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Reading Desks. MS. Bodleian Library.The National and Domestic History of England (Vol 2) (1878)

Two reading desks that were depicted in a 15th century manuscript. The left-hand one is circular and ornate, with space to hold both an open book and another closed book. It has a cross on the top. Th [...]

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Added: 2012-05-06

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Reading Desks. MS. Bodleian Library. (detail)The National and Domestic History of England (Vol 2) (1878)

The right-hand of two wooden reading desks that were depicted in a 15th century manuscript. This one has a an open book, and the stand (or lectern) is carved with decorations. See also the picture of [...]

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Added: 2008-06-06

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