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19th Century American Neo-Gothic Oak Church Altar Temple Lectern Book Stand

$3,000
£2,277.97
€2,605.03
CA$4,191.44
A$4,661.79
CHF 2,434.24
MX$56,729.03
NOK 31,088.99
SEK 29,155.99
DKK 19,442.34
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About the Item

A monumental antique Victorian Gothic Revival carved oak church altar / synagogue lectern / book stand podium. Hand-crafted in the 19th century, having a sloped book-rest to the top with three Star of David religious symbol carvings, rising on a substantial quadripartite base with octagonal column pedestal and decorative pierced trefoils supports. The lectern is mounted with a later metal plaque dedication, engraved "The gift of Mrs. WJ Smith, To The Glory Of God and In Memory Of Her Father, November 3rd 1917" Dimensions: (approx) 56" High, 21.5" Wide, 21.5" Deep Writing slope top: 20" x 16" Good original unrestored antique condition with highly desirable heavily worn warm rustic distressed patina. Heavy wear consistent with age and indicative of moderate use. Age related splitting. Strong, sturdy, stable, and heavy-duty.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 56 in (142.24 cm)Width: 21.5 in (54.61 cm)Depth: 21.5 in (54.61 cm)
  • Style:
    Gothic Revival (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1860
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor fading. Good original unrestored antique condition with highly desirable heavily worn warm rustic distressed patina. Heavy wear consistent with age and indicative of moderate use. Age related splitting. Strong, sturdy, stable, and heavy-duty.
  • Seller Location:
    Forney, TX
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU5977234378272

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