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Tall Oak Chest of Office Drawers
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Tall Oak Chest of Office Drawers

1920 - 1940
Sold 14 November 2025 · Worboys Antiques
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Description

Tall oak chest of eight drawers having brass label inserts to the front , with panelled sides , raised on a plinth base . The drawers are 8 cm deep .

Height

104.5 cm / 41 1/4"

Width

51 cm / 20 1/4"

Depth

39.5 cm / 15 "

Good Condition Repolished

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Physical Dimensions
Height
104.5cm (41.14")
Width
51cm (20.08")
Depth
39.5cm (15.55")
Declaration

Worboys Antiques has dated this Tall Oak Filing Cabinet to the 1930s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1178152
Dealers Internal Reference
378406
Dealers Notes

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Description
Tall oak chest of eight drawers having brass label inserts to the front , with panelled sides , raised on a plinth base . The drawers are 8 cm deep .

Height

104.5 cm / 41 1/4"

Width

51 cm / 20 1/4"

Depth

39.5 cm / 15 "

fig 1. A tall, narrow wooden filing cabinet featuring multiple drawers with brass label holders and wooden handles against a neutral wall.
fig 1. Tall Oak Chest of Office Drawers

Good Condition Repolished

Please note that not all items are on display in our showrooms and may be in our off-site store.

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Worboys Antiques
Height
104.5cm (41.14")
Width
51cm (20.08")
Depth
39.5cm (15.55")
Date of Manufacture

Worboys Antiques has dated this Tall Oak Filing Cabinet to the 1930s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1178152
Dealers Internal Ref
378406
Worboys Antiques
Worboys Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jul 2005

Established since 1978, dealing in and restoring most antiques, specialising in clocks and furniture.

Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Worboys Antiques Profile Page

Trade Associations

Worboys Antiques is a registered member of LAPADA 

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Archive I A tall, narrow wooden filing cabinet featuring multiple drawers with brass label holders and wooden handles against a neutral wall. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Tall Oak Chest of Office Drawers

Archive II A tall, narrow wooden filing cabinet featuring multiple drawers with brass label holders and wooden handles against a neutral wall. View II
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Worboys Antiques

Worboys Antiques
Telephone 01494 931812
Location
86 London End
Beaconsfield
Buckinghamshire
HP9 2JD
United Kingdom

By appointment.
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/wa
Verified Since Jul 2005
Items For Sale 197
Items Sold 6,444
Worboys Antiques
Worboys Antiques
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Location: 86 London End, Beaconsfield, Buckinghamshire, HP9 2JD, United Kingdom, , By appointment.
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A tall, narrow wooden filing cabinet featuring multiple drawers with brass label holders and wooden handles against a neutral wall.
Tall Oak Chest Of Office Drawers
Ref: SA1178152
A tall, narrow wooden filing cabinet featuring multiple drawers with brass label holders and wooden handles against a neutral wall.
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  • ObjectCabinets & Cupboards
  • Period1920 - 1940
  • StyleIndustrial
  • MaterialOak, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsBrass label holders, Horizontal wooden handles, Stacked vertical drawers, Overhanging top surface
  • SizeH 104.5 cm (41 in) x W 51 cm (20 in) x D 39.5 cm (16 in)

FAQs

Multi-drawer vertical cabinets gained popularity in the late 19th and early 20th centuries as businesses expanded and required efficient organisation for paperwork, correspondence, and index cards.

These pieces are typically constructed from solid hardwoods such as oak or mahogany, featuring dovetailed drawer joints, brass label pulls, and sturdy panel backs designed to withstand heavy daily use.

Authenticity is indicated by period-appropriate hardware, hand-cut dovetail joints, natural timber ageing, traditional slot screws, and construction methods characteristic of early manufacturing.

This type of functional furniture works well in a study or living area, serving as a practical storage solution while adding warmth, texture, and character to contemporary spaces.

Maintain the timber by keeping it away from direct heat sources and sunlight, dusting regularly with a dry cloth, and applying occasional natural beeswax to nourish the wood.
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