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Antique Extending Book Slide, English, Coromandel, Novel Rest, Regency, C.1830
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Antique Extending Book Slide, English, Coromandel, Novel Rest, Regency, C.1830

19th century
Description

This is an antique extending book slide. An English, coromandel novel rest dating to the Regency period, circa 1830. A piece of both practical function and refined elegance, it is a superb addition to any home library or reading nook.

Crafted from select coromandel, displaying fine grain interest and wisps of natural colour

Sliding base extends accommodation from approximately 10 books to 16 with ease

Demi-lune end panels with gently curved form offer both stability and style

Ends accentuated with eye-catching lustre detail, enhancing its decorative appeal

Compact yet versatile – perfect for novels, reference works, or poetry collections

Presented in good antique order, with light, sympathetic ageing to the finish

This Regency coromandel extending book rest is a charming and practical library accessory, ideal for period interiors, collectors of fine stationery, or lovers of antique book furniture. Delivered ready for the home.

Dimensions:

Standard Width: 35cm (13.75'')

Standard Depth: 14.5cm (5.75'')

Standard Height: 17cm (6.75'')

Extended Width: 56.5cm (22.25'')

Extended Depth: 14.5cm (5.75'')

Extended Height: 17cm (6.75'')

Standard Interior Width: 30cm (11.75'')

Extended Interior Width: 51.5cm (20.25'')

Physical Dimensions
Height
17cm (6.69")
Width
35cm (13.78")
Depth
14.5cm (5.71")
Declaration

London Fine Antiques has dated this Regency Coromandel Book Slide to the Regency era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1168114
Dealers Internal Reference
25483
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Description
This is an antique extending book slide. An English, coromandel novel rest dating to the Regency period, circa 1830.
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A piece of both practical function and refined elegance, it is a superb addition to any home library or reading nook.
London Fine Antiques
fig 1. An antique Regency coromandel wood extending book slide featuring mother-of-pearl inlay and brass stud detailing on folding arched ends.
fig 1. Antique Extending Book Slide, English, Coromandel, Novel Rest, Regency, C.1830

Crafted from select coromandel, displaying fine grain interest and wisps of natural colour

Sliding base extends accommodation from approximately 10 books to 16 with ease

Demi-lune end panels with gently curved form offer both stability and style

fig 2. An antique Regency coromandel wood extending book slide featuring mother-of-pearl inlay and brass stud detailing on folding arched ends.
fig 2. Antique Extending Book Slide, English, Coromandel, Novel Rest, Regency, C.1830

Ends accentuated with eye-catching lustre detail, enhancing its decorative appeal

Compact yet versatile – perfect for novels, reference works, or poetry collections

Presented in good antique order, with light, sympathetic ageing to the finish

fig 3. An antique Regency coromandel wood extending book slide featuring mother-of-pearl inlay and brass stud detailing on folding arched ends.
fig 3. Antique Extending Book Slide, English, Coromandel, Novel Rest, Regency, C.1830

This Regency coromandel extending book rest is a charming and practical library accessory, ideal for period interiors, collectors of fine stationery, or lovers of antique book furniture. Delivered ready for the home.

fig 4. An antique Regency coromandel wood extending book slide featuring mother-of-pearl inlay and brass stud detailing on folding arched ends.
fig 4. Antique Extending Book Slide, English, Coromandel, Novel Rest, Regency, C.1830

Dimensions:

Standard Width: 35cm (13.75'')

Standard Depth: 14.5cm (5.75'')

Standard Height: 17cm (6.75'')

Extended Width: 56.5cm (22.25'')

Extended Depth: 14.5cm (5.75'')

Extended Height: 17cm (6.75'')

Standard Interior Width: 30cm (11.75'')

Extended Interior Width: 51.5cm (20.25'')

Height
17cm (6.69")
Width
35cm (13.78")
Depth
14.5cm (5.71")
Date of Manufacture

London Fine Antiques has dated this Regency Coromandel Book Slide to the Regency era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1168114
Dealers Internal Ref
25483
London Fine Antiques
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Antique Extending Book Slide, English, Coromandel, Novel Rest, Regency, C.1830

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An antique Regency coromandel wood extending book slide featuring mother-of-pearl inlay and brass stud detailing on folding arched ends.
Antique Extending Book Slide, English, Coromandel, Novel Rest, Regency, C.1830
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An antique Regency coromandel wood extending book slide featuring mother-of-pearl inlay and brass stud detailing on folding arched ends.
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FAQs

An antique book slide is an adjustable desktop rack designed to hold a small selection of books securely between two upright ends. They became increasingly popular during the Regency and Victorian eras as personal libraries expanded.

High-grade hardwoods such as coromandel, rosewood, and mahogany were typically paired with brass sliding mechanisms or hinges. Decorative embellishments often included mother-of-pearl inlays, brass studding, or fine marquetry work.

Look for original brass hinges, hand-cut joints, or tongue-and-groove sliding tracks beneath the base. Authentic period pieces also display natural oxidisation on metalwork and characteristic wear along the sliding channel from historic use.

Place the book slide on a study desk, console table, or sideboard to display a curated collection of cloth-bound or leather books. Its rich timber tones and detailed inlay add depth and historical texture to contemporary home offices.

Dust the timber regularly with a soft, lint-free cloth and apply a microcrystalline wax sparingly to preserve the dark grain. Avoid placing the item in direct sunlight or damp environments, as atmospheric changes can cause mother-of-pearl inlays to lift.
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