Monumental Antique Industrial Steel Cabinet

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Monumental riveted sheet steel cabinet with hinged doors, integral shelving, and original industrial paint. Constructed entirely of metal, the cabinet … Read more Monumental riveted sheet steel cabinet with hinged doors, integral shelving, and original industrial paint. Constructed entirely of metal, the cabinet features surface-mounted strap hinges, exposed rivets, and a central latch, reflecting early twentieth-century industrial fabrication methods. Multiple layers of oxidized paint and surface wear attest to prolonged utilitarian use, likely within a factory, workshop, or institutional setting.

Designed for durability and function rather than ornament, the cabinet exemplifies pre-modern industrial design, predating the widespread adoption of welded steel cabinetry. Its intact structure and preserved patina offer a rare record of early industrial material culture, now valued for its sculptural presence and historical integrity. See less