This vintage black metal factory filing cabinet blends an industrial spirit with a minimalist silhouette, making it easy to incorporate into a refined interior. Its balanced format and three compartments make it a practical storage solution for files, books, or everyday objects, whether in an office or an entryway. The metallic finish highlights its structure, while the wooden base added later adds a softer, warmer touch. In a workshop or living room, it will happily accommodate a lamp, a printer, or a few storage baskets. As a second-hand piece, it bears the marks of its history: a hole in the top compartment was drilled to allow for an electrical cord.
Length: 118 cm
Depth: 46 cm
Height: 106 cm
A brief history of trade furniture
A work tool before becoming a decorative object, trade furniture originated in the 19th century to meet the precision needs of apothecaries, printers, or grain merchants. Its structure, dictated by its utility, is recognizable by its multitude of drawers and brass label holders that allowed stock to be identified without a second to waste. Whether called a "blueprint cabinet" or a "workshop chest," it now brings a raw industrial character and unparalleled storage capacity. This furniture tells of an era when pieces were an extension of the artisan's hand, making every sign of wear a testament to its past history.
