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Mid-Century Two-Drawer Oak Card Catalog

$1,550
£1,180.12
€1,411.67
CA$2,209.68
A$2,249.57
CHF 1,302.44
MX$29,700.90
NOK 14,558.64
SEK 15,535.22
DKK 10,588.59

About the Item

c. 1940s/1950s; The Globe-Wernicke Co. Ltd. - Cincinnati, OH Vintage wooden card catalog. This piece, manufactured by Globe Wernicke, features two catalog drawers of uniform size. Each drawer features a metal bracket, known as a card follower, for keeping documents in place. Globe-Wernicke was formed when Cincinnati-based Globe Files Company (est. in 1882) purchased Minneapolis-based Wernicke Company (est. 1893). The resulting business was known for its modular bookcases, also known as barrister's bookcases, marketed as "elastic bookcases." Globe-Wernicke was purchased by the City Auto Stamping Company of Toledo, Ohio in September of 1955. Exhibits minor scratches and scuffs. Hairpin legs added in-shop. The top for this cabinet was also manufactured in shop and it not original to the piece. 16.5" W x 17.5" D x 23.75" H Drawers (x2): 5" W x 14.75" D x 3.5" H AF - 12649 - 082526
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 23.75 in (60.33 cm)Width: 16.5 in (41.91 cm)Depth: 17.5 in (44.45 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Metal,Wood
  • Place of Origin:
    United States
  • Period:
    1940-1949
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1940
  • Condition:
    Replacements made: The top was replaced when we received the cabinet. Legs were also added. Repaired. Wear consistent with age and use. Exhibits minor scratches and scuffs. Hairpin legs added in-shop. The top for this cabinet was also manufactured in shop and it not original to the piece.
  • Seller Location:
    Dekalb, IL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 126491stDibs: LU10033251584772

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