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An Early C20th Globe Wernicke Barrister Bookcase
Marlborough Antiques & Interiors
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Marlborough Antiques & Interiors

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An Early C20th Globe Wernicke Barrister Bookcase

1900 - 1920
Description

A fine early C20th Globe Wernicke three-tier barrister bookcase in richly patinated mahogany with wrought iron banding. Each section features its original glazed lift-and-slide doors, moving smoothly and closing securely. The timber has developed a beautiful, even tone with a warm lustre, showcasing the quality of both the craftsmanship and the material. Complete with the original Globe Wernicke maker’s label, confirming its authenticity. An excellent example of this iconic design, both practical and decorative, perfect for storing and displaying books or curios.

Physical Dimensions
Height
122.5cm (48.23")
Width
86.5cm (34.06")
Depth
29cm (11.42")
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Marlborough Antiques & Interiors has dated this Globe Wernicke Sectional Bookcase to the 1920s.

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SA1173789
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A fine early C20th Globe Wernicke three-tier barrister bookcase in richly patinated mahogany with wrought iron banding.
Each section features its original glazed lift-and-slide doors, moving smoothly and closing securely.
Marlborough Antiques & Interiors

The timber has developed a beautiful, even tone with a warm lustre, showcasing the quality of both the craftsmanship and the material. Complete with the original Globe Wernicke maker’s label, confirming its authenticity. An excellent example of this iconic design, both practical and decorative, perfect for storing and displaying books or curios.

Height
122.5cm (48.23")
Width
86.5cm (34.06")
Depth
29cm (11.42")
Date of Manufacture

Marlborough Antiques & Interiors has dated this Globe Wernicke Sectional Bookcase to the 1920s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1173789
Marlborough Antiques & Interiors
Marlborough Antiques & Interiors
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2012

We display a variety of antiques at all price levels, including furniture, paintings and other decorative items

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Wiltshire
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A three-tier early twentieth-century oak Globe Wernicke sectional barrister bookcase with glazed lift-up doors.
An Early C20th Globe Wernicke Barrister Bookcase
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A three-tier early twentieth-century oak Globe Wernicke sectional barrister bookcase with glazed lift-up doors.
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Antiques are the ultimate green purchase. By choosing historical pieces over newly manufactured goods, you completely eliminate the carbon footprint of modern mass production while preserving exceptional, timeless craftsmanship.

A barrister bookcase, also known as a lawyers or sectional bookcase, is a modular storage unit featuring glass doors that lift and slide back horizontally into the cabinet. Originally designed in the late nineteenth century, these units protected legal volumes from dust while enabling modular transport.

Early twentieth-century sectional bookcases were predominantly constructed from solid oak, mahogany, or walnut, featuring glazed lift-up doors with wooden side grooves or metal mechanisms. The individual tiers fit together securely using interlocking tongue-and-groove or metal side banding.

Authentic Globe Wernicke pieces typically feature makers paper labels, metallic crest badges, or impressed stamps inside the back panel or side frames of individual units. Standard features include patented metal side bands, specific interlocking mechanisms, and uniform section dimensions.

Position the bookcase against a neutral wall to highlight its architectural framework and wood tones. Use the glass-fronted sections to display curated book collections alongside small ceramic vessels or vintage objects to create structured visual interest in a study or living area.

Maintain the timber by applying a high-quality beeswax polish along the wood grain at regular intervals, avoiding spray polishes containing silicone. Keep the door mechanisms free of dust accumulation, and clean glass panels using a soft microfibre cloth lightly dampened with water.
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