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Victorian Ebony and Brass Extending Book Rest
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Victorian Ebony and Brass Extending Book Rest

19th century
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Description

An attractive wooden ebony finish and brass extending book slide that dates to around 1890

In lovely original condition with a black polished waxed finish with brass fretwork on its sides

It measures 13 inches long ( extending to 22 inches) 5 inches deep and 6 inches high

An attractive item that would make a great gift for a book lover

Delivery to the UK is free, if you require a price to ship overseas ….. please contact me for a quote

Physical Dimensions
Height
15cm (5.91")
Width
33cm (12.99")
Depth
13cm (5.12")
Declaration

Past to Present has dated this Victorian Ebony Book Rest to the Victorian era.

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SA1124291
Dealers Internal Reference
AB/2025/02/239
Dealers Notes

All my items are sold with a full refund policy if you are not completely satisfied with your purchase

Alternatively you are welcome to view any item prior to purchase……we are based in Wrexham North Wales

Description
An attractive wooden ebony finish and brass extending book slide that dates to around 1890

In lovely original condition with a black polished waxed finish with brass fretwork on its sides

It measures 13 inches long ( extending to 22 inches) 5 inches deep and 6 inches high

An attractive item that would make a great gift for a book lover

Delivery to the UK is free, if you require a price to ship overseas ….. please contact me for a quote

Height
15cm (5.91")
Width
33cm (12.99")
Depth
13cm (5.12")
Date of Manufacture

Past to Present has dated this Victorian Ebony Book Rest to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1124291
Dealers Internal Ref
AB/2025/02/239
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Sellingantiques verified Since Feb 2022
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Archive I A Victorian black ebony extending book rest featuring hinged end supports decorated with ornate pierced brass strapwork.

Victorian Ebony and Brass Extending Book Rest

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A Victorian black ebony extending book rest featuring hinged end supports decorated with ornate pierced brass strapwork.
Victorian ebony and brass extending book rest
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A Victorian black ebony extending book rest featuring hinged end supports decorated with ornate pierced brass strapwork.
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An extending book slide is an adjustable desktop accessory developed during the nineteenth century to hold a flexible number of books. Featuring hinged end supports and a sliding wooden base mechanism, these items expand or contract to keep volumes upright.

Victorian book slides were crafted from dense hardwoods such as ebony, walnut, mahogany, or rosewood. Decorative mounts frequently feature cast, engraved, or pierced brass strapwork secured with small brass rivets.

Authentic nineteenth-century examples exhibit hand-assembled sliding runners, dovetail joinery, and patinated brass fittings. Look for natural wear along the sliding mechanism and smooth underside surfaces consistent with desktop usage.

Position the piece on an office desk, console table, or shelving unit to display leather-bound books or reference volumes. The combination of dark timber and metallic brass detailing pairs with both classical library interiors and minimalist schemes.

Dust the item regularly with a dry, soft lint-free cloth. Avoid applying abrasive chemical cleaners, which can harm the wood finish or strip the natural oxidisation from decorative brass mounts.
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