Early 1900s, American, from the Globe Wernicke Co, Cincinnati OH. Rare combination of barrister bookcases and secretary desk sections, all in the classic 299 style (quarter sawn oak, rich finish, brass oxidized hardware). 17 sections in total, including two rare drawer bases, seven 12.25" bookcases, two 10.25" bookcases, two 8.5" bookcases, two tops, and secretary desk section. Bookcase sizes are interior height, all bookcases are 9.5" deep (D size). Overall in very good to excellent original condition, with rare drawer bases, glass, hardware, labels and stencil to drawer. Includes functional key to desk and drawer, which are often lost to time. This set has been assembled over the years, some slight variation to finish/stain color, but overall cohesive and a very good example of this rare configuration. Desk legs are modern reproductions, original legs are often broken or lost. One set of drawer base pulls are replacements.
Any variation in height, fit or spacing in the pictures is due to older, uneven floor. Large number of sectional cases allow for many combinations and flexibility to fit a variety of spaces - please reach out with any arrangement questions or requests.
Dimensions below for overall piece when bookcases are directly side to side.
102w x 20d x 76h
Early 1900s, American, from the Globe Wernicke Co, Cincinnati OH. Rare combination of barrister bookcases and secretary desk sections, all in the classic 299 style (quarter sawn oak, rich finish, brass oxidized hardware). 17 sections in total, including two rare drawer bases, seven 12.25" bookcases, two 10.25" bookcases, two 8.5" bookcases, two tops, and secretary desk section. Bookcase sizes are interior height, all bookcases are 9.5" deep (D size). Overall in very good to excellent original condition, with rare drawer bases, glass, hardware, labels and stencil to drawer. Includes functional key to desk and drawer, which are often lost to time. This set has been assembled over the years, some slight variation to finish/stain color, but overall cohesive and a very good example of this rare configuration. Desk legs are modern reproductions, original legs are often broken or lost. One set of drawer base pulls are replacements.
Any variation in height, fit or spacing in the pictures is due to older, uneven floor. Large number of sectional cases allow for many combinations and flexibility to fit a variety of spaces - please reach out with any arrangement questions or requests.
Dimensions below for overall piece when bookcases are directly side to side.
102w x 20d x 76h
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