Vtg Globe-Wernicke Wooden File Box

This is a classic mid-20th-century desk accessory from the Globe-Wernicke Company, a renowned American furniture maker known for modular filing systems. Crafted from solid oak with precise dovetailed corners for durability, it features a hinged lid that flips open to reveal an interior adjustable metal divider or tray for organizing standard 3x5-inch index cards (or similar sizes like recipes or business cards). The front bears the iconic blue and white “GW” porcelain or paper label (Globe-Wernicke), often from the 1940s–1960s era. Measuring approximately 5–6 inches tall, 4–5 inches wide, and 3–4 inches deep, it’s designed for desktop use in offices, libraries, or homes. In this example, it’s been repurposed to hold old Christmas card lists dating back to 1984, adding personal vintage charm; the wood shows natural patina and minor wear but remains structurally sound.