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Mid-century Italian Chrome Sheet Music Book Stand w/ Reading Light, 5 Available
Mid-century Italian Chrome Sheet Music Book Stand w/ Reading Light, 5 Available

Mid-century Italian Chrome Sheet Music Book Stand w/ Reading Light, 5 Available

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Mid-century Italian-designed chrome sheet music Book stand made from a solid single-piece round tubular frame with attached chrome steel pieces.

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Music Stands

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Victorian Iron and Oak Music / Book Stand
Victorian Iron and Oak Music / Book Stand

Victorian Iron and Oak Music / Book Stand

Located in San Francisco, CA

A wonderful victorian music stand, fully functional. A book or sheet music can be displayed beautifully on this rather rare hand crafted stand.

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Antique Mid-19th Century Music Stands

Materials

Wrought Iron

French Art Nouveau Cast Aluminum Music Book Stand in Gaudi Style, 7 Available
French Art Nouveau Cast Aluminum Music Book Stand in Gaudi Style, 7 Available

French Art Nouveau Cast Aluminum Music Book Stand in Gaudi Style, 7 Available

Located in Van Nuys, CA

French Art Nouveau music sheet & book stand with an organic-inspired sculptural cast metal base and metal sheet music holder.

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Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Music Stands

Materials

Aluminum

Antique Music Book Stand New York 1880's Cast Iron Base Adjustable
Antique Music Book Stand New York 1880's Cast Iron Base Adjustable

Antique Music Book Stand New York 1880's Cast Iron Base Adjustable

Located in Mexico City, CDMX

Offered is this exceptional late 19th-century adjustable music book stand, a beautifully crafted piece that reflects the elegance and quality of Victorian-era musical furnishings pro...

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Antique 1880s American Industrial Bookcases

Materials

Cast Iron

Antique Cast Metal Figural Lyre Shaped Sheet Music or Book Stand
Antique Cast Metal Figural Lyre Shaped Sheet Music or Book Stand

Antique Cast Metal Figural Lyre Shaped Sheet Music or Book Stand

Located in Hamilton, Ontario

This antique book stand is unsigned, but presumed to have originated from the United States and date to approximately 1920 and done in the period style. The stand is composed of a ca...

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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Music Stands

Materials

Metal

Music or Book Stand 19thc American Chippendale Style Mahogany on Tripod Base
Music or Book Stand 19thc American Chippendale Style Mahogany on Tripod Base

Music or Book Stand 19thc American Chippendale Style Mahogany on Tripod Base

By Palmer

Located in Savannah, GA

This unique floor-standing adjustable mahogany stand could accommodate both music or a book. Features include an acanthus leaf motif carved central shaft and knees on a tripod config...

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Antique Early 19th Century American Chippendale Music Stands

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century French Brass Music Stand on Stand with Lyre Motif
Mid-Century French Brass Music Stand on Stand with Lyre Motif

Mid-Century French Brass Music Stand on Stand with Lyre Motif

Located in Dallas, TX

Add a refined decorative accent to a study, music room, or living space with this elegant French music stand, crafted circa 1950.

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Mid-20th Century French Napoleon III Music Stands

Materials

Brass

Faux Bamboo Book/Print Stand
Faux Bamboo Book/Print Stand

Faux Bamboo Book/Print Stand

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A nice edition to a library. Can be used to either display books or art.

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Music Stands

Materials

Metal

19th Century Wrought Iron and Brass Music Stand
19th Century Wrought Iron and Brass Music Stand

19th Century Wrought Iron and Brass Music Stand

Located in Dallas, TX

19th Century Wrought Iron & Brass Music Stand is a splendid example of hand-craftsmanship, with a sturdy (and heavy) forged iron base with tripod legs supporting the solid brass two-...

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Antique Mid-19th Century French Neoclassical Music Stands

Materials

Brass, Wrought Iron

French 19th Century Lutrin - Book Stand
French 19th Century Lutrin - Book Stand

French 19th Century Lutrin - Book Stand

Located in Round Top, TX

A very handsome 19th century French Double Sided Lutrin - Book Stand. Beautifully crafted in iron. To each side of the display area, there are pivoting candle holders. Not only fo...

