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19th Century Masonic Table with Leather Bible Compartment Flip Lid Compass Legs

$4,850
£3,695.79
€4,262.27
CA$6,888.45
A$7,401.26
CHF 3,970.76
MX$87,195.33

About the Item

Rare and fabulous 19th century faux book with compass legs as legs. Mustard paint on the legs with Gilt on the pages of the leather bound book. Looks to be original tassle.. Possibly used to store a Bible. Definitely a piece of American folk art history now. Interior of book, table is 18.5 x 11.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 14 in (35.56 cm)Width: 22.75 in (57.79 cm)Depth: 14 in (35.56 cm)
  • Style:
    Folk Art (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1860
  • Condition:
    Reupholstered. Wear consistent with age and use. Minor fading. Leather was reattached. Generally cleaned up.
  • Seller Location:
    Port Jervis, NY
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU958624576142

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