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What is an easel used for in art?
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An easel is an upright support used for displaying or creating art. It sits at a vertical angle of about 20°, and is used by painters and illustrators, normally standing up. An easel is also a great way to display a finished piece of work. Find a selection of easels from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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20th Century Artists Easel
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
20th C collapsible artist's easel. 1920.
Dimensions
32 inches (81 cms) Wide
27 inches (69 cms
Category
Early 20th Century English Easels
Materials
Beech
Walnut Folding Artists Easel
Located in Cheshire, GB
Walnut folding artists easel, the folding frame with a rise and fall shelf with hinged fall front
Category
Early 20th Century British Easels
Materials
Walnut
Antique Mexican Small Wood Artist Easel
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
Antique Mexican Small Wood Artist Easel, circa 1950.
Category
Vintage 1970s Mexican Industrial Easels
Materials
Pine
Antique Mexican Small Wood Artist Easel
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
Antique Mexican Small Wood Artist Easel, circa 1950.
Category
Vintage 1950s Mexican Industrial Easels
Materials
Pine
Victorian Period Wood Artist's Easel
Located in London, GB
This beautiful artist’s easel was created in England in circa 1900, in the early 20th century. The
Category
Early 20th Century English Victorian Easels
Materials
Wood
Vintage Boho Monumental Artist Easel
Located in west palm beach, FL
Make a bold artistic statement with this vintage boho monumental artist easel, perfect for
Category
Mid-20th Century American Easels
Materials
Metal
