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A beautiful and highly desirable antique American quarter sawn oak barrister bookcase dating to the early 1900s, crafted during the …
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A beautiful and highly desirable antique American quarter sawn oak barrister bookcase dating to the early 1900s, crafted during the Mission / Arts & Crafts era when quality materials and functional design defined fine furniture making.
Constructed from richly figured quarter sawn tiger oak, this handsome four-stack barrister bookcase showcases the dramatic shimmering grain pattern that made quarter sawn oak one of the most sought-after woods of the period. The warm oak coloration and clean architectural lines allow the piece to blend effortlessly into both traditional and modern interiors.
The bookcase features four graduated stacking sections above the original base, offering generous storage while maintaining elegant proportions ideal for libraries, studies, offices, living rooms, or curated display spaces.
One of the most appealing and practical features is its fully collapsible construction. The cabinet disassembles into individual flat panels for remarkably easy transport and setup—an innovative design originally intended for traveling attorneys and professionals. Even today, this makes moving through stairways, elevators, and narrow doorways far easier than with traditional antique case furniture.
Barrister and lawyer’s bookcases remain enduring favorites among collectors, designers, and decorators for their timeless appeal, practicality, and classic American craftsmanship.
Perfect for use as:
A home library bookcase
Office or study storage
Display cabinet for collectibles
Mission or Arts & Crafts interior
Traditional or modern design settings
A warm, functional, and beautifully grained antique that brings both history and character to any space.
Dimensions
Height: 57.75 in.
Width: 34.125 in.
Depth: 12.25 in.
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- Dimensions
- 34.12ʺW × 12.25ʺD × 57.75ʺH
- Period
- 1910s
- Country of Origin
- United States
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Glass
- Oak
- Condition
- Good Condition, Restored, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Brown
- Condition Notes
- Professionally refinished many years ago, the bookcase presents beautifully with a warm, even finish that highlights the exceptional quarter sawn … moreProfessionally refinished many years ago, the bookcase presents beautifully with a warm, even finish that highlights the exceptional quarter sawn oak grain and antique character. As expected with an authentic antique over 100 years old, the piece shows normal signs of age and use including minor surface wear, small scattered marks, finish variations, and other light cosmetic imperfections consistent with age, use, and antique furniture of this period. These age-related characteristics are part of the bookcase’s authentic antique appeal and should be expected. The piece is structurally sound and sturdy. The collapsible barrister construction functions as intended, and the sections assemble and disassemble properly for transport and moving. Please note that antique furniture is not manufactured to modern precision standards and may show minor irregularities, slight dimensional variations, evidence of age, past restoration, shrinkage, or historical use typical of early 20th century furniture. Overall, this is a very attractive, functional, and well-preserved antique barrister bookcase ready for everyday use and display. less
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