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Antique Mid-19th Century French Music Stands

Materials

Iron

French 19th Century Turned Oak Book Stand
French 19th Century Turned Oak Book Stand

French 19th Century Turned Oak Book Stand

Located in Baton Rouge, LA

A wonderful music or book stand, made in France towards the end of the 19th century.

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Antique 19th Century French Other Music Stands

Materials

Brass

Early 20th Century French Brass Lectern With Adjustable Book Rests Book Stand
Early 20th Century French Brass Lectern With Adjustable Book Rests Book Stand

Early 20th Century French Brass Lectern With Adjustable Book Rests Book Stand

Located in High Point, NC

Ideal for use as a reading stand, music stand, or decorative display, this lectern brings a distinctive sense of French sophistication and historical charm to libraries, studies, or ...

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Early 20th Century French Music Stands

Materials

Brass

"Vintage Solid Mahogany Handcrafted Music Stand, Adjustable, USA, 1970s"
"Vintage Solid Mahogany Handcrafted Music Stand, Adjustable, USA, 1970s"

"Vintage Solid Mahogany Handcrafted Music Stand, Adjustable, USA, 1970s"

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Vintage solid mahogany handcrafted music stand / book stand, you can easily adjust the angle of the top, the pedestal is strong and sturdy, newly refinished.

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Vintage 1970s American Music Stands

Materials

Wood, Hardwood

Hand-Carved Walnut Adjustable Bookend / Music Stand, 19th Century style, Italy
Hand-Carved Walnut Adjustable Bookend / Music Stand, 19th Century style, Italy

Hand-Carved Walnut Adjustable Bookend / Music Stand, 19th Century style, Italy

Located in Bresso, Lombardy

Made in Italy, 1950s- 1960s. This adjustable music stand /book stand is made of hand-carved walnut with a 19th century style.

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Vintage 1960s Italian Art Nouveau Music Stands

Materials

Walnut

19th Century French Double-Sided Swivel Wrought Iron Music Stand Lectern
19th Century French Double-Sided Swivel Wrought Iron Music Stand Lectern

19th Century French Double-Sided Swivel Wrought Iron Music Stand Lectern

Located in Dallas, TX

Place your Bible or music book on this tall antique stand; crafted in France circa 1880, the Gothic "Lutrin" (French for lectern), stands on a central square stem ending with four sc...

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Antique Late 19th Century French Gothic Music Stands

Materials

Wrought Iron

19th Century Italian Baroque Carved Giltwood Book Stand Holy Bible Holder
19th Century Italian Baroque Carved Giltwood Book Stand Holy Bible Holder

19th Century Italian Baroque Carved Giltwood Book Stand Holy Bible Holder

Located in Dallas, TX

The richly contoured silhouette and gilt accents give the piece a warm, timeworn glow, while the slanted platform provides the perfect angle for displaying a book, cookbook, or music...

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Antique Late 19th Century Italian Baroque Music Stands

Materials

Giltwood

19th Century Italian Baroque Revival Carved and Gilt Lectern or Book Stand
19th Century Italian Baroque Revival Carved and Gilt Lectern or Book Stand

19th Century Italian Baroque Revival Carved and Gilt Lectern or Book Stand

Located in Dallas, TX

Place your Bible on this elegant antique book stand. Crafted in Italy in the late 19th century circa 1880, the sculptural lectern rests on bold scrolled back legs over a shaped and s...

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Antique Late 19th Century Italian Baroque Music Stands

Materials

Paint, Wood

Rare 1920's music/book/lectern stand with storage
Rare 1920's music/book/lectern stand with storage

Rare 1920's music/book/lectern stand with storage

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A beautiful and rare Music/book stand, it is made of solid oakwood, the top is adjustable, I have seen many book/music stand, but never seen with the storage together, the paina of t...

