Quartersawn Oak 2 Part Flat File Chest, Early 20th C

Quartersawn oak two-part flat file chest, early 20th century. The cabinet features a total of eight wide, shallow drawers designed for large-format document storage. The drawer fronts are equipped with original brass cup-style bin pulls and rectangular brass label holders. Construction details include machine-cut finger joints at the drawer corners and recessed paneling on the cabinet sides. Secondary woods, visible in the drawer interiors and back panels, include pine and poplar. Two drawers are fitted with central brass keyhole escutcheons. The back is finished with vertical wooden slats. No manufacturer labels are present. 38" H x 46 1/2" W x 34 1/4" D.

Condition Report:
The chest shows wear consistent with age and industrial use. The exterior finish exhibits overall scuffing, scratches, and areas of discoloration. The base molding has significant chipping and loss of finish at the corners. Several drawer interiors show dark staining, water rings, and accumulated dust. One drawer bottom has a full-length structural separation. The rear panels and back edges show white paint splatters and gaps between the vertical slats. No keys are present for the locking drawers.