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Pair of Oak Leaded Glazed Globe Wernicke Bookcase Cabinets.
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Pair of Oak Leaded Glazed Globe Wernicke Bookcase Cabinets.

1900 - 1920
Description

Pair of oak leaded glazed Globe Wernicke bookcase cabinets.

6 panes of glass broken.

Date of Manufacture

Rupert Hitchcox Antiques has dated this Oak Globe Wernicke Bookcase to the 1910s.

Independent Date Check ID 09644195
Dealer's Item Date1910s
Sellingantiques Date1910s
Sellingantiques agingItem 100-125 years old
Test ResultsPassed dating check
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to THE 1910s:
Globe-Wernicke London maker's labels inside: production of the early 20th century.
Leaded glass doors with elongated hexagonal panes: favoured decorative glazing of the era.
Sectional interlocking oak units with side banding: classic Globe-Wernicke patent cabinetmaking.
Quarter-sawn oak with medullary ray flecks: traditional timber selection.

This is an independent date report produced by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. The process uses the photographs shown on this page. The system is never told the date the dealer has declared. This report shows that the two dates corroborate.

Physical Dimensions
Height
175cm (68.90")
Width
87cm (34.25")
Depth
29cm (11.42")
Reference Numbers
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SA1234885
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Description
Pair of oak leaded glazed Globe Wernicke bookcase cabinets.

6 panes of glass broken.

Date of Manufacture

Rupert Hitchcox Antiques has dated this Oak Globe Wernicke Bookcase to the 1910s.

Independent Date Report ID 09644195
Dealer's Item Date1910s
Sellingantiques dating1910s
Sellingantiques agingItem 100-125 years old
Test ResultsPassed dating check
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to the 1910s:
Globe-Wernicke London maker's labels inside: production of the early 20th century.
Leaded glass doors with elongated hexagonal panes: favoured decorative glazing of the era.
Sectional interlocking oak units with side banding: classic Globe-Wernicke patent cabinetmaking.
Quarter-sawn oak with medullary ray flecks: traditional timber selection.

This is an independent date report produced by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. The process uses the photographs shown on this page. The system is never told the date the dealer has declared. This report shows that the two dates corroborate.

Height
175cm (68.90")
Width
87cm (34.25")
Depth
29cm (11.42")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1234885
Rupert Hitchcox Antiques
Rupert Hitchcox Antiques
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Instagram @ruperthitchcoxantiques -- large and varied selection.

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A pair of matching five-tier oak Globe Wernicke sectional bookcases featuring leaded glazed lift-up glass doors.
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Archive I A pair of matching five-tier oak Globe Wernicke sectional bookcases featuring leaded glazed lift-up glass doors.

Pair of Oak Leaded Glazed Globe Wernicke Bookcase Cabinets.

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Rupert Hitchcox Antiques

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Oxford
OX44 7RW
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A pair of matching five-tier oak Globe Wernicke sectional bookcases featuring leaded glazed lift-up glass doors.
Pair of oak Leaded glazed Globe Wernicke bookcase cabinets.
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A pair of matching five-tier oak Globe Wernicke sectional bookcases featuring leaded glazed lift-up glass doors.
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  • ObjectBookcases
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleEdwardian
  • MaterialOak, Glass, Lead
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsLeaded glass doors, Sectional stacking modules, Cornice and plinth base, Lift-and-slide doors
  • SizeH 175 cm (69 in) x W 87 cm (34 in) x D 29 cm (11 in)

This pair of matching Edwardian sectional bookcases originates from 1910 in the Globe Wernicke style. Constructed from warm brown oak, glass, and lead, the five-tier units display a sectional stacking modular design complete with a cornice and plinth base and leaded glass lift-and-slide doors. The visible condition includes six broken panes of glass across the tiered compartments. Each cabinet measures 175 cm high by 87 cm wide and 29 cm deep, offering substantial shelving capacity for storage in a study or library. Ideal for organizing books and display pieces, these tall vertical cabinets suit a traditional gentleman's library or a home office setting. The modular arrangement allows the stacked sections to remain together as a matching pair while providing accessible enclosed shelving behind the leaded glass panes. Their narrow footprint makes them practical for placement against walls in rooms with limited floor space.

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Sectional bookcases were patented in the late nineteenth century, gaining immense popularity during the Edwardian era. Designed as modular units that stack upon one another, they allowed legal professionals and academics to expand their library storage as their collections grew.

These bookcases were primarily constructed from solid oak, mahogany, or walnut, featuring glass panel door fronts held within metal or timber frames. Internal equalising scissor mechanisms and metal side straps were used to ensure smooth door operation and structural integrity across modules.

Authentic pieces generally feature paper labels or stamped metal plaques inside the individual sections indicating the manufacturers name. They also display characteristic interlocking wooden bands or metal side clips, along with lift-and-slide door mechanisms unique to the brand.

Pairing dark wood sectional cabinets symmetrically alongside a fireplace or artwork creates a balanced focal point in modern living rooms or home offices. The architectural leaded glass offers texture and character without visually overwhelming contemporary decor.

Apply a high-grade beeswax polish to the oak framework periodically to preserve the timbers moisture and lustre. Glass panels should be cleaned with a soft microfibre cloth, and the internal door gliding tracks should be kept clean and lightly lubricated to prevent sticking.
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