Fouth quarter 19th century, Kittery Point, Maine. Rectangular sloping top with book rest on carved and gilt support with quatrafoil pierced panel, raised on out swept carved legs joined to a trestle shoe foot base with central turned stretcher. Webster's International Dictionary of the English language to which is now added a supplement of 25,000 words and phrases, W.T. Harris, PHD, Editor in Chief, published by G&C Merriam Company. NOTE: John Wasson, accomplished painter, was a student and friend of John Haley Bellamy noted carver of Eagles. It is a possibility that this easel may have been carved in collaboration between the two artists as there is the remnant of a monogram carved with in the quatrafoil showing the faint remnants of a "J" and clearer "H". An example of an eagle plaque in the manner of John Bellamy but carved by Wasson was sold at Northeast Auctions, lot 803, August 16, 2014. Additional information is now supplied by the consignor. A landscape painting by G.S. Wasson is also offered in Session 1 in our current auction. SIZE: Dictionary 12-1/2" h x 9-1/4" w x 4-3/4" d. Stand 38" h x 18" w x 19" d (approximate). PROVENANCE: Available on request. CONDITION: Dictionary stand very good with original surfaces. Dictionary with overall wear and toning to pages, unprinted cover page with signature "Geo. S. Wasson./Dec. 6. 1905." in script. Fair to good overall. 49890-7 HMG (1,000-1,500)