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What is a painter’s stand called?
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A painter's stand is called an easel. Reportedly, the name traces back to the late 16th- and early 17th-century Dutch word "ezel," which refers to a donkey. There are two possible reasons why this word became the name of an artist's stand. The first is that donkeys were commonly used to haul objects, much like an easel holds an artist's supply. Another possibility is that in English, a supporting frame was sometimes referred to as a horse. The Dutch may have drawn inspiration from this tradition and chosen the word for a donkey to describe the frame that supports an artist's canvas and paints. On 1stDibs, find a range of easels.
1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
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Antique Late 19th Century French Easels
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Bronze cranking handle.
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Antique Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Easels
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Located in Brooklyn, NY
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Located in Lisse, NL
Excellent condition, richly detailed, and exceptionally elegant picture stand.
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