{"product_id":"neoclassical-english-sliding-book-stand","title":"English Neoclassical Sliding Book Stand","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"268\" data-end=\"423\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eA mid-Victorian English sliding book stand crafted in richly figured coromandel wood, known for its deep tone and striking grain. The adjustable form allows the stand to expand or contract, originally designed to support multiple volumes—often used in libraries and studies for reference works or bibles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"425\" data-end=\"735\"\u003eThe ends are mounted with ornate brass panels, each centered with classical relief figures—likely allegorical or mythological in subject—framed by finely engraved decorative borders. The contrast between the warm brass and the aged wood gives the piece a strong architectural presence, even at a smaller scale.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e England, mid-late 19th century.\u003cbr data-start=\"1724\" data-end=\"1727\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial: \u003c\/strong\u003eWood with brass mounted relief panels.\u003cbr data-start=\"1775\" data-end=\"1778\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions: \u003c\/strong\u003eApprox. 14.5\" L x 6\" W.\u003cbr data-start=\"1791\" data-end=\"1794\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition: \u003c\/strong\u003eSurface wear consistent with age; light patina to brass; structurally sound with smooth sliding function.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gladys Avenue","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42651391787095,"sku":null,"price":250.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0577\/3505\/3399\/files\/Untitleddesign_50.jpg?v=1774929181","url":"https:\/\/gladysavenue.com\/products\/neoclassical-english-sliding-book-stand","provider":"Gladys Avenue","version":"1.0","type":"link"}