Bidspirit auction | American Aesthetic Walnut Music Stand

American Aesthetic Walnut Music Stand - Origin: American Date: Circa 1880 Period/Style: Aesthetic Movement, Eastlake Materials: Walnut, ebonized wood, gilt metal, and metal hardware Form: Folding sheet-music portfolio stand Description: An American Aesthetic Movement walnut folding music stand constructed with two hinged folio rests. The shaped panels feature ebonized incised geometric and foliate decoration centered by gilt-metal medallions depicting classical figural scenes. The tall architectural back incorporates a pierced crest, angular brackets, applied rosettes, and additional ebonized details. Raised on small turned front feet with a folding easel support allowing the stand to collapse for storage. Dimensions: 44 in. H, 21.5 in. W, 17 in. D Shipping note: Stevens Auction Company does not provide packing or shipping services. For this auction, and only for property we determine can be reasonably transported, Stevens Auction Company will, at the purchaser's written request after the auction, deliver the property to The UPS Store #3164, 1020 N Gloster St, Tupelo, MS 38804, for third-party packing and shipment. Whenever possible, purchasers should contact the store at (662) 840-7222 or store3164@theupsstore.com and obtain a packing and shipping quote before requesting delivery. Store information is available at https://locations.theupsstore.com/ms/tupelo/1020-n-gloster-st. The purchaser is solely responsible for selecting and paying for all packing, shipping, insurance, and related services directly with The UPS Store. Delivery is provided solely as a courtesy, at the purchaser's request and sole risk. Stevens Auction Company assumes no responsibility or liability for loss, damage, delay, packing, handling, transportation, shipment, or any claim arising from delivery to or possession by The UPS Store. Purchasers requesting this service must notify Stevens Auction Company promptly after the auction at info@stevensauction.com. Property must be removed from our premises within fifteen (15) days following the auction. Property not removed within that period is subject to a storage charge of $10 per day per item under our terms and conditions. Additional recommended third-party shippers and information are available at stevensauction.com. Condition: Structurally intact and standing. Scattered scratches, finish rubbing, edge wear, small nicks and chips, and age-related shrinkage throughout. A pronounced diagonal scratch is present across the upper hinged panel, with additional abrasions on the lower panel. Ebonized decoration and gilt-metal medallions exhibit rubbing and patina. Metal hinges and hardware show oxidation. Folding panels and supports are present, with expected wear at the joints.