Vintage Carved Book Slide, Balinese, Hardwood, Library Stand, Mid Century, 1960
Our Stock # 18.8736
This is a vintage carved book slide. A Balinese, hardwood library stand, dating to the mid 20th century, circa 1960.
- Fantastic mid-century exotic book slide with striking carved figures
- Displays a desirable aged patina and in good order
- Hardwood rich in russet hues throughout
- Enthusiastically carved with foliate and scrolled patterns
- Prominent carved figures adorn each folding slide
- They depict Rama's wife Sita, from the Ramayana story in Hinduism
- Each slide folds upon a pair of small brass stabilisers
- The reverse carved with a delicate flower head over pierced fretwork
- Manually operated slide glides smoothly to its maximum width
- Accommodates books within a 34.5cm to 60cm range (13.5" and 23.5")
- Tiered plinth base dressed with quality green baize below
This is a delightful vintage carved book slide, with distinctive deity figures. Offering appeal to bibliophiles and collectors, delivered polished and ready to display.
Dimensions:
Standard Width: 48.5cm (19'')
Max Depth: 13.5cm (5.25'')
Max Height: 20.5cm (8'')
Extended Width: 75.5cm (29.75'')
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