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Wick Antiques LTD
Unit 2, Riverside Business Park, Gosport Street
Lymington, Hampshire SO41 9BB , England
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A large mahogany reading stand by Yabsley of Plymouth
$ 7,700
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Description
A large mahogany reading stand by Yabsley of Plymouth, the octagonal support set on a cruciform base with scroll feet and bold scrolling brackets, surmounted by an adjustable rectangular reading slope, the understand ink stamped indistinctly ‘J.G.Yabsley, Cabinet Manufactory, …Street, …Park Street, Plymouth’. English, circa 1860.
Also referred to as a Lectern.
Footnote: John Yabsley established his business in 1829 and advertised his furnishing warehouse and cabinet manufactory in the Royal Cornwall Gazette in 1863. In the Western Morning News of 1829, he introduced his successor, a George Davis, to his valued clients as he is retiring from the business after 40 years. Please see the attached cuttings. He was also a volunteer fireman in Plymouth. -
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Origin: England Period: 19th Century Materials: mahogany Condition: Good. Creation Date: Circa 1840 Styles / Movements: Traditional Incollect Reference #: 592841 -
Dimensions
W. 29 in; H. 46 in; D. 29 in; H.2. 56 in; W. 73.66 cm; H. 116.84 cm; D. 73.66 cm; H.2. 142.24 cm;
Message from Seller:
Wick Antiques, established by Charles Wallrock in the early 1980s, specializes in fine antiques with a reputation built on extensive knowledge and long-standing relationships, including with Harrods. Contact Charles at 44.159.067.7558 or via email at charles@wickantiques.co.uk for exceptional pieces curated by a team with expertise in Islamic, Japanese, and fine works of art.
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