Bootblack Fixtures Antique Oak 3-Station Shoe Shine Stand with Mirrored Back

Description : Bootblack Fixtures Antique Oak 3-Station Shoe Shine Stand with Mirrored Back
This authentic Bootblack Fixtures Co. three-station shoe shine stand is a rare commercial fixture dating to the early 20th century. Constructed from solid oak, it features raised panel cabinetry, decorative carved accents, original mirrored and textured glass panels, and the surviving electrical components that once illuminated each customer station. Originally designed for upscale barbershops, hotels, train stations, and office buildings, this impressive piece reflects the quality craftsmanship that made Bootblack Fixtures one of the leading manufacturers of professional shoe shine equipment. The stand remains in good original condition with a beautiful aged patina and honest wear consistent with over a century of commercial use. The footrests/platforms are missing, offering an excellent opportunity for restoration or creative adaptive reuse as a retail display, back bar, reception counter, or statement architectural installation. Authentic Bootblack Fixtures examples are increasingly difficult to find, making this a highly desirable piece for collectors, designers, and commercial interiors.

Era
Circa 1900–1925 (Early 20th Century)

Style
Commercial Victorian / Edwardian with Arts & Crafts influences

Technique
Solid oak mortise-and-tenon construction with raised panels, carved ornamentation, mirrored and textured glass installation, and integrated electrical lighting components.

Tools Used
Table saw, molding planes, mortising machine, chisels, carving tools, hand planes, glazing tools, clamps, screwdrivers, and period electrical installation tools.

History
Bootblack Fixtures Co. produced premium shoe shine stands for hotels, railroad terminals, barbershops, and public buildings throughout the early 20th century. Their multi-station stands became icons of American commercial interiors and remain sought after by collectors due to their craftsmanship, rarity, and architectural presence.

Manufacturer / Maker
Bootblack Fixtures Co.

Measurements
70" W × 60" D × 82" H

Suggested Weight
Approximately 750 lbs.

Suggested Shipping Package Dimension
74" W × 66" D × 88" H (Palletized, blanket-wrapped freight shipment)

Music
"Ain't Misbehavin'" – Fats Waller or classic ragtime and early jazz, reflecting the atmosphere of a bustling 1920s barbershop and shoe shine parlor.

Item Number : P3806

Category : Storage Other

Brand : Rebuilders Xchange