Antique Lectern, English, Oak, Ecclesiastical, Book Rest, Prie Dieu, Victorian Umbrella Valet lined 'scraps' drawer dressed with

lined 'scraps' drawer dressed with ruched cream fabric trimmed with tassels

A quartet of round brass studs protect the base

Pierced brass three quarter gallery and twin moulded edge detail to top

Pen tray and angled quill slope – tray lifts to reveal secret compartment

The shaped frieze offering a disguised drawer to one side

Antique Lectern, English, Oak, Ecclesiastical, Book Rest, Prie Dieu, Victorian Umbrella Valet lined 'scraps' drawer dressed withOur Stock # 18. 6487 This is an antique lectern. An English, oak ecclesiastical book rest or prie dieu, dating to the late Victorian era, circa 1900. Attractive rest with superb figuring Displays a desirable aged patina Quarter cut oak resplendent with fine grain interest and wisps of medullary rays Rich caramel hues throughout its wax polish finish Superb figuring to upper apron and top Angled book stand with stout rest Raised upon shaped supports