French Polychrome and Parcel-Gilt Adjustable Easel

early 20th century, in the Louis XVI taste, the support shelf adorned with foliate swags, the base with carved dolphin brackets joined by a central stretcher.
h. 82", w. 25", d. 24"

In overall very good condition. The gilt and polychromy appear to be fairly recently applied, the gilding now rubbed by design. Sturdy, solid and stable. The shelf that supports the artwork slides up and down freely but lacks the mechanism to make it stay in the elevated detents, thus presently must be used in its lowest position as pictured.