Mahogany Sectional Bookcase 1900 - 1920

Name: Circa 1920 Mahogany Sectional Bookcase with Up and Over Doors - Made by Macey
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1237196
Price: 695 GBP
Availability: InStock

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ObjectBookcases
Period1900 - 1920
Style1920s Commercial
MaterialMahogany, Glass, Brass
ColourDark Brown
MotifsGlazed up-and-over doors, Interlocking sectional modules, Brass pull knobs, Moulded plinth base

This 1920s commercial sectional bookcase by Macey stands outdoors on pavement against a backdrop of green foliage and a distant road. Constructed from mahogany with a dark brown finish and glass, the piece consists of four stacked double-width modules resting on curved scroll feet with a moulded plinth base. Each tier contains glazed up-and-over doors fitted with small brass pull knobs. The timber displays visible grain patterns through the dark finish, and the modular frame lines divide each section clearly. Measuring 145 cm high, 125.5 cm wide, and 40 cm deep, the unit provides generous storage for books or display collections while occupying a modest floor footprint. In a contemporary home, this piece suits a study, library, or living room, offering organised shelving that keeps volumes protected behind glass doors while maintaining easy access through the rising mechanisms.

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A sectional or barrister bookcase is a modular storage system composed of stackable shelf units fitted with glass doors. Originating in the late 19th century, this design allowed lawyers and professionals to transport their libraries in separate, self-contained units without removing the books.

Sectional bookcases from this era were primarily constructed from solid hardwoods such as mahogany or oak, fitted with clear glass panes. The doors feature up-and-over mechanisms, utilizing side metal sliders or scissor cross-band guide mechanisms to allow the glass front to lift and retract smoothly into the cabinet.

Authentic pieces usually feature manufacturer stamps or brass labels inside the section backs, such as those from Macey or Globe Wernicke. Additional signs include interlocking side bandings, original brass knobs, interlocking wooden dowels or metal clips between sections, and age-appropriate wear to the timber finish.

A sectional bookcase provides structured storage in home offices, dining rooms, or living spaces. Modern interior designers often fill the glazed compartments with a mixture of bound volumes, ceramics, and sculptured objects to create a curated display while keeping dust away from delicate items.

Clean timber surfaces periodically using a high-grade beeswax polish applied along the grain. Glass panes should be cleaned with a soft microfibre cloth slightly dampened with water or specialized glass cleaner, ensuring liquid does not seep into the surrounding timber frames or touch original mechanism slides.

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Circa 1920 Mahogany Sectional Bookcase with Up and Over Doors - Made by Macey