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Mahogany Sectional Bookcase by Minty of Oxford C.1910
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Mahogany Sectional Bookcase by Minty of Oxford C.1910

1900 - 1920
Sold 11 July 2025 · The Old Cinema
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A tall antique sectional bookcase by Minty of Oxford, made in mahogany and dating to the early 20th century. This five-tier configuration comprises four upper compartments with twin glazed doors and a lower compartment with glazed swing doors, all with matching brass handles. Designed for a library or office setting, the piece separates into individual sections for easier transport and reconfiguration. The maker’s label is affixed to the interior of one cabinet.

Physical Dimensions
Height
169cm (66.54")
Width
89.5cm (35.24")
Depth
30cm (11.81")
Declaration

The Old Cinema has dated this Mahogany Sectional Bookcase to the 1910s.

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SA1144783
Dealers Internal Reference
46889
Description
A tall antique sectional bookcase by Minty of Oxford, made in mahogany and dating to the early 20th century.
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This five-tier configuration comprises four upper compartments with twin glazed doors and a lower compartment with glazed swing doors, all with matching brass handles.
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Designed for a library or office setting, the piece separates into individual sections for easier transport and reconfiguration. The maker’s label is affixed to the interior of one cabinet.

Height
169cm (66.54")
Width
89.5cm (35.24")
Depth
30cm (11.81")
Date of Manufacture

The Old Cinema has dated this Mahogany Sectional Bookcase to the 1910s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1144783
Dealers Internal Ref
46889
The Old Cinema
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A tall, dark mahogany sectional bookcase featuring five tiers of glass-front doors and a low plinth base.
Mahogany Sectional Bookcase by Minty of Oxford c.1910
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A tall, dark mahogany sectional bookcase featuring five tiers of glass-front doors and a low plinth base.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectBookcases
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleEdwardian
  • MaterialMahogany, Glass, Brass
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsGlass panel doors, Modular stacking tiers, Brass hardware, Plinth base
  • SizeH 169 cm (67 in) x W 89.5 cm (35 in) x D 30 cm (12 in)

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A sectional or barrister bookcase is a modular piece of furniture consisting of vertically stackable tiers with glass-front doors, originally designed for lawyers to easily transport and store growing libraries.

These pieces are typically constructed from solid hardwoods and veneers such as mahogany, oak, or walnut, featuring glass panel doors and brass or wooden hardware.

Authentic pieces often feature maker stamps, dovetail joinery, period-appropriate glass with slight imperfections, and traditional hardware consistent with early 20th-century manufacturing techniques.

Pair the dark wood tones with neutral walls, minimalist lighting, and a curated mix of books and decorative objects to create a sophisticated focal point in a study or living room.

Maintain mahogany furniture by keeping it away from direct sunlight and heat sources, dusting regularly with a soft dry cloth, and occasionally applying a quality beeswax to nourish the wood.
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