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A Good Pair of Oak Globe Wernick Bookcases
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    Quality furniture particularly from the late victorian and edwardian period.
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A Good Pair of Oak Globe Wernick Bookcases

1900 - 1920
Sold 27 November 2024 · Christian Davies Antiques Ltd
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A good pair of oak Globe Wernick bookcases. Each having four stacking sections constructed in solid oak with oxidised copper mounts, leaded glass doors and having a shaped drawer to the base. English circa 1920 made by the Globe Wenick bookcase company, London.

Dimensions: 56" high x 34" wide x 11" deep at the base x 9.5" deep at the top

Stacks 1 x 11.5" high, 1 x 10.5" high, 2 x 9.75" high

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Christian Davies Antiques Ltd has dated this Oak Barrister Bookcase to the 1920s.

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A good pair of oak Globe Wernick bookcases
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A good pair of oak Globe Wernick bookcases.
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Each having four stacking sections constructed in solid oak with oxidised copper mounts, leaded glass doors and having a shaped drawer to the base.
Christian Davies Antiques Ltd

English circa 1920 made by the Globe Wenick bookcase company, London.

Dimensions: 56" high x 34" wide x 11" deep at the base x 9.5" deep at the top

Stacks 1 x 11.5" high, 1 x 10.5" high, 2 x 9.75" high

Date of Manufacture

Christian Davies Antiques Ltd has dated this Oak Barrister Bookcase to the 1920s.

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SA1099238
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A good pair of oak Globe Wernick bookcases
Christian Davies Antiques Ltd
Christian Davies Antiques Ltd
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2009

Quality furniture particularly from the late victorian and edwardian period.

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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Christian Davies Antiques Ltd Profile Page

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Christian Davies Antiques Ltd is a registered member of LAPADA  CINOA

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Christian Davies Antiques Ltd

Christian Davies Antiques Ltd
Telephone 07774 991460
Location
The Calder Studio
Garden Village
Longsight Road
Clayton Le Dale
Blackburn
BB2 7JA
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/cdavies
Verified Since Jun 2009
Items For Sale 44
Items Sold 3,398
Christian Davies Antiques Ltd
Christian Davies Antiques Ltd
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Location: The Calder Studio, Garden Village, Longsight Road, Clayton Le Dale, Blackburn, BB2 7JA, United Kingdom
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A pair of matching dark oak stacking barrister bookcases with leaded glass doors and lower drawer units standing side by side.
A good pair of oak Globe Wernick bookcases
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A pair of matching dark oak stacking barrister bookcases with leaded glass doors and lower drawer units standing side by side.
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  • ObjectBookcases
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleEdwardian
  • MaterialOak, Leaded Glass, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsModular stacking tiers, Leaded glass panes, Upward-sliding doors, Plinth base with drawer

FAQs

A barrister bookcase, also known as a lawyers bookcase, is a modular type of furniture featuring glass-fronted tiers that lift and slide into the cabinet. Originally developed in the late 19th century, it was designed to protect law books from dust and moisture while allowing professionals to easily transport their libraries between offices.

Authentic period pieces are traditionally constructed from solid oak, mahogany, or walnut, often featuring quarter-sawn oak with prominent medullary rays. The stacking modular design uses internal metal mechanisms or wooden tracks to coordinate the upward-swinging glass doors.

Authentication involves examining the hardware for makers stamps, checking for period-appropriate tongue-and-groove joinery, and inspecting the glass for age-related imperfections such as bubbles and waviness. Genuine pieces typically feature individual modular sections that stack independently on top of a base plinth.

This type of furniture serves as a sophisticated focal point in a study, home office, or living room, offering practical vertical storage. Pairing the warm timber tones with contemporary seating and minimalist decor creates a balanced contrast between old and new design elements.

Preservation requires maintaining stable indoor humidity levels to prevent the wood from warping and the glue from drying out. Clean the timber periodically with a microfibre cloth and high-quality beeswax, avoiding harsh chemical sprays and direct sunlight.
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