Category

Vintage 1920s North American Bookcases

Materials

Metal

English 19th Century Mahogany Lectern
English 19th Century Mahogany Lectern

English 19th Century Mahogany Lectern

Located in Baton Rouge, LA

In superb condition, this piece has been cleaned and polished with French paste wax and is ready for your immediate use as a lectern, book, or music stand. Be sure to view all the im...

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Antique 19th Century English Victorian Music Stands

Materials

Wood, Mahogany

19th Century French Walnut Hand-Carved Prayer, Book or Music Stand
19th Century French Walnut Hand-Carved Prayer, Book or Music Stand

19th Century French Walnut Hand-Carved Prayer, Book or Music Stand

Located in Sofia, BG

This is an antique French walnut prayer, book or music stand, dating to the late 19th century, circa 1870.

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Antique Late 19th Century French Coat Racks and Stands

Materials

Walnut

French Bamboo Folding Book Rest or Music Stand, Lutrin  This is a charming piece
French Bamboo Folding Book Rest or Music Stand, Lutrin  This is a charming piece

French Bamboo Folding Book Rest or Music Stand, Lutrin This is a charming piece

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

French Bamboo Folding Book Rest or Music Stand, Lutrin This is a charming piece, it is made from bamboo A charming piece and an attractive design it is in excellent condition, not o...

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1990s Arts and Crafts Magazine Racks and Stands

Materials

Bamboo

Vintage Gothic Mahogany Pommy Cross Bible Book Music Stand Lectern Podium 14"
Vintage Gothic Mahogany Pommy Cross Bible Book Music Stand Lectern Podium 14"

Vintage Gothic Mahogany Pommy Cross Bible Book Music Stand Lectern Podium 14"

Located in Dayton, OH

Vintage 20th century carved mahogany table top Bible / book stand / lectern - Gothic inspired styling with a reticulated pommy cross (croix pommée) at the center. Dimensions: 13.75"...

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20th Century Gothic Religious Items

Materials

Mahogany

Vintage Victorian Figured Walnut Canterbury Magazine Rack on Casters with Drawer
Vintage Victorian Figured Walnut Canterbury Magazine Rack on Casters with Drawer

Vintage Victorian Figured Walnut Canterbury Magazine Rack on Casters with Drawer

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Highly decorative walnut Canterbury magazine/book rack/sheet music stand in the Victorian style (ca. late 19th/early 20th Century, England).

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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Magazine Racks and Stands

Materials

Walnut

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Campaign Book or Music Stand
Campaign Book or Music Stand

Campaign Book or Music Stand

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H 8.6 in W 14 in D 11.6 in

Campaign Book or Music Stand

Located in Newcastle Upon Tyne, GB

A 19th century mahogany folding campaign book or music stand. The stand comprises a base panel with a hinged book rest that has a pair of panels that open outwards to give a large...

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Antique 1840s English Music Stands

Materials

Mahogany

Early Wrought Iron Music Book or Stand
Early Wrought Iron Music Book or Stand

Early Wrought Iron Music Book or Stand

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H 54 in W 21 in D 21 in

Early Wrought Iron Music Book or Stand

Located in Santa Rosa, CA

Wonderful old wrought iron music stand or bible stand with great rococo lines.

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Antique 19th Century Music Stands

Materials

Wrought Iron

Spanish Colonial Revival Gold Leaf w/Applique Mirrors Book Stand
Spanish Colonial Revival Gold Leaf w/Applique Mirrors Book Stand

Spanish Colonial Revival Gold Leaf w/Applique Mirrors Book Stand

Located in Nogales, AZ

Spanish colonial revival gold leaf with applique mirrors book stand/lectern.

