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Rare Victorian Wood Brass Adjustable Reading Day Bed by John Carter Of London

$4,165.94
$7,574.4344% Off
£3,025
£5,50044% Off
€3,538.40
€6,433.4544% Off
CA$5,698.79
CA$10,361.4444% Off
A$6,202.04
A$11,276.4344% Off
CHF 3,287.69
CHF 5,977.6244% Off
MX$74,615.23
MX$135,664.0644% Off
NOK 41,698.51
NOK 75,815.4844% Off
SEK 38,151.22
SEK 69,365.8544% Off
DKK 26,434.53
DKK 48,062.7744% Off

About the Item

A Unique Antique Victorian Adjustable Chaise Lounge In Orange Fabric Known As The "Literary Machine" Manufactured By John Carter Of New Cavendish St London An adjustable reading and lounging couch, bearing makers white enamel label. Item is very well made and with wrought iron under carriage bearing substantial and sharp teeth. A real talking piece, would be ideal for a film, or theatrical use or for a home. Extra imensions: Depth: 60cm Height to seat flat: 52cm Width when completely flat: 220cm Width when in upright position: 160cm Height to top of the seat in upright position: 120cm John Carter, 6A Cavendish Street, London Famed for his various inventions under the Trade Marked banner 'Literary Machines', John Carter was a Victorian inventor / cabinet maker operating out of 6A Cavendish Street, Portland Place, London from the 1880's. Carter produced all manner of reading tables, chairs, couches, beds and bath chairs, many specifically aimed at wounded soldiers. Winning 20 gold medals and awards, Carter was maker to The Queen (Victoria), Prince of Wales and Emperors of Russia and Germany having gained a reputation for quality.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 63 in (160 cm)Width: 63 in (160 cm)Depth: 23.63 in (60 cm)Seat Height: 20.48 in (52 cm)
  • Style:
    Victorian (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    19th Century
  • Condition:
    Minor losses. Minor fading. In good structural condition, with ample surface wear to wood, fabric in good condition with no tears or large marks. Mattress is extremely comfortable with low wear considering the age of the piece. Mechanism is of the time so special care required.
  • Seller Location:
    Reading, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: KF 1stDibs: LU8232236503512

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