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Antique Ornithologist's Book Rest, English Pine Bookslide, Bird Motif, Victorian
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Antique Ornithologist's Book Rest, English Pine Bookslide, Bird Motif, Victorian

19th century
Description

This is an antique ornithologist's book rest. An English, stained pine bookslide with bird motif, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900.

A delightful Victorian treat for the bird-loving reader

Displays a desirable aged patina and in good order

Crafted from stained pine, with deep caramel hues

Folding ends host a charming painted study of birds

Internal width of 33cm (13'') - ideal for 8-10 favourite titles

This is a charming antique ornithologist's book rest, with pleasingly accentuated ends depicting small birds. Delivered ready to display.

Dimensions:

Max Width: 36cm (14.25'')

Max Depth: 14cm (5.5'')

Max Height: 15.5cm (6'')

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Our Ref: 24402

Physical Dimensions
Height
15.5cm (6.10")
Width
36cm (14.17")
Depth
14cm (5.51")
Declaration

London Fine Antiques has dated this Victorian Pine Book Slide to the Victorian era.

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SA1076201
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24402
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Description
This is an antique ornithologist's book rest. An English, stained pine bookslide with bird motif, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900.

A delightful Victorian treat for the bird-loving reader

fig 1. Victorian pine sliding book rest featuring arched folding ends, brass hinges, and a hand-painted bird motif on a branch.
fig 1. Antique Ornithologist's Book Rest, English Pine Bookslide, Bird Motif, Victorian

Displays a desirable aged patina and in good order

Crafted from stained pine, with deep caramel hues

Folding ends host a charming painted study of birds

Internal width of 33cm (13'') - ideal for 8-10 favourite titles

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This is a charming antique ornithologist's book rest, with pleasingly accentuated ends depicting small birds.
London Fine Antiques

Delivered ready to display.

fig 2. Victorian pine sliding book rest featuring arched folding ends, brass hinges, and a hand-painted bird motif on a branch.
fig 2. Antique Ornithologist's Book Rest, English Pine Bookslide, Bird Motif, Victorian

Dimensions:

Max Width: 36cm (14.25'')

Max Depth: 14cm (5.5'')

Max Height: 15.5cm (6'')

We offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee with all of our antiques.

We ship worldwide with professional packing and attractive rates – please send us your post / zip code and country for a quote.

fig 3. Victorian pine sliding book rest featuring arched folding ends, brass hinges, and a hand-painted bird motif on a branch.
fig 3. Antique Ornithologist's Book Rest, English Pine Bookslide, Bird Motif, Victorian

Free delivery to most of the U.K. – Please send us your post code for confirmation.

Deliveries taking on average ten working days to arrive at your door from receipt of payment.

Please contact us if you require any further information - we are here to help.

Our Ref: 24402

Height
15.5cm (6.10")
Width
36cm (14.17")
Depth
14cm (5.51")
Date of Manufacture

London Fine Antiques has dated this Victorian Pine Book Slide to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1076201
Dealers Internal Ref
24402
London Fine Antiques
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Fine antiques curated in england and sold worldwide

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Victorian pine sliding book rest featuring arched folding ends, brass hinges, and a hand-painted bird motif on a branch.
Antique Ornithologist's Book Rest, English Pine Bookslide, Bird Motif, Victorian
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Popularised in the 19th century, a book slide is an adjustable desktop accessory designed to hold a variable number of books neatly between two upright, often hinged, end supports.

They were commonly crafted from timbers such as mahogany, walnut, rosewood, or pine, often featuring brass hinges and decorative elements like hand-painted panels or marquetry.

Authentic pieces typically exhibit original brass hardware, signs of hand construction such as slotted screws or hand-cut hinges, and natural patination across the timber.

Position a book slide on a study desk, sideboard, or console table to display a curated collection of hardbacks while adding warm timber tones to the space.

Keep the timber away from direct heat sources to prevent warping, polish periodically with a high-grade beeswax, and avoid abrasive cleaners on painted panels.
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