Vintage Library File Cabinet
Vintage Library 72 Drawer Card File Cabinet
Located in Pasadena, TX
Vintage Library 72 drawer card file cabinet
Vintage mid century library 72 drawer wooden card
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Library File Cabinet
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Oak
Library Bureau Sole Makers Oak Library Card Catalog Filing Cabinet
Located in West Chester, PA
Library Bureau Sole Makers Oak Library Card Catalog Filing Cabinet
Drawers divided to 9.75” but the
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Mid-20th Century American Industrial Vintage Library File Cabinet
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Brass
Vintage Arts & Crafts Mahogany 24-Drawer Card Catalog Filing Cabinet
By Globe Wernicke
Located in South Bend, IN
A beautiful vintage Arts & Crafts style 24-drawer library card catalog or file cabinet
USA, 20th
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Late 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Vintage Library File Cabinet
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Maple 42-Drawer Card Catalog Filing Cabinet by Remington Rand
By Remington Rand
Located in South Bend, IN
A beautiful Mid-Century Modern 42-drawer library card catalog or file cabinet with two pull-out
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Library File Cabinet
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Brass
H 69.75 in W 33 in D 24 in
90 Drawer Vintage Library Card Catalogue
By Remington Rand
Located in Pasadena, TX
90 drawer vintage Library card catalogue
Rare and stunning 90 drawer, wooden card file cabinet
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1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Library File Cabinet
Materials
Oak
Mid-Century Modern Walnut and Chrome 15-Drawer Library Card Catalog
Located in South Bend, IN
A rare Mid-Century Modern 15-drawer library card catalog or file cabinet
USA, Mid-20th Century
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Library File Cabinet
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Chrome
Smith & Watson English Georgian Burl Walnut Executive Library Pedestal Desk 96"
By Smith & Watson
Located in Dayton, OH
file drawer. Finish: antiqued and distressed for an authentic look of age. Features nine dovetailed
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Late 20th Century Georgian Vintage Library File Cabinet
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Walnut
H 30 in W 96 in D 42 in
Pair of Crocodile Leather Open Library Bookcases with Drawers & Record Slots
Located in GB
much like a traditional open library bookcase. The nice feature on these is the top shelves have file
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20th Century European Art Deco Vintage Library File Cabinet
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Leather, Walnut
H 75.99 in W 39.18 in D 13.39 in
MCM 1 Piece Kroehler China Hutch Cabinet Glass Shelves Carved Handles
By Kroehler Mfg. Co.
Located in Topeka, KS
furniture and file cabinets for the USO offices. But by the mid-1940s Kroehler was the second largest
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Library File Cabinet
Materials
Metal
Italian wooden and brass office archive dresser with twenty drawers, 1940s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian wooden and brass office archive dresser with twenty drawers, 1940s
Wooden office filing
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1940s Italian Vintage Library File Cabinet
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Brass
H 74.22 in W 38.98 in D 18.9 in
Pierre Jeanneret PJ-R-26-A Aluminium Book Case / Authentic Mid-Century Modern
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Zürich, CH
book case. It is from a library from the Punjabi University, Assembly or the Press block. With its
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1960s Indian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Library File Cabinet
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Aluminum
H 65.75 in W 59.85 in D 18.51 in
Dakota Jackson French Art Deco Postmodern Mahogany Executive Partners Desk 96"
By Dakota Jackson
Located in Dayton, OH
pedestal cabinets below: each with 2 standard drawers and 1 file drawer, front and back. Polished Stainless
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Late 20th Century Art Deco Vintage Library File Cabinet
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Stainless Steel
H 30 in W 96 in D 42 in
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Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
This large, industrial catalog cabinet with multiple flat drawers was made during the 1930s and comes from Artist's Atelie. It is made of high-quality oak wood, which is considered a...
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1930s European Industrial Vintage Library File Cabinet
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H 53.55 in W 53.55 in D 32.29 in
German Art Deco Oak Filing Cabinet / Bank of Drawers, circa 1950s
Located in Miami, FL
This filing cabinet was produced during the 1950s in Germany. The cabinet features 25 drawers with nice card holders and pulls.
