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Antique Sectional Barrister Bookcase
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Antique Sectional Barrister Bookcase

1900 - 1920
Description

A handsome antique four-section barrister bookcase, crafted in oak with a rich, warm brown finish. The bookcase comprises four individual glazed compartments, each fitted with a hinged glass-fronted door that opens outwards to provide easy access to the shelves. The four sections separate individually, allowing the bookcase to be dismantled into manageable pieces for ease of transportation. A practical and elegant piece of antique furniture, offering generous storage and timeless appeal.

Item Reference:

M-7136

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Dimensions:

Height – 146cm/ Width - 87cm/ Depth - 25cm

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CONDITION REPORT:

The bookcase is in good overall antique condition, with some age-related marks, scratches and signs of wear commensurate with its age and previous use. There is some variation in colour to the timber, along with minor surface marks and wear to the finish. The interior shelves and backs show some signs of use, as expected. The glazed doors are present and open correctly. The four sections separate individually for ease of transportation. Overall, a lovely antique barrister bookcase with an attractive colour and patina.

Date of Manufacture

Penderyn Antiques has dated this Oak Sectional Barrister Bookcase to the 1910s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
146cm (57.48")
Width
87cm (34.25")
Depth
25cm (9.84")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1245891
Dealers Internal Reference
M-7136
Dealers Notes

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DELIVERY INFORMATION:

FREE DELIVERY TO ENGLAND & WALES!

FREE delivery to England & Wales. For Scotland please get in touch for a delivery quote by calling us on 01685 813594.

Timescale: 5-15 working days. You will receive full delivery details once your order has been placed. For Scotland, delivery may take longer than 15 working days. Please note, the courier service is to the external doorstep, the courier will also deliver on their own so you will need to arrange for someone to help your end.

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For deliveries outside of mainland UK (i.e Scottish Highlands and Islands, Northern Ireland, Isle of Wight, Isle of Man, Channel Islands and Scilly Isles) please get in touch for a quote.

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International & European: Please get in touch for a quote.

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Collection: Our shop is based in the village of Penderyn, South Wales, CF44 0TJ.

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In case of return, items must be received back in the same condition as delivered and a collection fee of £85 will apply, this would be deducted from any refund amount.

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ABOUT US:

Hello from the Penderyn Antiques team! We’re friendly and enthusiastic people who deeply care about providing professional and exceptional service to you! We have a vast range of antique furniture online and at our pink chapel antique shop based in the Brecon Beacons National Park, South Wales. Like what you see? Follow us on social media @penderynantiques

Description
A handsome antique four-section barrister bookcase, crafted in oak with a rich, warm brown finish.
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The bookcase comprises four individual glazed compartments, each fitted with a hinged glass-fronted door that opens outwards to provide easy access to the shelves.
Penderyn Antiques

The four sections separate individually, allowing the bookcase to be dismantled into manageable pieces for ease of transportation. A practical and elegant piece of antique furniture, offering generous storage and timeless appeal.

fig 1. A four-tier dark oak sectional barrister bookcase featuring glazed lifting doors with small brass knobs.
fig 1. Antique Sectional Barrister Bookcase

Item Reference:

M-7136

Dimensions:

Height – 146cm/ Width - 87cm/ Depth - 25cm

CONDITION REPORT:

The bookcase is in good overall antique condition, with some age-related marks, scratches and signs of wear commensurate with its age and previous use. There is some variation in colour to the timber, along with minor surface marks and wear to the finish. The interior shelves and backs show some signs of use, as expected. The glazed doors are present and open correctly. The four sections separate individually for ease of transportation. Overall, a lovely antique barrister bookcase with an attractive colour and patina.

Date of Manufacture

Penderyn Antiques has dated this Oak Sectional Barrister Bookcase to the 1910s.

Height
146cm (57.48")
Width
87cm (34.25")
Depth
25cm (9.84")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1245891
Dealers Internal Ref
M-7136
Penderyn Antiques
Penderyn Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2019
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A four-tier dark oak sectional barrister bookcase featuring glazed lifting doors with small brass knobs.
Antique Sectional Barrister Bookcase
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  • ObjectBookcases
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleEdwardian
  • MaterialOak, Glass, Brass
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsGlazed up-and-over doors, Sectional modular tiers, Brass knob handles, Plinth base
  • SizeH 146 cm (57 in) x W 87 cm (34 in) x D 25 cm (10 in)

This Edwardian sectional barrister bookcase takes the form of a dark brown oak four-tier modular cabinet with glass-fronted lifting doors. The timber displays a rich warm brown tone with natural variation and age-related surface marks. Each individual section features a glazed up-and-over door fitted with a small central brass knob handle, sitting atop a simple plinth base and terminating in block feet. Measuring 146 cm high, 87 cm wide, and 25 cm deep, the unit disassembles into four manageable tiers for transport. In a contemporary home, this traditional gentleman's library bookcase provides practical vertical storage for books and display items in a study, home office, or living room. The glass panels allow the contents to remain visible while protected from dust, and the modular design ensures flexibility in placement and movement.

FAQs

A sectional barrister bookcase is a modular storage unit comprising separate stackable compartments, each fitted with a glazed door that lifts and slides back into the cabinet frame. Originally developed for legal professionals, this design protected legal volumes during office relocations.

Barrister bookcases were predominantly constructed from solid hardwoods such as oak, mahogany, or walnut, featuring glass panel doors and brass or iron mechanism hardware. Internal backing panels were often made of secondary woods such as pine or plywood.

Authentic pieces feature interlocking modular construction without fixed vertical side panels between tiers. Look for original maker metal plaques, scissor-mechanism or side-runner door hinges, and evidence of hand-finished joinery on the base and cornice sections.

A sectional bookcase provides functional vertical storage in home offices, living rooms, or hallways, serving as a display cabinet for ceramics, curated books, and decorative objects. The glazed doors allow contents to remain visible while protecting them from dust.

Clean timber surfaces using a soft, dry cloth and apply a quality beeswax polish periodically along the grain to maintain the finish. Clean glass panes with a specialist glass cleaner applied directly to a microfibre cloth to avoid overspray on the surrounding woodwork.
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