Early 20th Century Antique 6 Drawer Library Oak Card Catalog Cabinet

Description

This is an original “Library Bureau SoleMakers” cabinet/file from an entire family of furniture designed to accommodate the Dewey Decimal … more This is an original “Library Bureau SoleMakers” cabinet/file from an entire family of furniture designed to accommodate the Dewey Decimal System of indexing from the late 1800’s onwards. This cabinet is likely from the 1890 to 1915 era. This piece is stamped “Statistics 13” above the top center drawer. Above the left top drawer are two brass markers; one marked “3” and the other “105”. This treasure has been restored so it’s ready to enjoy. The refinished tiger oak top has been fully polished. The drawers open and close effortlessly. Each drawer is 4” high, 12.5” wide, and 22” deep with tiger oak fronts and rock maple wood sliders. Each drawer holds sturdy when fully extended and can be removed with ease. Gorgeous from all angles with beautiful tiger oak panels, this piece can be placed anywhere in a room as a statement piece, a kitchen island, or a fully functional work space. The entire exterior is quarter sawn tiger oak and the two lower doors open to a spacious 28.5” high, 42.5” wide, and 21.25” deep storage area. There are two original wood shelves that can be kept in the bottom for safekeeping or placed at heights to suit your needs.The dimensions of the entire piece are 39.75 high, 45.75 wide, and 24.5” deep. less