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Vintage Carved Book Slide, Balinese, Hardwood, Library Stand, Mid Century, 1960

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This is a vintage carved book slide. A Balinese, hardwood library stand, dating to the mid 20th century, circa 1960. Fantastic mid-century exotic book slide with striking carved figures Displays a desirable aged patina and in good order Hardwood rich in russet hues throughout Enthusiastically carved with foliate and scrolled patterns Prominent carved figures adorn each folding slide They depict Rama's wife Sita, from the Ramayana story in Hinduism Each slide folds upon a pair of small brass stabilisers The reverse carved with a delicate flower head over pierced fretwork Manually operated slide glides smoothly to its maximum width Accommodates books within a 34.5cm to 60cm range (13.5" and 23.5") Tiered plinth base dressed with quality green baize below This is a delightful vintage carved book slide, with distinctive deity figures. Offering appeal to bibliophiles and collectors, delivered polished and ready to display. Dimensions: Standard Width: 48.5cm (19'') Max Depth: 13.5cm (5.25'') Max Height: 20.5cm (8'') Extended Width: 75.5cm (29.75'').
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 8.08 in (20.5 cm)Width: 19.1 in (48.5 cm)Depth: 5.32 in (13.5 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1960
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Presented in very good vintage condition.
  • Seller Location:
    Hele, Devon, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 18.87361stDibs: LU2645331203502
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