A substantial late 19th-century artist's studio easel, expertly constructed in solid oak and retaining a wonderful working character developed through years of studio use. Designed for professional artists, this impressive easel combines robust construction with excellent functionality, making it equally suited for use in a studio, gallery, or as a striking decorative display piece.
The central upright incorporates a geared winding mechanism operated by its original wooden-handled crank, allowing the main picture ledge to be raised or lowered with ease. A separate sliding upper support securely holds canvases of varying heights, making the easel fully adjustable and suitable for a wide range of artwork.
The broad splayed base provides exceptional stability and is fitted with four castors, allowing the easel to be moved effortlessly when required. Throughout, the solid oak has developed a rich, warm colour and displays numerous historic paint marks, surface wear, and signs of prolonged studio use, giving the piece outstanding authenticity and character.
• Authentic late 19th-century oak artist's studio easel
• Fully adjustable design for canvases of various sizes
• Geared winding mechanism with original wooden-handled crank
• Adjustable picture ledge and sliding upper canvas support
• Solid oak construction with rich warm colour
• Broad splayed base for excellent stability
• Raised on four castors for easy movement
• Historic paint marks and authentic studio wear
• Professional-quality craftsmanship with exceptional character
• Ideal for artists, galleries, studios, or interior display
• Height: Adjustable from 86.5 inches (220 cm) to 127 inches (323 cm)
• Width: 29 inches (74 cm)
• Depth: 29 inches (74 cm)