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1950s Art Deco Vintage Library File Cabinet
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Oak
Antique Oak 24-Drawer Flat File Printer's Cabinet or Collector's Cabinet
By Hamilton
Located in South Bend, IN
A rare and exceptional antique Arts & Crafts 24-drawer flat file printer's cabinet or collector's cabinet
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Vintage Library File Cabinet
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Iron
Bed King Tester 4 Poster Oak RenaissanceStyle Carved Adam Eve Armorials Tapestry
Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK
A vintage king size oak tester or four poster bed in the Renaissance style. Hand carved with Adam & Eve carvings in the headboard, figurative sculptures in the bedposts, three carve...
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1950s English Renaissance Vintage Library File Cabinet
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Oak
H 88.98 in W 70.87 in D 94.89 in
Vintage George Smith Kilim Upholstered Three Seat Couch or Sofa Feather Cushions
By George Smith
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning original George Smith three seat sofa with the period Kilim upholstery and feather filled cushions
A stunning sofa which is one of G...
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2010s English Modern Vintage Library File Cabinet
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Upholstery
H 35.44 in W 72.84 in D 41.34 in
Vintage Industrial Multi Drawer Cabinet
Located in Oakville, CT
Green Steel Multi Drawer Cabinet
Overall Dimensions: 23" x 38 1/2" x 43" high
Dimensions of 36 Drawers: 5 1/4" x 18 1/2" x 4".
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Early 20th Century American Vintage Library File Cabinet
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Brass, Steel
Antique Herbal Pharmacy Cabinet with Named Drawers, Early 19th Century, Italy
Located in Cuneo, Italy (CN)
Antique pharmacy / herbalist cabinet with many small drawers and visible part in the base, dark green lacquered with mustard greens, identifying writings of the various essences on s...
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Early 19th Century Italian Vintage Library File Cabinet
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Wood
H 93.31 in W 68.12 in D 18.12 in
Large 1800s Herbal Pharmacy Cabinet
Located in Cesena, FC
Large late 19th-century (c. 1870s) apothecary cabinet with adjustable open shelving at the top and drawers with enameled metal handles, original, with the nature of the contents indi...
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Late 19th Century Luxembourgish Vintage Library File Cabinet
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Walnut, Fir
Early 20th Century Wood Large French File Cabinet
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Unearth the charm of a vintage file cabinet hailing from the early 20th century, an intriguing creation by an unknown French manufacturer. This exquisite piece carries the whispers o...
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Early 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Library File Cabinet
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Metal
Antique Arts & Crafts 74-Drawer Card File Cabinet or Industrial Parts Cabinet
Located in South Bend, IN
A rare antique Arts & Crafts card file cabinet or industrial parts cabinet
USA, circa 1900
Solid oak, with brass hardware and metal drawer interiors.
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Vintage Library File Cabinet
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Metal, Brass
H 41.63 in W 25.5 in D 11.25 in
Antique Arts & Crafts Oak 42-Drawer Card File Cabinet, Circa 1900
By Globe Wernicke
Located in South Bend, IN
A rare antique Arts & Crafts card file cabinet
By Clarke & Baker Co.
USA, Circa 1900
Solid oak, with original brass hardware.
Measures: 51.25"W x 14"D x 74"H.
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Vintage Library File Cabinet
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Brass
Dutch Oak Apothecary or Filing Cabinet, 1930s
Located in Nijmegen, NL
This apothecary cabinet was made circa 1930s in The Netherlands. It features 12 drawers with nice brass handles and two doors with shelves behind it. The drawers can be locked with a...
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1930s Dutch Industrial Vintage Library File Cabinet
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Oak
Oak Tambour Filing Cabinet
Located in Whaley Bridge, GB
Sn5383 Turn of the century oak, tambour fronted filing cabinet of soft colour, having moulded top and tambour front enclosing 11 sliders, fitted with original working lock and key, s...
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Early 20th Century Vintage Library File Cabinet
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Oak, Plywood
Antique Drawer Card File Cabinet with Curtain Door
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
Circa 1920. We offer this Antique Drawer Card File Cabinet with Curtain Door. Made in solid oak with brass handles.
