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Read moreStacking Glazed Bookcase in oak by Gunn
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An excellent example of an original stacking bookcase in oak. Produced around the early to mid 1930’s by Gunn, this is a really clean and completely original example. It retains the original Gunn makers label on the rear. The four-section compact stacking bookcase has the original brass handles and glazed slide up and over doors, similar to those of Globe Wernicke. Each section can be separated for easy transportation and assembly.
The Gunn Furniture Company originated in Grand Rapids Michigan. Founded by William S Gunn, a furniture workshop was added to his hardware products in 1874. The company passed to his son, William A Gunn after his death in 1909. It became famous for desks and in the 1910s and 20s, the company began to produce sectional bookcases.
With so much flexibility, this piece could be a drinks cabinet, a bookcase, a secreataire/ bureau or a mix of any of those things together. It can easily be accommodated in to living, dining or bedroom styling. Fantastic and highly desirable, with clean lines that offers incredible value for money.
Dimensions:
161cm High, 89cm Width, 31cm Max Depth
Top section 23cm max internal storage height, 81 max internal width, 18cm max internal storage depth
Second section 28cm max internal storage height, 81 max internal width, 18cm max internal storage depth
Third section 29cm max internal storage height, 81 max internal width, 18cm max internal storage depth
Bottom section 34cm max internal storage height, 81 max internal width, 24cm max internal storage depth
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Read moreMid Century Stacking Barristers Bookcase
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A gorgeous and very useful mid century stacking barristers bookcase in a walnut veneer finish. The bookcase comes in four sections for ease of transportation and positioning. It is super handy to have a solid door on one of the sections for hiding the less slightly but necessary things. The solid section could be placed above one of the glass sections if you preferred a different order. All three doors are up and over doors and all run really easily. The sections are also nice and tall for storing larger books, bottles, etc. There is also an additional drawer at the bottom. All original glass and cue brass handles. It probably dates to the 1960’s and is presented in very good original condition throughout.
Very stylish and super practical!
Height: 170cm
Max Depth: 39cm
Width: 80cm
Upper three sections are 45cm high.
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Read more1930’s Barrister’s Bookcase in Oak
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This is a beautiful example of a Barrister’s style bookcase in English oak. It dates from around the early 1930’s and offers lots of fantastic storage. The three upper sections are graduated in size to accommodate larger books in the bottom section, to smaller books in the upper sections. Heights and dimensions are listed below. All three upper sections retain their up and over door opening mechanisms, the original glass and very pretty original brass handles. The lower section is a very generous cupboard in both height and depth. Again with original brass handles. Inside there is one shelf that is fully height adjustable via its original brass support system. Simply remove the brass supports and put them in to higher or lower slots in the channels at the side.
This bookcase has all of the quality and trademark handles of Minty (of Oxfordshire) but we can not find a makers’ badge, that has been present on other Minty bookcases that we have sold.
Dimensions:
196cm High, 88cm Width, 47cm Max Depth (lower section), 30cm Deep (top sections)
Glazed sections: 33cm internal storage height ,28cm internal storage height, ,22cm internal storage height
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Read more1930’s Globe Wernicke Stacking Bookcase in Oak
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A superb example of Globe Wernicke’s stacking ‘elastic’ bookcase. This is in the more rare and better quality oak veneer and radial cut oak, rather than the more common mahogany veneer ones. All glass and brass ware are original, together with the internal iron works for the ‘up and over’ scissor door lifts system. Pretty rare to see this on the Globe Wernicke’s.
Wernicke Co. produced the Elastic bookcase in Minneapolis, Minnesota in the late 19th Century (founded circa 1882) until they were bought by The Globe Files Co. in 1899. Wernicke invented the elastic bookcase and patented the designs.
Once Globe bought Wernicke the famous brand Globe-Wernicke began producing the elastic stack able book cases under patent in the USA. Thomas Turner also started marketing the design in England. Globe-Wernicke then expanded in to Canada, France, Belgium and Austria.
If you have any further questions or would like to view please contact us and we can certainly accommodate.
