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Antique Folio Stand, Anglo Indian, Folding Book Rest, Desktop, Victorian, C.1900

$1,004.05
£735
€864.14
CA$1,377.12
A$1,547.79
CHF 806.05
MX$18,824.96
NOK 10,314.38
SEK 9,781.07
DKK 6,449.36
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About the Item

This is an antique folio stand. An Anglo-Indian folding book rest, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900. Compact and distinctive folding rest Displays a desirable aged patina throughout Select teak presents chestnut hues with carved decor Accentuated with charmingly naive birds and foliate roundels Suitable or three or four small titles, ideal for the desktop or coffee table This is an appealing antique folio stand, with carved detail and useful folding nature. Delivered waxed, polished and ready for the home. Dimensions: Max Width: 31cm (12.25'') Max Depth: 13.5cm (5.25'') Max Height: 24.5cm (9.75'') Folded Depth: 3.5cm (1.5'')
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 9.65 in (24.5 cm)Width: 12.21 in (31 cm)Depth: 5.32 in (13.5 cm)
  • Style:
    Late Victorian (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1900
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Presented in very good antique condition.
  • Seller Location:
    Hele, Devon, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 18.88861stDibs: LU2645332268712

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