Adjustable Wooden Artist’s Easel Stand, Late 19th Century European Workshop This freestanding wooden stand is a height-adjustable artist’s easel, designed for supporting drawing boards, small canvases, or sheet music. Its compact proportions and restrained decorative turning suggest practical studio or domestic use rather than academic atelier scale. Date Late 19th century. Style and use Functional wooden artist’s easel or display stand. The structure features twin uprights with multiple adjustment holes, a central sliding support, and a brass wing-nut tightening mechanism allowing precise height and angle control. Condition Solid and stable. Original wooden elements intact. Visible surface wear, patina, and small abrasions consistent with age and use. Brass wing nut present and functional. No structural cracks or modern replacement parts observed. Smaller-scale antique easels are increasingly sought after due to their versatility as both functional tools and interior objects. The presence of an intact original adjustment system and brass hardware supports authenticity. Its compact size makes it suitable for contemporary interiors where large studio easels are impractical. Dimensions Height 63 cm Width 25 cm Depth 15 cm