This is an antique carved folio stand. A Burmese, mahogany folding gentleman''s newspaper rack, dating to the early Victorian period, circa 1850.
Excellent craftsmanship with striking carved detail
Displays a desirable aged patina and in superb order
Select stocks show fine grain interest and deep russet hues
Enthusiastically decorated with skilful carvings and delicate fretwork
Prominent top rail presenting a pair of elephants framed with decorative finials
Fascia host chased foliate patterns, the fall front with a seated deity relief holding the fronds
Shaped fall articulates downwards, held securely with a brass chain stay
Pierced fretwork brackets add a distinguished touch to the lower stand
Raised upon splayed square section legs to each corner
The whole folds away for ease of carriage in the campaign manner
This is a superb antique carved folio stand, with exceptional craftsmanship to the heavily decorated frame. Solid joints and construction, del
...ivered waxed, polished and ready for the home.
Dimensions:
Max Width: 34cm (13.5'''')
Closed Depth: 47cm (18.5'''')
Extended Depth: 53.5cm (21'''')
Max Height: 63cm (24.75'''')
Folded Width: 34cm (13.5'''')
Folded Depth: 6cm (2.25'''')
Folded Height: 65.5cm (25.75'''')
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Our Ref: 18.8560
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Antique ID Number (AIDN): SA915581
Dateline of this antique is 1850
Height is 63cm (24.8inches)Width is 34cm (13.4inches)Depth is 53.5cm (21.1inches)
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