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Vintage 1950s Peruvian Music Stands

Materials

Gold Leaf

Book Rest
Book Rest

Book Rest

Unavailable

H 11 in W 14.5 in D 13 in

Book Rest

Located in Atlanta, GA

Adjustable painted and gilded Italian book rest

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Antique 19th Century Italian Music Stands

Radiogram Stereo Record Player "The Coffee Table Console Book" (vintage radios)
Radiogram Stereo Record Player "The Coffee Table Console Book" (vintage radios)

Radiogram Stereo Record Player "The Coffee Table Console Book" (vintage radios)

Located in Madison, WI

"The Coffee Table Console Book" Purveyors, Curators, Restorers of fine authentic vintage stereo consoles from all around the world. Featuring fine furniture restorers and electronic...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Music Stands

Materials

Paper

Radiogram Stereo Record Player "The Coffee Table Console Book" (vintage radios)
Radiogram Stereo Record Player "The Coffee Table Console Book" (vintage radios)

Radiogram Stereo Record Player "The Coffee Table Console Book" (vintage radios)

Located in Madison, WI

"The Coffee Table Console Book" Purveyors, Curators, Restorers of fine authentic vintage stereo consoles from all around the world. Featuring fine furniture restorers and electronic...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Music Stands

Materials

Paper

Radiogram Stereo Record Player "The Coffee Table Console Book" (vintage radios)
Radiogram Stereo Record Player "The Coffee Table Console Book" (vintage radios)

Radiogram Stereo Record Player "The Coffee Table Console Book" (vintage radios)

Located in Madison, WI

"The Coffee Table Console Book" Purveyors, Curators, Restorers of fine authentic vintage stereo consoles from all around the world. Featuring fine furniture restorers and electronic...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Music Stands

Materials

Paper

Radiogram Stereo Record Player "The Coffee Table Console Book" (vintage radios)
Radiogram Stereo Record Player "The Coffee Table Console Book" (vintage radios)

Radiogram Stereo Record Player "The Coffee Table Console Book" (vintage radios)

Located in Madison, WI

"The Coffee Table Console Book" Purveyors, Curators, Restorers of fine authentic vintage stereo consoles from all around the world. Featuring fine furniture restorers and electronic...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Music Stands

Materials

Paper

Arts & Crafts Movement Étagère in the Manner of Eastlake
Arts & Crafts Movement Étagère in the Manner of Eastlake

Arts & Crafts Movement Étagère in the Manner of Eastlake

By Charles Locke Eastlake

Located in Edenbridge, Kent

A fine quality étagère in the manner of Eastlake Top tier lifts to create a book, music or writing stand Oak, late 19th century.

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Antique Late 19th Century English Arts and Crafts Music Stands

Materials

Oak

Edwardian Mahogany Folio Stand
Edwardian Mahogany Folio Stand

Edwardian Mahogany Folio Stand

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H 33 in W 17 in D 9 in

Edwardian Mahogany Folio Stand

Located in Altrincham, Cheshire

Edwardian mahogany combination sheet music and book folio stand with two hinged sides over a small book rack 17" x 9" x 33"h

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Antique Early 1900s English Edwardian Magazine Racks and Stands

Materials

Mahogany

English Music / Book Stand in Elm, Circa 1880
English Music / Book Stand in Elm, Circa 1880

English Music / Book Stand in Elm, Circa 1880

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A pedestal base music stand with adjustable slant top.

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Antique 19th Century English Music Stands

19th Century English Music or Book Stand
19th Century English Music or Book Stand

19th Century English Music or Book Stand

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H 43.5 in W 17 in D 17 in

19th Century English Music or Book Stand

Located in San Francisco, CA

Unusual burled walnut and rosewood music book stand. England, mid-19th century. 32.5 at lowest and 43.5 at highest.

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Antique 19th Century British Music Stands

Materials

Walnut, Rosewood

French 1920's Brass Revolving Book / Music Stand
French 1920's Brass Revolving Book / Music Stand

French 1920's Brass Revolving Book / Music Stand

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H 49.41 in W 15.36 in D 12.21 in

French 1920's Brass Revolving Book / Music Stand

Located in Southampton, GB

French Revolving Brass Music / Book Stand. Perfect for displaying a book at home or front of house in a commercial setting.

