Ripka & Co. Ebonized Gilt Incised Artist's Easel
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An American Aesthetic Ebonized and Gilt Incised Artist's Easel, late 19th c., Ripka & Co., Philadelphia, labeled, pivoting and swiveling frame with decoration of fluting, scrolling tendrils, stylized flowers and sunbursts, hexagonal standard rising from trefoil pierced shaped legs, with brass label bearing patent date of July 9, 1878, height 73 1/4 in., width 26 in., depth 26 in Note: On July 9, 1878, John C. Ripka, who specialized in artists' materials and picture frames, was granted a patent for "a new and useful Improvement in Artists Easels and Drawing Boards". The invention consisted of an easel connected to a stand by both hinges and slotted segments, enabling the easel to be adjusted at various angles. Ripka's business was located at 146 South Eighth Street, Philadelphia.
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Ripka & Co. Ebonized Gilt Incised Artist's Easel
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