antique carved folio stand, burmese, teak, gentleman's newspaper rack, victorian

Our Stock # 18.8560

This is an antique carved folio stand. A Burmese, teak 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, delivered 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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Antique Carved Folio Stand, Burmese, Teak, Gentleman's Newspaper Rack, Victorian

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