Early 1900s German Industrial Cupboards
Materials
Steel
Industrial Pigeon Hole Lockers, circa 1940s
Located in Gloucester, GB
Industrial pigeon hole lockers, circa 1940s
- Made from steel with vented doors
- Cleaned and
Category
Vintage 1940s German Cupboards
Materials
Steel
English Oak School Lockers, circa 1930s
Located in Gloucester, GB
English oak school lockers, circa 1930s.
- Solid oak frame with oak ply faces
- Original brass
Category
Vintage 1930s English Industrial Cupboards
English Wooden School Lockers, circa 1950s
Located in Gloucester, GB
English wooden school lockers, circa 1950s.
- Price is per unit (2 available)
- Solid beech top
Category
Vintage 1950s English Industrial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Early 20th Century German Factory Lockers
Located in Gloucester, GB
Early 20th century German factory lockers
- Made from sheet steel
- Original door numbers
Category
Vintage 1920s German Industrial Cabinets
Materials
Steel
Early 20th Century German Factory Lockers
Located in Gloucester, GB
Early 20th century German factory lockers
- Made from sheet steel
- Original door numbers
Category
Vintage 1920s German Industrial Cabinets
Materials
Steel
Early 20th Century German Factory Lockers
Located in Gloucester, GB
Early 20th century German factory lockers
- Made from sheet steel
- Original door numbers
Category
Vintage 1920s German Industrial Cabinets
Materials
Steel
Industrial Lockers by Otto Kind, circa 1920s
By Otto Kind
Located in Gloucester, GB
35cm x 165cm tall
Condition report
The lockers have been cleaned inside and out and all the doors
Category
Vintage 1920s German Industrial Cupboards
Materials
Steel
Industrial Lockers by Otto Kind circa 1920s
By Otto Kind
Located in Gloucester, GB
- Each locker has hanging space and shelves
- Made by Otto Kind
- German ~ 1920s
- 183cm tall x 150cm
Category
Vintage 1920s German Industrial Cupboards
Materials
Steel
Industrial Lockers by Otto Kind, circa 1920s
By Otto Kind
Located in Gloucester, GB
Industrial lockers by Otto Kind, circa 1920s
- Pressed steel doors
- Diamond shaped vents
Category
Vintage 1920s German Industrial Cabinets
Materials
Steel
Large Mid-Century School House Locker Unit
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Set of three lockers freshly stripped to bare metal for a modern Industrial look. Tall storage
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Vintage 1950s American Industrial Cabinets
Industrial Lockers by Peltz Dusseldorf circa 1930s
Located in Gloucester, GB
Industrial lockers by Peltz Dusseldorf circa 1930s
- Brushed steel with 3 compartments
Category
Vintage 1930s German Industrial Cupboards
Materials
Steel
Industrial Lockers by Otto Bruckner, circa 1930s
Located in Gloucester, GB
Industrial lockers by Otto Bruckner, circa 1930s
- Vented steel doors
- 4 compartments with
Category
Vintage 1930s German Industrial Cupboards
Materials
Steel
Industrial Lockers by Otto Bruckner, circa 1930s
Located in Gloucester, GB
Industrial Lockers by Otto Bruckner circa 1930s
- Vented steel doors
- 4 compartments with
Category
Vintage 1930s German Industrial Cupboards
Materials
Steel
Industrial Lockers by Otto Bruckner circa 1930s
Located in Gloucester, GB
Industrial Lockers By Otto Bruckner Circa 1930s
- Vented steel doors
- 4 compartments with
Category
Vintage 1930s German Industrial Cupboards
Materials
Steel
Industrial Factory Lockers by Strafor, circa 1920s
By Strafor
Located in Gloucester, GB
Industrial factory lockers by Strafor, circa 1920s.
- Made from sheet steel
- 3 compartments
Category
Vintage 1920s French Industrial Cupboards
Industrial Lockers by August Blodner, circa 1920s
Located in Gloucester, GB
Industrial lockers by August Blodner, circa 1920s
- Vented pressed steel doors
- Cast iron
Category
Vintage 1920s German Industrial Cupboards
Materials
Steel
Industrial Lockers by August Blodner, circa 1920s
Located in Gloucester, GB
Industrial Lockers by August Blodner, circa 1920s
- Vented pressed steel doors
- Cast iron
Category
Vintage 1920s German Industrial Cupboards
Materials
Steel
Industrial Lockers by August Blodner, circa 1920s
Located in Gloucester, GB
Industrial lockers by August Blodner, circa 1920s
- Vented pressed steel doors
- Cast iron
Category
Vintage 1920s German Industrial Cupboards
Materials
Steel
Industrial Lockers by August Blodner circa 1930s
Located in Gloucester, GB
Industrial Lockers By August Blodner Circa 1930s
- Pressed steel construction
- Flower details
Category
Vintage 1930s German Industrial Cupboards
Materials
Steel
Pair of German Industrial Metal Lockers, circa 1940
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A pair of tall narrow lockers with upper and lower vents, latch locks and angle cut feet.
