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What is a Bible stand called?
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A Bible stand is called the lectern. The Bible is placed on the lectern and during service, chapters are read from it. Visit 1stDibs for a range of antique and vintage bible stands from different periods.
1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
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French Solid Brass Adjustable Bible Stand
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A large decorative brass Bible stand from a Catholic church. This versatile antique book stand has
Category
Antique 19th Century French Other Books
Materials
Brass
French 17th Century Bible Stand, Lutrin
Located in Atlanta, GA
An outstanding 17th century Lutrin, Bible stand, book stand from the South of France. Expertly
Category
Antique Late 17th Century French Religious Items
Materials
Iron
Gorgeous Antique Hand Carved Oak Gothic Revival Bible Stand w. Dragon Sculptures
Located in Lisse, NL
Unique, wonderfully sculptural and meaningful Gothic church bible stand.
This relatively large
Category
Antique 19th Century European Gothic Revival Religious Items
Materials
Oak
Antique Gothic Revival Brass Church Bible Stand w. IHS Sign in Quatrefoil Symbol
Located in Lisse, NL
Smaller size and great looking Gothic Revival bible stand.
This hand-crafted and beautifully
Category
Early 20th Century Dutch Gothic Revival Religious Items
Materials
Brass
Rare Gothic Revival Embossed Brass Eagle Sculpture Church Altar Bible Stand
Located in Lisse, NL
Stunning and sculptural, Arts & Crafts era, church bible or book stand.
This late 1800s bible
Category
Antique Late 19th Century European Gothic Revival Religious Items
Materials
Brass
Small Brown Carved Wood Collapsible Book or Bible Stand
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
bible holders.)
Dimensions:
Open:
5" wide
3.75" deep
3" tall.
Category
20th Century Indonesian Primitive More Folk Art
Materials
Wood