Category

Early 20th Century French Music Stands

Materials

Brass

19th Century Italian Book or Music Stand
19th Century Italian Book or Music Stand

19th Century Italian Book or Music Stand

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H 43 in W 17 in D 12.75 in

19th Century Italian Book or Music Stand

Located in Sheffield, MA

Antique oak music stand has five slots for adjusting the angle of the sheet music rack, which is supported by a classical column -- leaf capital, shaft, base included -- which sits o...

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Antique 19th Century Italian Other Music Stands

Materials

Oak

French Cherrywood Book Rest or Music Stand, Lutrin
French Cherrywood Book Rest or Music Stand, Lutrin

French Cherrywood Book Rest or Music Stand, Lutrin

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

French cherrywood book rest or music stand, Lutrin. This is a charming piece, it is made in solid cherrywood and dates from the end of the 19th Century .

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Arts and Crafts Music Stands

Materials

Cherry

English mahogany music or book stand by Howard & Sons
English mahogany music or book stand by Howard & Sons

English mahogany music or book stand by Howard & Sons

Located in San Francisco, CA

An English mahogany music or book stand, the adjustable top over 3 downswept legs joined with a shelf ending in casters.

Category

Antique 19th Century English Music Stands

Materials

Mahogany

Good Large French Oak Book Rest or Music Stand, Lutrin
Good Large French Oak Book Rest or Music Stand, Lutrin

Good Large French Oak Book Rest or Music Stand, Lutrin

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

Good Large French Oak Book Rest or Music Stand, Lutrin This is a good honest piece, it is made in solid Oak and dates from the end of the 19th Century.

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Antique 19th Century French Provincial Music Stands

Materials

Oak

Rustic French Wrought Iron Book or Music Stand Early 20th Century
Rustic French Wrought Iron Book or Music Stand Early 20th Century

Rustic French Wrought Iron Book or Music Stand Early 20th Century

Located in Vancouver, British Columbia

A unique, rustic French wrought iron book or music stand; early 20th century.

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Early 20th Century French Music Stands

Vintage and Rare 1970s Adjustable Wooden Tripod Book or Music Stand
Vintage and Rare 1970s Adjustable Wooden Tripod Book or Music Stand

Vintage and Rare 1970s Adjustable Wooden Tripod Book or Music Stand

Located in Lisse, NL

Stylish and practical, midcentury design music stand. Music or book stands from the midcentury era are a rare find.

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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Music Stands

Materials

Wood

Antique 1895 Adjustable Cast Iron & Oak Bible Dictionary Book Music Stand Holder
Antique 1895 Adjustable Cast Iron & Oak Bible Dictionary Book Music Stand Holder

Antique 1895 Adjustable Cast Iron & Oak Bible Dictionary Book Music Stand Holder

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Antique 1895 adjustable cast iron and oak book music stand. Item features cast iron adjustable base, cast iron mechanics, solid oakwood "shelves", circa 1895.

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Antique 1890s British Victorian Music Stands

Materials

Iron

1883 Antique Victorian Cast Iron Quartersawn Oak Music Book Bible Lectern Stand
1883 Antique Victorian Cast Iron Quartersawn Oak Music Book Bible Lectern Stand

1883 Antique Victorian Cast Iron Quartersawn Oak Music Book Bible Lectern Stand

Located in Dayton, OH

Antique 19th century Victorian adjustable book stand or library lectern featuring ornate wrought iron pedestal base and quartersawn oak book holder. New York, circa 1880s. Measure...