Category
Vintage 1940s German Industrial Cabinets
Materials
Metal
Early 20th Century German Industrial Lockers, circa 1910
Located in Gloucester, GB
Early 20th century German industrial lockers, circa 1910
- Steel construction with vented doors
Category
Vintage 1910s German Industrial Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Steel
Early 20th Century Industrial Lockers by Ateliers Marcadet Paris
Located in Gloucester, GB
Early 20th century industrial lockers by Ateliers Marcadet Paris
- Made from steel and heat
Category
Vintage 1910s French Industrial Cabinets
Industrial Lockers by Duprez Et Cie Lille, Circa 1930s
Located in Gloucester, GB
Industrial Lockers by Duprez Et Cie Lille, Circa 1930s
- Riveted steel
- Copper hinges
Category
Vintage 1930s French Industrial Cupboards
Materials
Steel
Four Door Industrial Lockers by Otto Kind, circa 1920s
By Otto Kind
Located in Gloucester, GB
Four door industrial lockers by Otto Kind, circa 1920s
- Made from sheet steel
- Diamond shaped
Category
Vintage 1920s German Industrial Cupboards
Materials
Steel
Four-Door Industrial Lockers by Otto Kind, circa 1920s
By Otto Kind
Located in Gloucester, GB
Four-door Industrial lockers by Otto Kind, circa 1920s
- Made from sheet steel
- Diamond shaped
Category
Vintage 1920s German Industrial Cupboards
Materials
Steel
Five-Door Industrial Lockers by Otto Kind, circa 1920s
By Otto Kind
Located in Gloucester, GB
Five-door industrial lockers by Otto Kind, circa 1920s
- Made from sheet steel
- Diamond shaped
Category
Vintage 1920s German Industrial Cupboards
Materials
Steel
Five-Door Industrial Lockers by Otto Kind, circa 1920s
By Otto Kind
Located in Gloucester, GB
Five-door industrial lockers by Otto Kind, circa 1920s
- Made from sheet steel
- Diamond shaped
Category
Vintage 1920s German Industrial Cabinets
Materials
Steel
Four Door Industrial Lockers by Otto Kind, circa 1920s
By Otto Kind
Located in Gloucester, GB
Four door industrial lockers by Otto Kind, circa 1920s
- Made from sheet steel
- Diamond shaped
Category
Vintage 1920s German Industrial Cupboards
Materials
Steel
Four Door Industrial Lockers by Otto Kind, circa 1920s
By Otto Kind
Located in Gloucester, GB
Four door industrial lockers by Otto Kind, circa 1920s
- Made from sheet steel
- Diamond shaped
Category
Vintage 1920s German Industrial Cupboards
Materials
Steel
Four-Door Industrial Lockers by Otto Kind, circa 1920s
By Otto Kind
Located in Gloucester, GB
Four-door industrial lockers by Otto Kind, circa 1920s
- Made from sheet steel
- Diamond shaped
Category
Vintage 1920s German Industrial Cupboards
Materials
Steel
Five-Door Industrial Lockers by Otto Kind, circa 1920s
By Otto Kind
Located in Gloucester, GB
Five-door industrial lockers by Otto Kind, circa 1920s
- Made from sheet steel
- Diamond shaped
Category
Vintage 1920s German Industrial Cabinets
Materials
Steel
Five-Door Industrial Lockers by Otto Kind, circa 1920s
By Otto Kind
Located in Gloucester, GB
Five-door industrial lockers by Otto Kind, circa 1920s
- Made from sheet steel
- Diamond shaped
Category
Vintage 1920s German Industrial Cupboards
Materials
Steel
Antique European Pine Gym / Spa / Swimming Pool Locker, circa 1900
Located in San Francisco, CA
A tall slender antique pine locker or cabinet from a gym, spa or swimming club, circa 1900
Category
Early 20th Century European Rustic Cabinets
Materials
Pine
Early 20th Century Factory Lockers by Wall's Limited, circa 1900
By Walls & Co
Located in Gloucester, GB
Early 20th century factory lockers by Wall's limited, circa 1900
- Four compartments each with
Category
Antique Early 1900s English Industrial Cabinets
Early 20th Century Factory Lockers by Wall's Limited, circa 1900
By Walls & Co
Located in Gloucester, GB
Early 20th century factory lockers by Wall's Limited, circa 1900
- Four compartments each with
Category
Antique Early 1900s English Industrial Cupboards
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Tall Locker For Sale on 1stDibs
With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the tall locker you’re looking for. Each tall locker for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, steel and belgian black marble. Find 9 options for an antique or vintage tall locker now, or shop our selection of 1 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect tall locker — we have versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. A tall locker made by Industrial designers — as well as those associated with Mid-Century Modern — is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made tall locker over the years, but those crafted by Hallowell and Thorner Manufacturing Company are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much is a Tall Locker?
A tall locker can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $1,600, while the lowest priced sells for $175 and the highest can go for as much as $8,800.
Finding the Right Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets 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.
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