Jefferson, ever the student, was constantly studying. Our revolving bookstand is a line by line reproduction of the original, which was made in the joinery at monticello, probably from thomas jeffersons own design. Robert tavernors book introduces andrea palladio, explains the italian roots of palladianism, and traces its spread into the british isles in the 17 th and 18 th centuries. So, he invented this revolving book stand which allowed him to quickly and easily view five books with the spin of the wrist. Thomas jefferson revolving book stand latch finewoodworking. When assembled the hanging book shelf is about an inch from vertical at. As always, these demonstrations will concentrate on period methods of workmanship, and close. Book holder stand book holders book stands monticello thomas jefferson book rest shape books book sculpture study office fun projects thomas jeffersons revolving book stand by pennstatewoodwork what others are saying. The five sided rotating bookstand, now referred to as the thomas jefferson bookstand, could only make me wonder how curious and studious a man jefferson.
In 1810, thomas jefferson designed a revolving book stand that was made in the joinery at monticello, jefferson s plantation near charlottesville, virginia. How to make a thomas jefferson jeffersonian bookstand with downloadable plans. Made of solid mahogany with a soft, handpolished finish, the rotating table top book stand holds five books at adjustable angles on rests that fold down to form a 12 cube. This cubeshaped book stand was probably designed by thomas jefferson to hold five books and allow the reader to rotate the stand, thus changing the book in view. In that book is a description of a folding twosided music stand with a ratcheting mechanism to allow for angle adjustment. It folds down into a onefoot cube and opens to hold up to five books simulataneously. Thomas jefferson was a lifelong reader and learner who by 1814 had accumulated over 6000 books. Jefferson may have conveniently placed it next to his chair in his readingandwriting arrangement in the cabinet. Rubber pads and page holders protect your booktablet and table top. I can envision him furiously spinning this thing to crossreference palladio, voltaire, or whatever sundry topic he was researching.
Jefferson may have conveniently placed it next to his chair in his readingandwriting arrangement. This revolving stand, once thought to be a music stand, was probably made to jeffersons design and specifications in the joiners shop on mulberry row. Dec 28, 2009 this video documents the building of a jeffersonian bookstand that i built for m fiancees birthday, based on the one found in thomas jeffersons office at monticello. The sage of monticello based his fivesided bookstand on designs he found in paris. Oct 16, 2012 master of the mountain, henry wienceks eloquent, persuasive bookbased on new information coming from archaeological work at monticello and on hitherto overlooked or disregarded evidence in jeffersons papersopens up a huge, poorly understood dimension of jeffersons world. I am looking for a book stand as a piece of the interior also, and the mahogany jefferson book stand would fit in perfect with my bookcase many great tips, and i will check them all out. Discover your taste in bookstands levenger wooden book cases, book display stands, revolving and adjustable book stands, and more.
The bookstand supports up to five books on a rotating base allowing the user to easily. In 1810, thomas jefferson designed a revolving book stand that was made in the joinery at monticello, jeffersons plantation near charlottesville, virginia. Legend has it that thomas jefferson designed this bookstand in 1810 and had one built out of walnut. Ken burns national endowment for the humanities neh. As many as five books could be placed on this bookstand, which was probably made at monticello according to jeffersons design. Season 28 episode 4 26m 46s video has closed captioning. Roy underhill will present the construction of jeffersons revolving bookstand and ideas about furniture that jefferson likely encountered in france. Several weeks ago we were asked to quote and build a thomas jefferson revolving book stand, by a parent at the ambrose school, as a class project for the schools annual auction. This book stand is a linebyline reproduction of the original, which was made in the joinery at monticello, probably from jeffersons own design. Some of the technologies we use are necessary for critical functions like security and site integrity, account authentication, security and privacy preferences, internal site usage and maintenance data, and to make the site work correctly for browsing and transactions. It is currently on display in the cabinet room of the house. Thomas jeffersonstyle revolving bookstand autumndoucet. A carved, vintage book stand perfect for your favorite sacred text.
So, he invented this revolving book stand which allowed him to quickly and easily view five books. Thomas jefferson, a strong advocate of reading, frequently made book recommendations to his children and grandchildren. The woodwrights shop thomas jeffersons bookstand season. Among the many ingenious devices found in jefferson s cabinet, this one perhaps most clearly suggests jefferson s passion for knowledge. Thomas jeffersons revolving book stand book stands, monticello. Thomas jeffersons revolving bookshelf invention synonym.
As many as five books or letters could be placed on it at a time. In 2007, when congressman keith ellison borrowed a quran once owned by thomas jefferson pictured above for his ceremonial oath of office, he renewed a debate as old as the american republic. I recently built a replica of thomas jeffersons revolving book stand. As luck would have it, both my sons attend ambrose, and my wife is a 4th grade teacher there, so it was a given that i would volunteer to build the project. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. One can imagine him turning the stand, completely engrossed, consulting five books at once to find the answer to a burning question. How to make a thomas jefferson jeffersonian bookstand with. This cubeshaped book stand was probably designed by thomas jefferson to hold five books. This revolving stand, once thought to be a music stand, was probably made to jefferson s design and specifications in the joiners shop on mulberry row. As i sat writing this lecture, i was surrounded by objects that relate directly or indirectly to him. How to make solid wood 1800s jeffersonian bookstand. The footprint, when closed is inches 33 cm square. Appoint your space with home library accessories like our signature monticello revolving bookstand, mahogany folding library steps, or portable campaign lap desk.