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1910s American Industrial Vintage Library File Cabinet
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Oak
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Pierre Jeanneret File Rack
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in BREST, FR
Pierre Jeanneret double side file rack, library use for the administration buildings in Chandigarh
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1950s Indian Vintage Library File Cabinet
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Wood, Teak
Rare Stack Library File Cabinet On Casters
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Multi-purpose vintage cabinet marked "Library Bureau Sole Makers". Rich stained wood with original
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1930s American Vintage Library File Cabinet
Antique Carved Oak Four Drawer Macey School Library Side Cabinet, circa 1900
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique library file cabinet in the manner of Macey offers oak construction with paneled case
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20th Century American Vintage Library File Cabinet
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Oak
Five-Stack Industrial File Cabinet by Library Bureau SoleMakers
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Industrial file cabinets, features great variety of file and flat file cabinets, all with brass
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1940s American Industrial Vintage Library File Cabinet
Vintage Library 72 Drawer Card File Cabinet
Located in Pasadena, TX
Vintage mid century library 72 drawer wooden card file cabinet on a plinth base.
Dark Oak finish
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Library File Cabinet
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Wood
Library of Congress Industrial Card File
Located in Wilton, CT
32 Drawer metal card file from The Library of Congress. All original brass finger-pulls and card
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1940s American Industrial Vintage Library File Cabinet
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Metal, Brass
Vintage Oak 18-Drawer Library Card Catalog or File Cabinet with Book Rack
By Globe Wernicke
Located in South Bend, IN
A fantastic oak 18-drawer library card catalog or file cabinet with book or magazine rack on top
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Library File Cabinet
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Metal
H 61.38 in W 33.25 in D 18 in
Lovely Vintage Flamed Hardwood Green Leather Top Office Filing Cabinet Drawers
Located in GB
cabinet
A good looking and well made piece, ideally suited for an office or library setting but can of
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20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Vintage Library File Cabinet
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Leather, Hardwood
H 30.71 in W 22.25 in D 24.02 in
Pierre Jeanneret Rosewood 6 Space File Rack with Markings
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in San Francisco, CA
This file rack with beautiful markings “Pb.(U)Lib-065” by Pierre Jeanneret features a symmetrical
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1950s Indian Vintage Library File Cabinet
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Rosewood
Pierre Jeanneret File Rack '1955' with Original Stencil Marks D.I.H.2
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in New York, NY
. This file rack has six open lockers intended for library use including four central and two high
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1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Library File Cabinet
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Rosewood
on hold Large walnut library executive desk Jens Risom
Located in Atlanta, GA
en suite file cabinet that is free standing. original label remains in one of the drawers.
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1950s Vintage Library File Cabinet
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Steel
Vintage Oak Index Card Catalog by Library Bureau Sole Makers, 20th Century
Located in Shippensburg, PA
This is a very attractive vintage library card catalogue from the first half of the 20th century
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20th Century American Arts and Crafts Vintage Library File Cabinet
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Brass
H 51.5 in W 21.38 in D 28 in
3 Antique Globe Wernicke Walnut Mission Barrister Library Lawyers Bookcases
By Globe Wernicke
Located in Dayton, OH
An amazing trio of Globe Wernicke Mission stacking library Bookcases, circa 1940s. Made of Genuine
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1940s Mission Vintage Library File Cabinet
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Glass, Walnut
Vintage Romweber Viking Oak Executive Kneehole Office Library Writing Desk
By Romweber Furniture Co.
