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Globe Wernicke Oak Bookcase
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Globe Wernicke Oak Bookcase

1900 - 1920
Sold 26 February 2025 · Antiques Decorative
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Early C20th oak of honey colour , the cornice over 3 graduated sections with glass up & over doors, the whole raised on plinth base.

Date of Manufacture

Antiques Decorative has dated this Antique Oak Bookcase to the 1920s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
118cm (46.46")
Width
87cm (34.25")
Depth
27cm (10.63")
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SA1119117
Description
Early C20th oak of honey colour , the cornice over 3 graduated sections with glass up & over doors, the whole raised on plinth base.
Date of Manufacture

Antiques Decorative has dated this Antique Oak Bookcase to the 1920s.

Height
118cm (46.46")
Width
87cm (34.25")
Depth
27cm (10.63")
Reference Numbers
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SA1119117
Antiques Decorative
Antiques Decorative
Sellingantiques verified Since Mar 2015

With over 30 years in the london antiques world, I have since established a dealership supplying the trade and private clients.

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Globe Wernicke Oak Bookcase

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99 Lavender Hill
London
SW11 5QL
United Kingdom
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A three-tier antique oak barrister bookcase featuring glazed lifting doors and a plinth base.
Globe Wernicke Oak Bookcase
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A three-tier antique oak barrister bookcase featuring glazed lifting doors and a plinth base.
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  • ObjectBookcases
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleArts and Crafts / Edwardian
  • MaterialOak, Glass, Brass
  • ColourGolden Oak
  • MotifsQuarter-sawn oak figuring, Lifting glass doors, Interlocking modular tiers, Panelled base
  • SizeH 118 cm (46 in) x W 87 cm (34 in) x D 27 cm (11 in)

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A barrister bookcase is a modular piece of furniture featuring stacked, glass-fronted sections designed to protect legal books while allowing the unit to be easily disassembled and transported. The design gained immense popularity in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, notably pioneered by the Globe-Wernicke company.

Authentic period barrister bookcases are predominantly crafted from solid quarter-sawn oak, displaying distinctive medullary ray figuring. Construction typically involves interlocking modular tiers with lift-up glass doors that slide into the cabinet on internal metal scissor mechanisms.

Authenticity is verified by examining the manufacturers stamps or paper labels, usually located inside the drawer base or on the rear panel. Genuine antique pieces also feature hand-cut dovetail joints, traditional brass hardware, and heavy cast iron or steel connecting bands on the exterior sides.

This piece anchors a study or living space by combining functional storage with display capability. Pairing the warm timber tones with contemporary seating and minimalist lighting creates a balanced contrast between old and new design elements.

Maintain the timber by applying microcrystalline wax periodically to nourish the grain and protect against moisture fluctuations. Clean the glass panels using a lint-free cloth and a mild solution, avoiding harsh ammonia-based sprays that can damage the surrounding antique finish.
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