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What is a reading stand?
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A reading stand is a stand to position the book or any reading material in an orthopedically upright position for reading. It’s meant for comfortable reading. The stopper at the end holds the reading material in a way that it doesn’t slip off. It helps ensure that you maintain a good posture while you are reading. Find a collection of antique and vintage reading stands on 1stDibs today.
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
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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
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century British Music Stands
Materials
Oak
Bruno Mathsson Reading Stand Produced by Karl Mathsson in Värnamo, Sweden
By Bruno Mathsson
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Very rare reading stand with light designed by Bruno Mathsson. Produced by Karl Mathsson in Värnamo
Category
Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Magazine Racks and Stands
Materials
Brass, Steel
Victorian Brass / iron & Oak Reading stand
By J Foot & Son
Located in Dereham, GB
Victorian Reading Stand, with Oak Lectern,
Slides up & down brass pole.
Wrought iron twist bottom
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Tables
Materials
Brass, Iron
$709 Sale Price
20% Off
Victorian Walnut Adjustable Reading Stand
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Victorian walnut adjustable reading stand
This is a very beautiful and versatile piece, the
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Regency Side Tables
Materials
Walnut
George III Mahogany Reading Stand
Located in Essex, MA
With rectangular hinged adjustable top over a turned support and candleholder, tripartite cabriole legs and pad feet.
Category
Antique 1760s English George III Music Stands
Materials
Mahogany
French Gothic Pine Reading Stand, Greeting Station, Greeter
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
French Gothic Pine Reading Stand, Greeting Station, Greeter
An Original French Reading stand, this
Category
Antique 1880s Gothic Desks
Materials
Pine