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Antique 1880s Victorian Music Stands

Materials

Iron

1895 Antique Josiah Anstice Columbia Dictionary Stand Iron Oak Music Book Bible
1895 Antique Josiah Anstice Columbia Dictionary Stand Iron Oak Music Book Bible

1895 Antique Josiah Anstice Columbia Dictionary Stand Iron Oak Music Book Bible

Located in Dayton, OH

Antique adjustable Columbia Dictionary library stand by Josiah Anstice & Co of Rochester New York featuring ornate wrought iron pedestal base and quartersawn oak book holder. Circa 1...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Music Stands

Materials

Iron

Antique Table or Piano Top Music Stand, Mahogany, Lectern, Book Rest, circa 1880
Antique Table or Piano Top Music Stand, Mahogany, Lectern, Book Rest, circa 1880

Antique Table or Piano Top Music Stand, Mahogany, Lectern, Book Rest, circa 1880

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique table or piano top music stand. An English, mahogany lectern, book rest dating to the late 19th century, circa 1880.

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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Music Stands

Materials

Mahogany

English Regency Mahogany Music or Book Stand with Candle Swing Arms, 1830's
English Regency Mahogany Music or Book Stand with Candle Swing Arms, 1830's

English Regency Mahogany Music or Book Stand with Candle Swing Arms, 1830's

Located in Ft. Lauderdale, FL

This Regency adjustable mahogany music stand may also be used as a library stand to hold a decorative open book.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Regency Music Stands

Materials

Brass

Antique Table or Piano Top Music Stand, Mahogany, Lectern, Book Rest, circa 1880
Antique Table or Piano Top Music Stand, Mahogany, Lectern, Book Rest, circa 1880

Antique Table or Piano Top Music Stand, Mahogany, Lectern, Book Rest, circa 1880

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique table or piano top music stand. An English, mahogany lectern, book rest dating to the late 19th century, circa 1880.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Music Stands

Materials

Mahogany

Early 19th Century Music stand
Early 19th Century Music stand

Early 19th Century Music stand

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H 35.44 in W 20.48 in D 16.54 in

Early 19th Century Music stand

Located in Eindhoven, NL

Beautiful antique mahogany music stand / book stand in perfect and original condition.

Category

Antique Early 1800s British Music Stands

Materials

Walnut

Industrial Lectern, Book Stand, Maitre D Stand
Industrial Lectern, Book Stand, Maitre D Stand

Industrial Lectern, Book Stand, Maitre D Stand

Located in New York, NY

Adjustable lectern, suitable for use as a Maitre D stand, or music stand, probably vintage US Army Surplus.

Category

Vintage 1940s American Industrial Music Stands

Materials

Iron, Steel

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Music Book Stand For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the music book stand you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Each music book stand for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, metal and oak. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect music book stand — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. A music book stand, designed in the Victorian, Baroque or Mid-Century Modern style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. Charles B. Cobb each produced at least one beautiful music book stand that is worth considering.

Finding the Right Music-stands for You

Musicians are well acquainted with the practical uses for a vintage, new or antique music stand, which typically consists of a flat, inclined surface that is elevated upon a freestanding column or tripod for the purposes of reading sheet music. Music stands are often lightweight and mobile and may also be adjustable in height as well as with respect to the angle at which the platform is tilted.

Prior to purchasing a music stand, consider the function you intend it to serve. While musicians will primarily use it in the room where their musical instruments are kept in order to read music while honing their craft, will you use it for another purpose?

An antique music stand can be used in a home office to keep a heavy reference book, such as a dictionary, open alongside your desk as you work. Alternatively, in a living room, an old music stand can be an elegant surface against which you can lean a work of art such as a painting or a photograph for prominent display. For decorative purposes or for a musician whose rehearsal space isn’t tied to a specific room, music stands made from a lightweight material are better for portability. But if you’re interested in a stand produced in a heavier material, it will create a bold statement but will likely need to stay in roughly the same place.

Metal music stands are common because they’re fairly lightweight. They are intended to be practical and easily transported to different venues. Some wood music stands are also lightweight. Depending upon the time period, furniture designer and manufacturer, an antique wood music stand might be supported by an alluring triangular plinth base and can sometimes bear decoratively carved embellishments as well as brass arms with candleholders.

On 1stDibs, find a collection of vintage, new and antique music stands as well as other kinds of stands and storage cabinets that can support your efforts to keep your media and creative pursuits neat and orderly in your home.

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