A large walnut library lectern dating to the late 19th century, featuring a reclining top with adjustable tilt via a rack. Featuring a pair of pull-out document shelves, embellished with handles carved with leaf scrolls, this lectern combines functionality and elegance. The four turned legs, resting on plinth bases with feral feet, are connected by a central crosspiece. The crosspiece is embellished with a pair of turned columns and perforated panels, giving the piece a solid and decorative structure. Perfect for enhancing the decor of a library or study, it combines classic aesthetics and practicality.