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Antique Early 20th Century Pigeonhole Shelving Sorter C.1920
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Antique Early 20th Century Pigeonhole Shelving Sorter C.1920

1900 - 1920
Sold 10 June 2025 · Founders Antiques
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Description

A stylish early 20th-century pigeonhole shelving unit or sorter, constructed in dark stained pine and ply, with ninety vertical compartments arranged across six tiers. The piece has a robust, architectural presence suited to both practical and decorative use.

Originally designed for institutional or office use, likely for sorting mail, stationery or documents in a warehouse, school or office setting, the utilitarian form now lends itself beautifully to modern interiors. Ideal for use as a display unit, craft organiser or distinctive shop fitting.

Presented in very good condition with only some light age-related wear and a characterful patina. Structurally sound, beautifully clean and ready to place in the home.

English, circa 1920.

H: 116 W: 86 D: 24 cm

Date of Manufacture

Founders Antiques has dated this Antique Pigeonhole Sorter to the 1920s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
116cm (45.67")
Width
86cm (33.86")
Depth
24cm (9.45")
Reference Numbers
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SA1115794
Dealers Internal Reference
3328
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Description
A stylish early 20th-century pigeonhole shelving unit or sorter, constructed in dark stained pine and ply, with ninety vertical compartments arranged across six tiers. The piece has a robust, architectural presence suited to both practical and decorative use.
fig 1. An antique dark wood pigeonhole sorting cabinet featuring multiple horizontal tiers and vertical dividers.
fig 1. Antique Early 20th Century Pigeonhole Shelving Sorter C.1920

Originally designed for institutional or office use, likely for sorting mail, stationery or documents in a warehouse, school or office setting, the utilitarian form now lends itself beautifully to modern interiors. Ideal for use as a display unit, craft organiser or distinctive shop fitting.

fig 2. An antique dark wood pigeonhole sorting cabinet featuring multiple horizontal tiers and vertical dividers.
fig 2. Antique Early 20th Century Pigeonhole Shelving Sorter C.1920

Presented in very good condition with only some light age-related wear and a characterful patina. Structurally sound, beautifully clean and ready to place in the home.

English, circa 1920.

H: 116 W: 86 D: 24 cm

Date of Manufacture

Founders Antiques has dated this Antique Pigeonhole Sorter to the 1920s.

Height
116cm (45.67")
Width
86cm (33.86")
Depth
24cm (9.45")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1115794
Dealers Internal Ref
3328
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Kingswinford
West Midlands
DY6 7HU
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An antique dark wood pigeonhole sorting cabinet featuring multiple horizontal tiers and vertical dividers.
Antique Early 20th Century Pigeonhole Shelving Sorter c.1920
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An antique dark wood pigeonhole sorting cabinet featuring multiple horizontal tiers and vertical dividers.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectShelving Unit
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleEdwardian
  • MaterialPine, Hardwood
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsVertical dividers, Horizontal tier shelves, Open compartment grids
  • SizeH 116 cm (46 in) x W 86 cm (34 in) x D 24 cm (9 in)

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Pigeonhole units gained widespread popularity during the late 19th and early 20th centuries as administrative offices, post offices, and railway hubs expanded rapidly, requiring structured systems for paper management and mail sorting.

These pieces are typically constructed from dense hardwoods like oak, mahogany, or pine, featuring numerous vertical and horizontal dividers joined using traditional methods such as rebate joints, tongue-and-groove, or exposed dovetailing.

Authentic pieces exhibit period-appropriate tool marks, hand-cut joinery, oxidized timber surfaces, and structural wear consistent with heavy commercial use before the advent of modern mass production.

In modern spaces, these units serve as striking focal points in home offices or studies, functioning effectively for vertical paper storage, displaying curated collections of books, or organising everyday accessories.

Preserve the timber by keeping the unit out of direct sunlight and away from heat sources to prevent warping, applying a quality beeswax polish periodically to nourish the wood and maintain its natural patina.
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