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Globe Wernicke Oak Stacking Bookcase
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Globe Wernicke Oak Stacking Bookcase

1920 - 1940
Description

A good stack of golden oak 5 larger and graduated sections, the cornice over up & over glazed doors, raised on base fitted a single drawer.

( as with all our Globes they have been through the restoration workshop to bring out the best colour of timber and ensure all is working properly )

Physical Dimensions
Height
194cm (76.38")
Width
87cm (34.25")
Depth
29cm (11.42")
Declaration

Antiques Decorative has dated this Globe Wernicke Oak Bookcase to the 1930s.

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SA1216733
Description
A good stack of golden oak 5 larger and graduated sections, the cornice over up & over glazed doors, raised on base fitted a single drawer.
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( as with all our Globes they have been through the restoration workshop to bring out the best colour of timber and ensure all is working properly ).
Antiques Decorative
Height
194cm (76.38")
Width
87cm (34.25")
Depth
29cm (11.42")
Date of Manufacture

Antiques Decorative has dated this Globe Wernicke Oak Bookcase to the 1930s.

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SA1216733
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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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A tall five-tier oak Globe Wernicke stacking bookcase with glazed up-and-over doors and a base drawer.
Globe wernicke oak stacking bookcase
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A tall five-tier oak Globe Wernicke stacking bookcase with glazed up-and-over doors and a base drawer.
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A Globe Wernicke stacking bookcase is a modular system invented in the late nineteenth century, comprising self-contained wooden shelf units that interlock vertically. Designed primarily for legal professionals, each section features a glass door that lifts and slides back into the cabinet to protect books from dust and moisture.

These bookcases were predominantly constructed from solid oak, mahogany, or walnut, featuring glass panel fronts, internal metal scissor mechanisms, and brass knobs or side banding to hold the modular sections securely together.

Authentic pieces usually feature paper or printed metal labels inside the back panel of each section, standardized metal interlocking straps along the side profiles, and smooth-operating retractable glass doors with internal scissor guides.

Position the bookcase against a neutral wall in a home office, hallway, or living area. The glazed compartments allow for dust-free storage of books, ceramics, or curated collectibles, blending traditional woodwork with contemporary decor.

Clean the glass panels using a lint-free cloth and standard glass cleaner, taking care not to saturate the timber frames. Apply a clear beeswax polish to the oak surfaces annually and keep the internal metal door mechanisms free of debris.
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