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1920s French Industrial Filing Cabinet
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1920s French Industrial Filing Cabinet

1900 - 1920
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French solicitors 30 door steel cabinet by Strafor-Forges de Strasbourg France circa 1920, this superb industrial cabinet has 30 drop down compartments each with a ring pull handle and brass name plates, with brass corner cap protectors to the front four corners, the doors operate with a twist locking action, the cabinets large enough to store documentation or household goods.

Date of Manufacture

D and A Binder Ltd has dated this French Industrial Filing Cabinet to the 1920s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
191.5cm (75.39")
Width
127.5cm (50.20")
Depth
37.5cm (14.76")
Reference Numbers
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SA1117997
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French solicitors 30 door steel cabinet by Strafor-Forges de Strasbourg France circa 1920, this superb industrial cabinet has 30 drop down compartments each with a ring pull handle and brass name plates, with brass corner cap protectors to the front four corners, the doors operate with a twist locking action, the cabinets large enough to store documentation or household goods.
Date of Manufacture

D and A Binder Ltd has dated this French Industrial Filing Cabinet to the 1920s.

Height
191.5cm (75.39")
Width
127.5cm (50.20")
Depth
37.5cm (14.76")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1117997
D and A Binder Ltd
D and A Binder Ltd
Sellingantiques verified Since May 2015
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A tall black steel industrial filing cabinet featuring thirty individual drawers organised in three vertical columns, each fitted with brass label holders.
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Archive I A tall black steel industrial filing cabinet featuring thirty individual drawers organised in three vertical columns, each fitted with brass label holders.

1920s French Industrial Filing Cabinet

Archive II A tall black steel industrial filing cabinet featuring thirty individual drawers organised in three vertical columns, each fitted with brass label holders. View II
Archive III A tall black steel industrial filing cabinet featuring thirty individual drawers organised in three vertical columns, each fitted with brass label holders. View III
Archive IV A tall black steel industrial filing cabinet featuring thirty individual drawers organised in three vertical columns, each fitted with brass label holders. View IV
Archive V A tall black steel industrial filing cabinet featuring thirty individual drawers organised in three vertical columns, each fitted with brass label holders. View V
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101 Holloway Road
London
N7 8LT
United Kingdom
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A tall black steel industrial filing cabinet featuring thirty individual drawers organised in three vertical columns, each fitted with brass label holders.
1920s French Industrial Filing Cabinet
Ref: SA1117997
A tall black steel industrial filing cabinet featuring thirty individual drawers organised in three vertical columns, each fitted with brass label holders.
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  • ObjectFiling Cabinets
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleFrench Industrial
  • MaterialSteel, Brass
  • ColourBlack
  • MotifsBrass label holders, Multi-drawer design, Steel frame construction, Brass corner brackets
  • SizeH 191.5 cm (75 in) x W 127.5 cm (50 in) x D 37.5 cm (15 in)

This French industrial filing cabinet dates from the 1920s and originates from Strafor-Forges de Strasbourg France, designed as a thirty-door solicitors' storage unit. Constructed from steel with a black finish, the cabinet has brass corner cap protectors on the front corners and thirty drop-down compartments arranged in three vertical columns. Each individual compartment features a ring pull handle, a brass name plate, and a twist locking action. The piece stands at 191.5 cm high, 127.5 cm wide, and 37.5 cm deep. Suitable for use in a home interior today, this multi-drawer unit provides practical storage for documentation or household goods. The industrial loft style and dark coloration integrate well into study spaces, home offices, or living areas where organized storage is required. The robust steel frame and functional hardware reflect the utilitarian character of early twentieth-century French office furniture.

French industrial design from the early twentieth century prioritised utilitarian function, durability, and structural efficiency. Utilitarian pieces produced for factories, offices, and workshops utilised heavy-gauge steel, exposed metalwork, and brass fittings to withstand daily commercial use.

Industrial filing cabinets were predominantly constructed using sheet steel or iron, joined via welding or riveting. Standard fittings included brass or cast iron index card holders, pull handles, and protective corner brackets to ensure longevity.

Authentic pieces feature heavy-gauge folded metal construction, original folded seams, and genuine age-related surface wear such as minor oxidisation or paint distress. Hardware like brass card holders is typically secured with period-correct slotted screws or rivets rather than modern fasteners.

A tall industrial metal cabinet serves as a functional statement piece in open-plan spaces, home offices, or dining rooms. Pairing dark steel furniture with natural textures like timber floors, exposed brick, or linen upholstery helps soften the utilitarian aesthetic.

Clean painted steel surfaces using a microfibre cloth slightly dampened with lukewarm water and neutral soap, avoiding harsh chemical cleaners. To prevent rust, ensure the metal remains dry, and treat brass fittings with a soft cloth to maintain their natural patina.
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