Office Stationery Cabinet (C. 1900)

Details

This robust stationery cabinet is an excellent example of technical office furniture from the turn of the century. Unlike luxury travel desks, this piece is crafted from quarter-sawn oak, featuring the characteristic "tiger-stripe" grain known for its durability and beauty. The structure has a sloped front with a drop-down lid designed to keep the contents dust-free. The interior boasts an elegant scalloped letter rack for organizing envelopes and a circular niche originally intended for accessories like a roller calendar or an inkwell. The central body integrates two drawers with brass cup (or shell) handles, while the base features a deep drawer with a security lock and a functional key. A piece designed for efficient document management in professional offices, law firms, or post offices of the era.

 * Width: 37 cm

 * Height: 25 cm (50 cm open)

 * Depth: 40 cm (47 cm open)

(One unit available)