As many as five books could be placed on it at a time. Mahogany 16th century gothic book cabinet in medium cherry c0141b thomas jefferson s revolving bookstand in natural walnut c022 thomas jefferson s writing desk i aural mahogany c0023. Our home office decorations include desktop globes, reproduction bust sculptures and other accessories. As luck would have it, both my sons attend ambrose, and my wife is a 4th grade teacher there, so it was a given that i would. Concluding with a chapter on thomas jeffersons unique interpretation of palladios work as well as.
Reproductions of antiques thomas jeffersons writing desk i aural mahogany c0023. Years ago i visited monticello and was impressed by the bookstand that thomas jefferson had designed for his library. After fifteen months of woodworking zen, ive finally completed my version of the thomas jeffersontype revolving bookstand. Etsy your place to buy and sell all things handmade. I built for m fiancees birthday, based on the one found in thomas jeffersons office at monticello. If you are ordering for a specific date please contact me and i will do my est to accommodate your need. In that book is a description of a folding twosided music stand with a ratcheting. The fiddleback maple bookstand includes thirtytwo handcut mortise and tenons, wooden hinges on the five ratchet paddles, motherofpearl inlay on all of the breadboard ends, and a lovingly and laboriously applied french polish on each and every piece.
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Holding five books at adjustable angles, it still suits for crosschecking information from several sources, keeping reference works in handy and allowing to instantly compare quote by. Thomas jefferson monticello revolving bookstand unique. Revolving fivesided book stand probably designed by jefferson. This book stand is a linebyline reproduction of the original, which was made in the joinery at monticello, probably from jefferson s own design. Jefferson book stand a monticello classic woodworking. Revolving bookstand view interactive version this revolving bookstand, once thought to be a music stand, was probably made to jeffersons design and specifications in the joinery. Bookstands wooden book case, book display stands, revolving. Brighten your day with a red painted collapsible holder. Thomas jeffersons monticello revolving bookstand among the many ingenious devices found in jeffersons cabinet, this one perhaps most clearly suggests jeffersons passion for knowledge. Bookstand is a linebyline reproduction of the original ingenious device found in thomas jefferson s cabinet, which was made in the joinery at monticello, probably from jefferson s own design. He sent newspaper clippings along with his letters to them and his suggestions focused on poetry, history, foreign language, and moral and behavioral improvement. Mahogany 16th century gothic book cabinet in medium cherry c0141b thomas jeffersons revolving bookstand in natural walnut c022. Among the many ingenious devices found in jeffersons cabinet, this one perhaps most clearly suggests jeffersons passion for knowledge.
Constructed of solid walnut, the cubeshaped stand has five adjustable rests for holding books or letters. Jeffersons passion for knowledge and books inspires our home office decor. This cube shaped book stand was probably designed by thomas jefferson to hold five books. Sep 30, 2014 we were asked to quote and build a thomas jefferson revolving book stand, by a parent at the ambrose school, as a class project for the schools annual auction. Apr 29, 2012 after fifteen months of woodworking zen, ive finally completed my version of the thomas jefferson type revolving bookstand. Gardiner hallock is the architectural historian at the thomas jefferson foundation.
Bookstand is a linebyline reproduction of the original ingenious device found in thomas jeffersons cabinet, which was made in the joinery at monticello, probably from jeffersons own design. This jefferson bookstand also makes a great display piece. Learn how to make a wooden book stand from a single board. Tuck it away or set it for some bright red reading time. Jan, 2009 years ago i visited monticello and was impressed by the bookstand that thomas jefferson had designed for his library. Jefferson may have conveniently placed it next to his chair in his readingandwriting arrangement in the. Replica of thomas jeffersons bookstand woodworking. How to make a thomas jefferson jeffersonian bookstand. Other scholars believe that jefferson designed the bookstand for himself allowing him to hold several books open at the same time, without spreading them across a table.
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Its great for crosschecking information from several sources or just keeping reference books and current reading handy. Replica of thomas jeffersons bookstand woodworking blog. This revolving book stand is a reproduction of the original found in jeffersons mansion, monticello, and is crafted of mahogany with a handpolished finish. He needed to reference multiple sources, but found finding, opening and closing books cumbersome and timewasting. Jefferson book stand a monticello classic woodworking network. Thomas jefferson revolving book stand custom furniture. Thomas jefferson bookstand book stands, monticello. The book stand was designed to support as many as five open books for reading and research.
The revolving book stand symbolizes jeffersons lifelong passion for books, and is yet another great contribution to historic craftsmanship. All my products are individually handcrafted for ultimate quality. We were asked to quote and build a thomas jefferson revolving book stand, by a parent at the ambrose school, as a class project for the schools annual auction. It is believed that roubos book inspired thomas jeffersons design. Revolving bookstand view interactive version this revolving bookstand, once thought to be a music stand, was probably made to jefferson s design and specifications in the joinery. Revolving book stand the revolving bookstand was once thought to be a music stand allowing a small group of musicians could gather around it when playing. The third president of the united states and the author of the declaration of independence, thomas jefferson was a powerful man who helped shaped the future of america.