Antique newspaper or music rack (Canonbury N1)

Antique Canterbury newspaper rack/magazine rack or stand. The style of these racks originated in the late 18th century, with the first commissioned piece being made for the Archbishop of Canterbury around 1780. They became popular throughout the 19th and 20th centuries, particularly during the Victorian and Edwardian periods, as a functional and decorative item for the home. Dimensions L - 55 cm W - 30 cm H - 45 cM