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A Five Tier Barristers Mahogany Bookcase

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An exceptional quality early 20th century mahogany Globe-Wernicke five-tier barristers bookcase with glazed doors, and on a plinth base. This is a really nice piece with a Brass plate attached bearing the inscription - “Presented to Miss E.K. Reading. As a parting gift from the students of Miss F.E.S Kemp 26.Gt. James Street WC1 1929” The WC postcode area, also known as the London WC postcode area, is a group of postcode districts in London, England. The area includes parts of the City of Westminster. Great James Street is a very upscale part of central London. Globe and Wernicke is an American company with factories in US, Canada , Great Britain, France and Germany. They are well known for their high-end bookcases and patenting of the "elastic bookcase" also known as the modular or barristers bookcase.
  • Creator:
    Globe Wernicke (Manufacturer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 72 in (182.88 cm)Width: 34 in (86.36 cm)Depth: 14 in (35.56 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1929
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. This is a solid sturdy piece of furniture in very good condition.
  • Seller Location:
    Flower Mound, TX
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU9641238367942
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