Located in Dayton, OH
dovetailed drawers, two of which are for file storage and pullout work surfaces. The central drawer includes
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1980s Gothic Vintage Library File Cabinet
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Oak
Pair of Panelled Cherrywood Library Office Bookcases Part of a Large Suite
Located in GB
pedestal filing cabinet and a small sideboard bookcase with lockable doors, all other pieces are listed
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20th Century English Modern Vintage Library File Cabinet
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Cherry
H 81.11 in W 28.15 in D 12.8 in
Vintage Danish Bookcase and Cabinet
Located in Medina, OH
Beautiful Danish modern bookcase and cabinet. Inside the cabinet holds a file divider, which makes
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Late 20th Century American Modern Vintage Library File Cabinet
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Walnut
Vintage Walnut Bubble Glass Curio Secretary Bookcase Writing Desk Cabinet
Located in Dayton, OH
Vintage library secretary desk with bubble glass bookcase, circa 1970s/1980s. Inspired by a blend
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1970s Georgian Vintage Library File Cabinet
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Glass, Walnut
Broyhill Brasilia Premier Walnut Desk
By Broyhill Brasilia
Located in South Charleston, WV
central finger pull drawer, 2 pencil drawers as well 2 file drawers. Complete with vanity screen in rattan
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Library File Cabinet
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Walnut
Executive Desk Edward Wormley for Dunbar
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in South Charleston, WV
well a large file folder drawer. Perfect for home, library, office or reception areas.
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Library File Cabinet
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Brass
Lips Vago Congresso Shelving Unit, Lips Vago, Italy, 1960
By Lips Vago
Located in London, GB
library shelving system. It is made from steel sheets, with bookends positioned by one or both sides; the
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Library File Cabinet
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Metal
Mid Century Romweber Viking Oak Carved Executive L Shaped Office Secretarys Desk
By Romweber Furniture Co.
Located in Dayton, OH
. Features six dovetailed drawers. Bottom drawer of desk is a three way Pen-Da-Flex file for regular, legal
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1970s Gothic Vintage Library File Cabinet
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Oak
H 30 in W 63 in D 74.5 in
American Banded Mahogany 8 Drawer Desk w/Tooled Leather Top
Located in Chicago, IL
character and charm, banded crotch/flame mahogany drawer fronts, a double depth file drawer, and an
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1940s American Vintage Library File Cabinet
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Mahogany
Vintage American Midcentury Jens Risom Walnut Office Bureau, Sideboard Credenza
By Jens Risom
Located in Highclere, Newbury
library furniture. The company expanded rapidly and secured numerous prestigious contracts, not least at
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Library File Cabinet
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Walnut
H 28.75 in W 64.18 in D 20.48 in
John Van Koert Executive Desk
By John Van Koert, Drexel
Located in South Charleston, WV
" deep
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1960s North American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Library File Cabinet
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By Sibast, Arne Vodder
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Library File Cabinet
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Steel
French Louis XV Style Ormolu Mounted Kingwood Bureau Plat, 20th Century
Located in Shippensburg, PA
, each almost entirely free of casting flaw, these filed and chiseled into perfection before being fire
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Mid-20th Century Spanish Vintage Library File Cabinet
H 31.13 in W 69.75 in D 38 in
Svend A. Madsen Executive Teak Desk, Sigurd Hansen, Denmark, 1950
By Sigurd Hansen Møbelfabrik, Svend Åge Madsen
Located in Catonvielle, FR
left box has a system drawer and a housing for hanging filing cabinets, the right box is equipped with
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Library File Cabinet
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Teak
Danish Rosewood Desk by Svend Aage Madsen for H.P. Hansen
By Svend Åge Madsen, H.P. Hansen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
and forward with open library shelves and one door lockable cabinet. The desk is in good vintage
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Library File Cabinet
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Rosewood
Vintage Oak Library Bureau Sole Makers 4-Drawer Filing Cabinet, circa 1910
Located in Big Flats, NY
Vintage oak file cabinet by Library Bureau sole makers features panelled sides and four drawers
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20th Century American Arts and Crafts Vintage Library File Cabinet
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Oak
H 51.5 in W 19.25 in D 26.75 in
Vintage Oak Flat File Cabinet Kitchen Island
Located in Oakville, CT
Vintage oak flat-file storage cabinet made by Library Bureau SoleMakers. Finished all the way
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Mid-20th Century American Industrial Vintage Library File Cabinet
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Brass
Oak Library Card Catalog File Cabinet
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Oak, library, eight-drawer, card catalog, file cabinet with brass handle plates and painted green
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1940s American Industrial Vintage Library File Cabinet
