Antique Barrister Bookcase

Enjoy that great antique bookcase find from an auction, garage sale or estate liquidation.

Genuine antique barrister bookcases are getting quite difficult to find in good condition. Because the need for their particular design has diminished (they were made in stackable sections so that each section could be transported on its own), many originals have fallen into disrepair or even been disposed of by their owners who may not recognize the value. When you do find these bookcases, they are generally restored examples. True untouched antiques can be found but as you would expect, these are expensive.

We list below a few examples that are available online now. Please note that although we intend to update this page periodically, the pieces listed may not be available any longer. However, similar items should always be available.

Globe Wernicke Barrister Stack Sectional Walnut Bookcase

Product Description
This is a unique Globe Wernicke Barrister Stack Sectional Walnut Bookcase since its glass doors are sliding. The bookcase design was quite modern for its time, with straight and simple lines and an angled base. The Globe Wernicke Barrister Stack Sectional Walnut Bookcase has the original labels that show the sectionals are made of ÒGenuine American WalnutÓ and also have the re-order information for the stacks. The top stack reads "To Re-Order This Item Specify,Stock Number 850 Top and Finish Number 448 _ Gen. WalÓ from ÒThe Globe-Wernicke Co. Cincinnati Made in U. S. A." The bottom stacks read "To Re-Order This Item Specify, Stock Number 811-2 Book Unit and Finish Number 448 _ Gen. WalÓ from ÒThe Globe-Wernicke Co. Cincinnati Made in U. S. A.Ó The bookcase has chrome knobs and is in the original finish. The Globe Wernicke Barrister Stack Sectional Walnut Bookcase measures 60.00 inches H X 34.50 inches W X 11.25 inches D, and each stack section measures 12.5 inches H.

$649.00 approx.

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Lawyer's Barrister Bookcase
eBay.com auction

Current bid: US $225.00

A beautiful barrister, lawyer's bookcase. We are not sure what wood it is made of. The top piece..is a veneer, either oak or mahogany. The rest of the piece is made of solid wood, possibly poplar. It was made by: Nicholson, Chace City, VA. It is signed. It is in great shape...This bookcase measures 46" tall, 34" long and 12" deep.

Antique Mission Global Wernicke Barrister Bookcases
eBay.com audtion

Current bid: US $162.50. Reserve Not Met

Sold with low reserve. Rare antique 1900s/1920s Mission Global Wernicke Co. Layers barrister stacking mahogany bookcases. Five sections in all. The top, on leaded glass section, two outer sections and its base. Fresh estate find, nice and clean. Has some wear & surface marks hee and there. Nice and strong. Made of solid mahogany wood. Check out its bottom section, nice fancy mission hand made handles. Large one bottom pull out drawer. The base is signed manufactured by the Global Wernicke Co. Cincinnati patented. Antique mission, D leg base drw. Also has another tag under its base next to the rare D leg. Says remove screw on the other side to release and turn back leg when desierd. Never seen a D leg on these types of bookcases so its a rare one. ...all the other sectins are also signed with its original black and gold center labels...fine antique original leaded glass door in good original condition with no breaks. When together the unit measures 52 /12 inches tall by 34 1/2 inches wide by 11 inches deep....Bookcase will make any room or office look its best...The new owner will be truly happy with this find...All glass doors work fine. I'm selling this as is...