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Antique Adjustable Reading Table, English, Lectern, Recital Stand, William IV
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Antique Adjustable Reading Table, English, Lectern, Recital Stand, William IV

19th century
Description

This is an antique adjustable reading table. An English, mahogany event lectern or recital stand, dating to the William IV period, circa 1835.

Exceptional and fascinating reading table of the finest quality

Displays a desirable aged patina and in good order throughout

Select stocks show fine grain interest and wonderful warm caramel hues

Adjustable for height and reading angle, ideal for an institution

Wide top surface presents beautifully, with removable paper rest

Gently chamfered corners aids comfort when reading

Set upon a ratchet, the rest can adjust to approximately 85 degrees vertical

Elegant turned release removes the locking pins to the height riser

Offers six stops of adjustment, situated within an inset metal bracket

Risers concealed within striking gadrooned legs, gently tapering to the feet

Pair of shaped trestle feet with bulbous scrolled toes

The stand riding gently upon a quartet of blind castors

This is a dashing antique adjustable reading table, graced with striking forms and quality craftsmanship. Of superb proportion and function. Solid joints and construction, delivered waxed, polished and ready for the home or institution.

Dimensions:

Max Width: 92cm (36.25'')

Max Depth: 44cm (17.25'')

Lowered Height: 81.5cm (32'')

Raised Height - Rest Lowered: 94cm (37'')

Raised Height - Rest Upright: 132cm (52'')

Physical Dimensions
Height
81.5cm (32.09")
Width
92cm (36.22")
Depth
44cm (17.32")
Declaration

London Fine Antiques has dated this piece to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA974600
Dealers Internal Reference
18.9147
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Description
This is an antique adjustable reading table. An English, mahogany event lectern or recital stand, dating to the William IV period, circa 1835.

Exceptional and fascinating reading table of the finest quality

fig 1. Antique Adjustable Reading Table, English, Lectern, Recital Stand, William IV
fig 1. Antique Adjustable Reading Table, English, Lectern, Recital Stand, William IV

Displays a desirable aged patina and in good order throughout

Select stocks show fine grain interest and wonderful warm caramel hues

Adjustable for height and reading angle, ideal for an institution

Wide top surface presents beautifully, with removable paper rest

fig 2. Antique Adjustable Reading Table, English, Lectern, Recital Stand, William IV
fig 2. Antique Adjustable Reading Table, English, Lectern, Recital Stand, William IV

Gently chamfered corners aids comfort when reading

Set upon a ratchet, the rest can adjust to approximately 85 degrees vertical

Elegant turned release removes the locking pins to the height riser

Offers six stops of adjustment, situated within an inset metal bracket

fig 3. Antique Adjustable Reading Table, English, Lectern, Recital Stand, William IV
fig 3. Antique Adjustable Reading Table, English, Lectern, Recital Stand, William IV

Risers concealed within striking gadrooned legs, gently tapering to the feet

Pair of shaped trestle feet with bulbous scrolled toes

The stand riding gently upon a quartet of blind castors

This is a dashing antique adjustable reading table, graced with striking forms and quality craftsmanship.
London Fine Antiques

Of superb proportion and function. Solid joints and construction, delivered waxed, polished and ready for the home or institution.

Dimensions:

Max Width: 92cm (36.25'')

Max Depth: 44cm (17.25'')

Lowered Height: 81.5cm (32'')

Raised Height - Rest Lowered: 94cm (37'')

Raised Height - Rest Upright: 132cm (52'')

Height
81.5cm (32.09")
Width
92cm (36.22")
Depth
44cm (17.32")
Date of Manufacture

London Fine Antiques has dated this piece to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA974600
Dealers Internal Ref
18.9147
London Fine Antiques
London Fine Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Oct 2010

Fine antiques curated in england and sold worldwide

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Antique Adjustable Reading Table, English, Lectern, Recital Stand, William IV
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