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Found: Antique Oak Flat File Cabinet

August 23, 2016 by Brynne 15 Comments

You know, it’s been a little while since I shared a “Found” furniture post with you guys!

That’s not to say I haven’t been busy buying vintage furniture, but I don’t always get the chance to share those pieces here on the blog, whether due to time constraints, not getting pretty pictures, or just not having much to say besides, “Look! I found a thing!”

I am really excited to share today’s find with you, though, because these kinds of finds with real history and character are truly my favorite.

I recently picked up a pair of stacking antique oak flat file cabinets that I found on Craigslist.

>> Read my best tips for Craigslist shopping right here. <<

A flat file cabinet is meant to store maps, blueprints, architectural plans, art – any large paper pieces that need to be stored, as the name suggests, flat. In my opinion, they also happen to make incredible coffee tables:

Antique oak flat file cabinet coffee table

Do you remember last week when I shared my easy way to move heavy furniture around? I wrote that post while rearranging the living room so I could take these pictures!

This antique flat file cabinet came all the way from London originally – made by the Crusader Furniture furniture company. Details like this beautiful label absolutely make my day:

Antique oak flat file cabinet coffee table

And this metal tag, stamped “VA 20087″… I wonder what that originally signified?

Antique oak flat file cabinet coffee table

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I may love my lucite coffee table in this room (never fear – it’s already back in its rightful place), but I’m also loving the warmth of this gorgeous rich oak with all my neutrals. When I first brought it home, the wood was dried out a gray-washed, but I used my absolute favorite product, Howard’s Restor-a-Finish (in Golden Oak) to bring back this glowing richness!

Antique oak flat file cabinet coffee table

Antique oak flat file cabinet coffee table

Antique oak flat file cabinet coffee table

Look at those gorgeous dovetail joints! This whole thing is solid wood with a beautiful grain- even the bottoms of the drawers. I just love how much care and attention was given to these old pieces! Even the utilitarian can be beautiful!

Antique oak flat file cabinet coffee table

So that’s it for today – a short but sweet look at a fun vintage find!

What have you been gathering lately?

Filed Under: Craigslist, Found Tagged With: Vintage Furniture

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Comments

  1. cassie @ primitive & proper says

    August 23, 2016 at 6:20 am

    what a find! it’s warm, rich, gorgeous, and has character! but i do love the lucite better in your space, so thanks for mentioning it. 😉

    Reply
    • Brynne says

      August 23, 2016 at 8:16 am

      I really think that lucite table is one thing I could never part with… But then again I know how fickle I can be! 🙂 This piece was definitely tempting!

      Reply
  2. Rebbi says

    August 23, 2016 at 7:55 am

    Love to know what you paid for it
    What a find

    Reply
    • Brynne says

      August 23, 2016 at 8:17 am

      Thank you Rebbi! I found the stack of two pieces (only one was pictured here because the other already found a new home with my family) in a town 45 minutes away for $50!!!

      Reply
  3. Gretchen@BoxyColonial says

    August 23, 2016 at 8:22 am

    Great find! The label might be my favorite part 🙂

    Reply
    • Brynne says

      August 23, 2016 at 8:34 am

      Oh yes! Those kind of details are always the most exciting!

      Reply
  4. JULIE SPEAR says

    August 24, 2016 at 5:37 am

    OMGosh! So beautiful! And you found TWO of these lovelies?!? Amazing! So fun and unique!

    Reply
    • Brynne says

      August 30, 2016 at 9:31 am

      Yes! The bottom piece actually went to my parents’ house! It doesn’t have a top, but we are going to add a piece of glass over the top drawer and display maps and mementos inside – I’ll be sure to share once that project is finished!

      Reply
      • Trisha D. says

        August 30, 2016 at 3:34 pm

        What a cool idea to use glass instead!! Cannot wait to see how you style it!!

        Reply
  5. Linda Charlton says

    August 24, 2016 at 7:16 pm

    I just love that cabinet!

    Reply
    • Brynne says

      August 30, 2016 at 9:36 am

      Thank you Linda! It’s going to be tough to let this one go!

      Reply
  6. Julia@Cuckoo4Design says

    August 25, 2016 at 6:36 am

    I do have to admit that I did fear you didn’t put the lucite back. I love it so much! But this one is amazing too for sure.

    Reply
    • Brynne says

      August 30, 2016 at 9:36 am

      The current plan is to be buried with that lucite table, so never fear – it’s not going ANYWHERE! 😀 This one is pretty fab though!

      Reply
  7. Trisha D. says

    August 30, 2016 at 3:33 pm

    So glad you were able to bring it back to life with a simple product! Such a pretty piece with great storage! I, too, am #teamlucite!!

    Reply
  8. Jessica@CapeofDreams says

    September 3, 2016 at 2:34 am

    Are you going to keep it?

    Reply

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