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Metal, Brass
Vintage Midcentury Library 90-Drawer Oak Card File Cabinet
Located in Pasadena, TX
Vintage midcentury library 90-drawer wooden card file cabinet
Oak finish with brass pulls
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Library File Cabinet
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Wood
Vintage Solid Oak 44-Drawer File Cabinet, Office Library Chest, Collectors
Located in Vancouver, BC
functional cabinet
Very heavy
$2450
B684
Measures: 40" W x 16" D x 63" H
Shipping $500-600 with
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1930s Vintage Library File Cabinet
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Oak
Thirty Drawer Oak Library Card Catalog File
Located in Pasadena, TX
Super unique oak, library card catalog file. This cabinet features metal drawer pulls and dovetail
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1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Library File Cabinet
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Oak
Antique Oak Forty-Drawer Country Store or Library Card Filing Cabinet, C 1900
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique card catalog 40 drawer filing cabinet offers paneled oak case with four drawer columns
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20th Century American Vintage Library File Cabinet
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Metal
H 77.5 in W 64.5 in D 17.75 in
British Colonial Teak Wood Filing Cabinet with 20 Drawers
Located in Chicago, IL
This impressive chest features 20 drawers reminiscent of a library card catalog and two retractable
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Mid-20th Century Indian British Colonial Vintage Library File Cabinet
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Teak
British Colonial Teak Wood Filing Cabinet with Thirty-Two Drawers
Located in Chicago, IL
This impressive chest features 32 drawers reminiscent of a library card catalog and two retractable
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Mid-20th Century Indian British Colonial Vintage Library File Cabinet
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Teak
Stunning Yew Wood Brown Leather Double Filing Cabinet for at Home Office Study
Located in GB
filing cabinet
A good looking and well made piece, ideally suited for an office or library setting but
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20th Century English Art Deco Vintage Library File Cabinet
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Leather, Yew
H 31.11 in W 41.34 in D 24.22 in
Mid-Century Modern 20-Drawer Library Card Catalog by Remington Rand
By Remington Rand
Located in South Bend, IN
A rare Mid-Century Modern 20-drawer library card catalog or file cabinet
By Remington Rand
USA
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Library File Cabinet
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Brass
Bold Rosewood Executive Desk and Return by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in South Charleston, WV
activates all drawers for locking (key included).
E. File folder box is within one drawer that is removable
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Library File Cabinet
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Brass
Arne Vodder Executive Desk and Return in Brilliant Condition
By Sibast, Arne Vodder
Located in South Charleston, WV
beautiful top with refined raised edges. The desk has two deep drawers including a file folder with hardware
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Library File Cabinet
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Steel
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Partners Desk with Bookshelf in Ebony with Red Leather
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in St. Louis, MO
Uncommon Edward Wormley for Dunbar, partners or library desk from an Arthur Elrod designed interior
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Library File Cabinet
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Brass
H 30.13 in W 57.25 in D 30.25 in
Antique Library Archival File Cabinet
Located in Hudson, NY
this generously proportioned oak cabinet is an exceptional example of early 20th century library
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20th Century American Vintage Library File Cabinet
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Midcentury File Card Catalog Cabinet of Oak Used in Library, 150 Drawers
Located in Madison, WI
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Large Standing Card Catalog with Blue Painted Finish, circa 1935
Located in Portland, OR
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Efa Three Shelves of 1970 for Marais International
Located in Grenoble, FR
drawers for storing supplies and files, a cabinet with glass door to expose and protect your objects
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1970s French Vintage Library File Cabinet
Polished Steel Library Table by All Steel
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Vintage Library File Cabinet For Sale on 1stDibs
Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the vintage library file cabinet you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, oak and metal, every vintage library file cabinet was constructed with great care. There are many kinds of the vintage library file cabinet you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. A vintage library file cabinet, designed in the mid-century modern, Art Deco or industrial style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. You’ll likely find more than one vintage library file cabinet that is appealing in its simplicity, but Dakota Jackson, Pierre Jeanneret and Romweber Furniture Co. produced versions that are worth a look.
How Much is a Vintage Library File Cabinet?
The average selling price for a vintage library file cabinet at 1stDibs is $5,537, while they’re typically $1,100 on the low end and $18,000 for the highest priced.
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.
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