Object Description
Here is a fine quality antique English George V Winsor & Newton solid beech artist’s studio easel, circa 1930, in good original working condition.
Summary:
• Item: Folding Artists Studio Easel
• Provenance: Winsor & Newton, London, UK
• Circa: 1930
• Period: George V
• Wood: Solid beech
• Single telescopic mast
• Tilting facility to achieve the perfect painting angle
• Fits all manner of canvass sizes
• Maximum canvass height: 108 cm
• Will fit two canvasses
• Steel screws & large wingnuts (for easy adjustment
• Sturdy tri-form base
• Fully adjustable and folds down for easy storage
• Old use paint marks – adds to character!
• Good original working condition
• Free delivery to England, Wales & southern Scotland*
• Free 14-day UK returns policy
Description:
Here is a fine quality antique English George V Winsor & Newton solid beech artist’s studio easel, circa 1930, in good original working condition. Constructed by the world-renowned art supplies company, Winsor & Newton of London, this single mast easel is ideal for either painting or displaying art. Constructed of solid beech ensures the rigid frame is strong and stable. Benefitting from a tilting facility, it allows the mast to be positioned at any angle to achieve the perfect paining station! Constructed with three vertical structural blocks and a central adjustable bar, that slides up and down, the top of the picture frame is secured by a height adjustable wooden clamp, which the height can be adjusted by undoing a steel thumb screw. With the ability to display either small or large canvasses, this is ideal for a variety of pictures sizes to be displayed. There are three clamps enabling two canvasses to be secured onto the easel. The lower clamp on the easel can display large pictures frames up to a height of 108.2cm, therefore it can accommodate large pictures. The base of the picture frame is supported by a large sill that supports the picture frame. The sill is also height adjustable and is secured in place by a large steel thumb screw. The robust tri-form legs provide plenty of stability (even for large canvasses) along with the rigid mast. The easel is complete with all thumb screws present and working. The easel can be folded away easy storage or safe transportation.
Many artists prefer to use an easel because it enables them to work more freely, and to step back and view artwork from a distance. Working in a vertical position reduces the possibility of perspective being skewed, prevents dust gathering on slow-drying media, and the buildup of loose pastel, chalk or charcoal sitting on the support.
The easel has been traditionally wax-polished by hand in our workshop; therefore, the finish and colour are in excellent condition. The easel features a rustic natural colour. It has a fantastic colour and patination having been cleaned and wax polished, along with the years of care and cleaning it has received.
This item would look superb in either an artist’s studio or gallery. It would certainly grace any home and is a great investment, as it is extremely functional.
Dimensions:
Maximum Height (mast at highest point) = 244cm or 96” or 8ft
Minimum Height (mast at lowest point) = 174.5cm or 68¾” or 5ft 8¾”
Collapsed Height (for storage / travelling) = 157.5cm or 62” or 5ft 2”
Collapsed Width = 17.4cm or 6⅞”
Collapsed Depth = 22.3cm or 8¾”
Feet Width (Extended) = 76.5cm or 30⅛” or 2ft 6⅛”
Feet Depth (Extended) = 80.8cm or 31¾” or 2ft 7¾”
Maximum Canvass Height (top clamp) = 64.7cm or 25½” or 2ft 1½”
Minimum Canvass Height (top clamp) = 8.7cm or 3⅜”
Maximum Canvass Height (bottom clamp) = 108.2cm or 42⅝” or 3ft 6⅝”
Minimum Canvass Height (bottom clamp) = 10.5cm or 4⅛”
Please note, the maximum canvass height for both top and bottom clamps will be affected by the height of a single canvass in one of the clamps.
Free UK Delivery*:
We offer free delivery to mainland England, Wales, and Southern Scotland (anywhere south of Stirling). *We do not offer free delivery to locations north of Stirling in Scotland, Northern Ireland, or any British Islands off the mainland; for example, the Isle of Man, Isle of White and Channel Islands. If you live in one of the areas where we do not offer free delivery, please contact us for a delivery quote before purchasing the item. Delivery will be made by our specialised antique furniture delivery service, or in some cases we will use a courier service for distant deliveries.
Delivery times are usually 1-4 weeks depending on location; we aim to deliver the majority of items within 2 weeks. All items are professionally packaged and fully insured in transit, therefore, we can assure you, your items will be securely protected in transit and arrive safely with you.
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Free 14 Days UK Returns & Refunds:
A free 14-day “no quibble” returns policy (from the date you receive the item) is available if you are not happy with this item. We will collect the item free of charge from you (we do not charge a return fee / collection fee). You will be given a full refund as long as the item is returned in the same condition. We will collect returns using our own specialist furniture delivery company. We will not accept returns via a courier service (due to experience of damaged items in transit). This refund policy only applies to deliveries to the UK.
UK Buyer Payment:
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International Buyers:
If you live outside the UK and you would like to purchase this item, please contact us before purchasing it, so that we can obtain an accurate shipping quote and delivery lead-time. The shipping quote provided is a global estimate only. The actual shipping cost will vary by country and postcode. Due to the distances and costs involved with shipping outside the UK, a returns policy is therefore not available for international buyers. Before placing your order(s) please make sure this is the item for you. We request payment by bank transfer (we do not accept payment via PayPal, credit or debit cards for international purchases). Payment is requested within 10 days of the purchase. Payment must be cleared before the items are collected or delivered to our shippers. The advertised price of the item does not include the shipping cost, sales tax, import duty or custom fees.
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About the Seller:
This item is being sold by Yola Gray Antiques who is an accredited member of LAPADA (the UK’s largest Trade Association of Professional Art and Antique Dealers) and CINOA. CINOA is the world association of Art & Antique dealer associations. All LAPADA & CINOA members abide by their strict code of practice by adhering to reputable standards of quality, expertise and integrity.
Yola Gray has dealt in fine art and antique furniture for over 40 years. Yola Gray has a special interest in Colonial furniture, specifically Colonial Four Poster Beds. Yola Gray also provides a variety of fine English Antique Furniture, Art and Fabrics to clients in the UK, Europe and further afield.
Please visit the Yola Gray website at www.yolagray.com for further items and information.
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