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Antique Vintage Golden Oak Sectional Glazed Cabinet by Globe Wernicke Circa 1910
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Antique Vintage Golden Oak Sectional Glazed Cabinet by Globe Wernicke Circa 1910

1900 - 1920
Sold 10 January 2025 · The Old Cinema
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An early 20th century sectional cabinet popular in lawyer's offices and now great home display and storage.

Physical Dimensions
Height
169cm (66.54")
Width
87cm (34.25")
Depth
32cm (12.60")
Declaration

The Old Cinema has dated this Antique Oak Barrister Bookcase to the 1910s.

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SA1099846
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45255
Description
An early 20th century sectional cabinet popular in lawyer's offices and now great home display and storage.
Height
169cm (66.54")
Width
87cm (34.25")
Depth
32cm (12.60")
Date of Manufacture

The Old Cinema has dated this Antique Oak Barrister Bookcase to the 1910s.

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SA1099846
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45255
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Archive I A tall, five-tier antique sectional barrister bookcase made of golden oak with glazed, lift-up glass doors and a moulded top and base. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Antique Vintage Golden Oak Sectional Glazed Cabinet by Globe Wernicke Circa 1910

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W4 1PR
United Kingdom
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A tall, five-tier antique sectional barrister bookcase made of golden oak with glazed, lift-up glass doors and a moulded top and base.
Antique Vintage Golden Oak Sectional Glazed Cabinet By Globe Wernicke Circa 1910
Ref: SA1099846
A tall, five-tier antique sectional barrister bookcase made of golden oak with glazed, lift-up glass doors and a moulded top and base.
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  • ObjectBookcases
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleEdwardian
  • MaterialOak, Glass, Brass
  • ColourGolden Brown
  • MotifsQuarter-sawn oak grain, Glazed lift-up doors, Modular sectional tiers, Moulded cornice and base
  • SizeH 169 cm (67 in) x W 87 cm (34 in) x D 32 cm (13 in)

FAQs

A barrister bookcase is a modular piece of furniture featuring multiple stacked shelf sections with glass doors, designed to protect law books from dust and moisture. They gained popularity in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, most notably through manufacturers like Globe Wernicke.

These cabinets are typically constructed from solid oak, often quarter-sawn to exhibit prominent medullary rays. They utilise a modular stacking system comprising a base, multiple interchangeable tier sections with lifting glass doors, and a top cornice.

Authentic pieces usually feature makers stamps or metal badges (such as Globe Wernicke), original brass hardware, tongue-and-groove joinery, and patinated timber with consistent ageing. The glass panes are often old with slight imperfections or wavy characteristics.

A barrister bookcase functions well as a focal point in a home office, study, or living room, providing vertical storage and display space. It pairs effectively with both traditional leather seating and contemporary minimalist decor to add architectural interest and warmth.

Maintain antique oak by keeping it out of direct sunlight and away from direct heat sources to prevent the wood from drying and splitting. Clean surfaces gently with a soft, dry cloth and periodically nourish the timber with a traditional beeswax polish.
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