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Wooden bookstand from circa 1950–1960 in Art Deco style, made from dark polished brown wood, adjustable and collapsible, with dimensions 22 cm high, 37.5 cm wide, 28.5 cm deep and weighing 1.3 kg, origin Europe, in good used condition with minor signs of age.
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Description from the seller
Beautiful handcrafted wooden bookstand, also known as a lectern or reading stand.
This type of stand was traditionally used for reading large books such as Bibles, music collections, cookbooks, or textbooks.
The stand is adjustable to various tilt angles thanks to the wooden support strip at the back.
The front has a raised edge to keep the book or paper in place.
Executed in dark polished wood with a warm patina and light wear appropriate for use and age.
The stand can be fully folded for compact storage.
Symbolic meaning
In many cultures, a bookstand symbolizes wisdom, knowledge, and study.
Especially the classic wooden lectern refers to serious reading, religious use, and concentration.
A decorative yet practical object for interior spaces, library, studio, or music room.
Condition
Good used condition
Light scratches and signs of use.
Normal patina due to age.
The mechanism works fine.
No fractures.
Dimensions
Height: 22 cm.
Width: 37.5 cm.
Depth: 28.5 cm.
Weight: 1.3 kg.
The lot is carefully packaged and sent by registered mail, insured, with a track-and-trace number.
Collection after consultation is also possible.
Beautiful handcrafted wooden bookstand, also known as a lectern or reading stand.
This type of stand was traditionally used for reading large books such as Bibles, music collections, cookbooks, or textbooks.
The stand is adjustable to various tilt angles thanks to the wooden support strip at the back.
The front has a raised edge to keep the book or paper in place.
Executed in dark polished wood with a warm patina and light wear appropriate for use and age.
The stand can be fully folded for compact storage.
Symbolic meaning
In many cultures, a bookstand symbolizes wisdom, knowledge, and study.
Especially the classic wooden lectern refers to serious reading, religious use, and concentration.
A decorative yet practical object for interior spaces, library, studio, or music room.
Condition
Good used condition
Light scratches and signs of use.
Normal patina due to age.
The mechanism works fine.
No fractures.
Dimensions
Height: 22 cm.
Width: 37.5 cm.
Depth: 28.5 cm.
Weight: 1.3 kg.
The lot is carefully packaged and sent by registered mail, insured, with a track-and-trace number.
Collection after consultation is also possible.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Weight
1.3 kg
Title additional information
Adjustable
Country of Origin
Europe
Material
Wood
Style
Art Deco
Colour
Brown
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
22 cm
Width
37.5 cm
Depth
28.5 cm
Estimated Period
1950-1960
