Vintage Extending Book Slide, Anglo Indian, Adjustable Bookrest, Art Deco, 1940

Regular price £375

Stock no. 24346


Stock no. 24346

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Vintage Extending Book Slide, Anglo Indian, Adjustable Bookrest, Art Deco, 1940 · £375

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This is a vintage extending book slide. An Anglo-Indian, mahogany adjustable bookrest, dating to the late Art Deco period, circa 1940. 

  • Fascinatingly distinctive book rest with unusual forms
  • Displays a desirable aged patina and in good original order
  • Select stocks show deep caramel hues throughout
  • Ends raise to the upright position with a rustic fence post motif
  • Extends to each end, providing more storage for favoured titles
  • Dressed to the base with protective leather cushioning

This is a distinctive vintage extending book slide, with an unusual form and extendable at both ends to fit more books as required. Delivered ready to display.

Dimensions:
Standard Width: 34cm (13.5'')
Standard Depth: 14cm (5.5'')
Standard Height: 15cm (6'')

Extended Width: 54cm (21.25'')

Standard Internal Width: 31.5cm (12.5'')
Extended Internal Width: 51cm (20'')