A carved oak lectern of Gothic Revival taste, displaying strong architectural character and traditional craftsmanship. Designed to support an open volume, the rectangular book rest is set at a fixed reading angle and features a moulded lip along the lower edge.
The top is raised on a well-articulated stem composed of clustered columnar elements with ring turning, lending vertical emphasis and structural elegance. Beneath the rest, shaped brackets with characteristic trefoil piercings echo medieval ecclesiastical tracery, reinforcing the Gothic influence and adding visual depth.
The base is formed in a robust cruciform design, providing stability while enhancing the architectural presence of the piece. It terminates in four splayed feet with further cut-out decoration, maintaining stylistic continuity throughout.
The oak displays a rich, warm brown patina with visible grain, complementing the crisp carved detail and overall craftsmanship.
• Gothic Revival oak lectern stand
• Fixed angled book rest with moulded lip
• Clustered column stem with ring turning
• Trefoil pierced Gothic tracery brackets
• Solid cruciform base construction
• Splayed feet with decorative cut-outs
• Rich oak grain with warm patina
• Strong architectural and ecclesiastical design
• Height: 56 Inches (142 cm)
• Width: 22 Inches (56 cm)
• Depth: 21.5 Inches (55 cm)