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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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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 stand has beautiful details and it is in remarkably good condition.
Category
Antique Late 19th Century European Gothic Revival Religious Items
Materials
Brass
Antique Carved Oak Gothic Revival Bible Stand / Church Book Stand w IHS Symbols
Located in Lisse, NL
Antique bible table stand with hand carved cross and open IHS symbols in Gothic quatrefoil in the sides.
Category
Early 20th Century European Gothic Revival Religious Items
Materials
Brass
Enormous Antique Bronze Eagle Sculpture Church Bible Stand or Saint John Lectern
Located in Lisse, NL
Even without its original reading platform, this eagle stands as a powerful decorative statement .. a sculptural focal point that elevates any interior.
Category
Antique 19th Century European Gothic Revival Religious Items
Materials
Bronze
$10,598
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Victorian Cast Iron & Oak Mechanical Folio Dictionary Stand by Geo Flanagan
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This antique Victorian dictionary and bible stand from the late 19th century expertly blends industrial-era mechanics with classic Victorian design.
Category
Antique 19th Century American Late Victorian Music Stands
Materials
Iron
Bible / book stand
Located in BEEKBERGEN, NL
Antique oak book stand with Star of David.
Origin: England
Period: Approx. 1900
Dimensions: 50cm x 38cm x h. 138 Plateau w. 52cm x h. 40cm
Category
Antique Early 1900s Magazine Racks and Stands
Materials
Oak
19th Century English Carved Oak Bible Reading Stand
Located in Staffordshire, GB
19th century English carved oak bible reading stand,
circa 1870.
Carved oak reading stand with adjustable and rotating top mounted on a bobbin turned pedestal.
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century British Music Stands
Materials
Oak