Dimensions:
111cm High, 85cm Width, 28.5cm Depth
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Read moreIncredibly Rare Globe Wernicke Premium Range Oak Bookcase
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This is a very rare and exceptional bookcase by Globe Wernicke. Globe bought Wernicke to begin the reign of the famous brand Globe-Wernicke. They are most well known for producing the elastic stack able book cases under patent in the USA. Thomas Turner also started marketing the design in England. Globe-Wernicke then expanded in to Canada, France, Belgium and Austria.
From an historical Wernicke catalogue we have found that this style of bookcase (of four styles they produced) was the highest grade premium radial cut oak. We can not found another example of this style. We can find many Globe-Wernicke stacking bookcases in all of the finishes they produced but we can not find another bookcase of this style, design, size and weight. All of the above shows the rarity of this piece. It could even have been a specially commissioned piece.
We estimate the weight to be circa 100-120kgs. This is a testament to the quality of the solid oak used throughout. However, please bear this in mind when considering purchasing and whcih room you would envisage the bookcase. We could only offer a ground floor delivery service with at least two men.
If you have any further questions or would like to view please contact us and we can certainly accommodate.
Dimensions:
154cm High, 178cm Width, 39.5 maximum depth
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Read moreMid 20th Century Stacking Bookcase in Solid Oak
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This is a quite exceptional example of a mid 20th Century stacking Bookcase in solid oak, dating from the 1940’s to 50’s. The piece is heavy and made from very good quality radial cut oak. The quality of the oak used and the weight and thickness of the original glass doors all point to a piece that would have been expensive when new. All of the glass doors are original with no visible scratches or chips. The patina is superb for oak of this age and has clearly been cherished and well cared for.
The shelves are a good size for books or other items that you might want to display. The bookcase can be taken apart for easy transportation or relocation to another room. A great addition to any home! Contemporary mid Century styling that is very on trend but with quality of construction. A timeless classic that will only appreciate with age.
Dimensions:
132cm High, 89cm Width, 30cm Deep (lower section), 23cm Deep (top sections)
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Read moreX Early 20th Century Stacking Bookcase c.1930
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This is a lovely example of an early 20th Century stacking Bookcase in oak, dating from the late 1920’s to early 30’s. It is very much in the style of Globe Wernicke but without the premium price tag. Excellent craftsmanship can be seen in the stacking sections, the bookcase still has original glass in it’s glazed doors. The cutest brass handles dress the doors and each opens fully with a ball bearing catch on each to ensure they stay closed. The handles on the bottom two doors are more modern replacement but very fitting, nicely coloured and styled to match.
The shelves are a good size for books or other items that you might want to display. The bookcase can be taken apart for easy transportation or relocation to another room. A great addition to any home!
Dimensions:
146cm High, 88cm Width, 31cm Deep (2 lower sections), 22.5cm Deep (top section)
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Read moreX Minty 3 Section Stacking Bookcase c.1920
£0This is a lovely example of a Minty Bookcase in medium oak, dating from the late 1920’s to early 30’s. The top section has a Minty of Oxford label, which proves it’s authenticity. Used in legal offices, Minty was one of the finest makers of these types of bookcases. Excellent craftsmanship can be seen in the 3 stacking sections, the bookcase still has original glass in it’s glazed doors. Brass handles dress the doors and each opens fully with a ball bearing catch on each to ensure they stay closed.
The shelves are a good size for books or other items that you might want to display. Each section can be taken apart for easy transportation or relocation to another room. A great addition to any home!
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Dimensions:
131.5cm High, 89.5cm Width, 29cm Deep (2 lower sections), 23.5cm Deep (top section)
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Read moreFour Matching Very Rare Wernicke Stacking Bookcases 1896-1899
£0These are outstanding, very rare and very exciting bookcases. Wernicke Co. produced the Elastic bookcase in Minneapolis, Minnesota in the late 19th Century (founded circa 1882) until they were bought by The Globe Files Co. in 1899. Wernicke invented the elastic bookcase and patented the designs.
