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Antique Golden Oak Sectional Bookcase C.1900
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Antique Golden Oak Sectional Bookcase C.1900

1900 - 1920
Sold 7 January 2026 · The Old Cinema
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An antique golden oak sectional bookcase, circa 1900. Formed of three stacked glazed sections, each with a lift-and-slide door and small brass pull. The golden oak shows a consistent grain and warm finish, paired with rounded mouldings to the cornice and plinth. The interior offers full-height shelves suited to books or display pieces, reflecting late Victorian office and library furniture construction.

Physical Dimensions
Height
125.5cm (49.41")
Width
85.5cm (33.66")
Depth
35cm (13.78")
Declaration

The Old Cinema has dated this Antique Oak Barrister Bookcase to the 1900s.

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SA1175552
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47806
Description
An antique golden oak sectional bookcase, circa 1900. Formed of three stacked glazed sections, each with a lift-and-slide door and small brass pull.
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The golden oak shows a consistent grain and warm finish, paired with rounded mouldings to the cornice and plinth.
The Old Cinema

The interior offers full-height shelves suited to books or display pieces, reflecting late Victorian office and library furniture construction.

Height
125.5cm (49.41")
Width
85.5cm (33.66")
Depth
35cm (13.78")
Date of Manufacture

The Old Cinema has dated this Antique Oak Barrister Bookcase to the 1900s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1175552
Dealers Internal Ref
47806
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160 Chiswick High Road
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W4 1PR
United Kingdom
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An antique golden oak sectional barrister bookcase with three glass-fronted stacking tiers, a moulded top cornice, and a plinth base.
Antique Golden Oak Sectional Bookcase c.1900
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An antique golden oak sectional barrister bookcase with three glass-fronted stacking tiers, a moulded top cornice, and a plinth base.
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  • ObjectBookcases
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleEdwardian
  • MaterialOak, Glass, Brass
  • ColourGolden Brown
  • MotifsLift-up glass doors, Modular stacking tiers, Moulded cornice, Quarter-sawn oak grain
  • SizeH 125.5 cm (49 in) x W 85.5 cm (34 in) x D 35 cm (14 in)

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A barrister bookcase, also known as a stacking or lawyers bookcase, is a modular piece of furniture featuring multiple horizontal sections with glass doors that lift and slide inward to protect books from dust and moisture.

These bookcases were traditionally crafted from solid hardwoods such as oak, mahogany, or walnut, often featuring quarter-sawn oak veneers, brass hardware, and leaded or plate glass panels.

Authentic pieces typically feature manufacturer stamps or patent dates, traditional dovetail joinery, hand-blown or wavy glass panes, and distinct mechanical linkages that allow the stacking tiers to separate independently from the base and top cornice.

Such pieces provide a strong focal point in studies or living spaces when paired with contemporary seating, curated book collections, and minimalist decor to balance the heavy traditional wood tones.

Maintain the finish by dusting with a soft, dry cloth, avoiding direct sunlight and excessive humidity fluctuations, and periodically applying quality beeswax rather than modern silicone polishes.
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