Rare Antique Bookcase
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Superb Globe Wernicke Stacking Bookcase in Medium Oak
£0FREE Delivery on this item within approximately 130 miles of Cambridgeshire. Further afield locations will incur a surcharge to send via couriers.
A fantastic example of Globe Wernicke’s stacking ‘elastic’ bookcase. 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.
This is a beautiful example dating from circa 1920 to 1930 and presented in a very warm medium oak finish. Unusually the bottom section is much taller and deeper than the more often seen Globe Wernicke sections. The top section retains the original Globe Wernicke label for authenticity. Each section has the patented up and over door system to access the inside. The Globe Wernicke bookcases are becoming increasingly sought after and this is a really lovely example. With five sections it offers some incredible storage with a real style statement.
All sections easily separate for ease of transportation and moving in to the room of your choice.
Dimensions:
202cm High, 86.5cm Width, 48cm Max Depth (bottom section), upper sections are max 29cm deep.
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Rare Ebonised Globe Wernicke Stacking Bookcase
£0FREE Delivery on this item within approximately 130 miles of Cambridgeshire. Further afield locations will incur a surcharge to send via couriers.
An early and rare example of Globe Wernicke’s stacking ‘elastic’ bookcase. 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.
This is an early example dating from circa 1920 to 1930 and very unusually the carcass is in ebonised oak with sections retaining the original Globe Wernicke label for authenticity. Each section has the patented up and over door system to access the inside. The handles are later replacements. The Globe Wernicke bookcases are becoming increasingly sought after and this is a very rare ebonised early one. With six sections it offers some incredible storage with a real style statement.
Dimensions:
209cm High, 87cm Width, 27.5cm Max Depth (top cornice and bottom plinth)
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Turn of the Century Globe Wernicke ‘Elastic’ Bookcase
£0FREE Delivery on this item within approximately 150 miles of Cambridgeshire. More remote and rural locations will incur a charge.
An early example of Globe Wernicke’s stacking ‘elastic’ bookcase. 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.
This is an early example dating from circa 1899 to 1910. The carcass is in mahogany with each section retaining the original Globe Wernicke label for authenticity. Each section has the patented up and over scissor system to access the inside. With the added bonus of a drawer at the bottom this bookcase offers a good array of storage without being an overpowering size. The Globe Wernicke bookcases are becoming increasingly sought after and this is a very early one. There are some cosmetic marks but all are photographed and are only visible on close inspection.
Dimensions:
118cm High, 87cm Width, 29.5cm Max Depth
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1930’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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Incredibly Rare Globe Wernicke Premium Range Oak Bookcase
£0Free Shipping included within the price but distant/ remote and rural areas will incur a charge.
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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X 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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X 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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Early 20th Century Tambour Pharmacy Cabinet
£1,495A truly amazing Pharmacy dispensing cabinet from a pharmacy shop in Old town Budapest (Buda). Originally produced circa late 1920’s to early 1930’s. We found two in totally original condition and brought them over to England. One is as photographed, the other is a mirror image with the glazed door on the left and two tambour sections to the right of it.
They are immense in size and stature, constructed from oak with some painted pine to the shelving internally. All of the black dispensing shelves pull out for ease of access. They are completely original and now offer a breathtaking storage option for residential or commercial use. Each cabinet weighs around 100kgs and stand over 2 metres tall.
Lots of storage and fantastic style. Use as a dresser, kitchen cabinet, bookcase etc etc. Just imagine the comments and expressions from your guests……..
We have two available.
Dimensions:
202cm High, 160cm Wide, 52cm Deep
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Four 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.