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Vintage Extending Book Slide, Anglo Indian, Adjustable Bookrest, Art Deco, 1940

About the Item

This is a vintage extending book slide. An Anglo-Indian, mahogany adjustable bookrest, dating to the late Art Deco period, circa 1940. Fascinatingly distinctive book rest with unusual forms Displays a desirable aged patina and in good original order Select stocks show deep caramel hues throughout Ends raise to the upright position with a rustic fence post motif Extends to each end, providing more storage for favoured titles Dressed to the base with protective leather cushioning This is a distinctive vintage extending book slide, with an unusual form and extendable at both ends to fit more books as required. Delivered ready to display. Dimensions: Standard Width: 34cm (13.5'') Standard Depth: 14cm (5.5'') Standard Height: 15cm (6'') Extended Width: 54cm (21.25'') Standard Internal Width: 31.5cm (12.5'') Extended Internal Width: 51cm (20'')
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 5.91 in (15 cm)Width: 13.39 in (34 cm)Depth: 5.52 in (14 cm)
  • Style:
    Art Deco (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1940
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Presented in very good vintage condition.
  • Seller Location:
    Hele, Devon, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 243461stDibs: LU2645339723432

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