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buy new li rare card catalog cabinet Massive Vintage 72-Drawer Oak Library Card Catalog on Steel Base – Industrial Artifactsc. 1940s 1950s; (likely) Library Bureau Makers Boston A substantial 72 drawer oak library card catalog featuring dovetailed case construction, steel base, and nickel plated pulls with integrated label frames. Each drawer is fitted with a sliding rod (two rods missing) for organizing catalog cards, preserving the original library system functionality. The oak drawer faces are exceptionally well preserved with a warm patina, while the top surface and
c. 1940s-1950s; (likely) Library Bureau Makers - Boston
A substantial 72-drawer oak library card catalog featuring dovetailed case construction, steel base, and nickel-plated pulls with integrated label frames. Each drawer is fitted with a sliding rod (two rods missing) for organizing catalog cards, preserving the original library system functionality. The oak drawer faces are exceptionally well-preserved with a warm patina, while the top surface and rear panel show heavier wear from decades of institutional use.
Library Bureau Makers, founded in the late 19th century under the guidance of Melvil Dewey, became the preeminent supplier of card catalogs and library furnishings in America. Their standardized systems revolutionized library organization, making pieces like this indispensable to public and academic institutions.
The cabinet retains strong structural integrity, with drawers running smoothly and only minor hardware losses. Side panels are absent, and the back panel is heavily scratched. The steel base remains solid, providing continued stability whether used for storage, display, or as a historic design element.
40" W x 19" D x 65" H
Drawers (x72): 5" W x 15.5" D x 3.5" H
MM - 15999 - 092525
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