MABEF Universal Convertible Beechwood Easel
MABEF Universal Convertible Easel is a lyre-style easel with a single mast, made of high-quality steamed and oil-treated beechwood. The mast can be tilted all the way to a completely horizontal position, making it an ideal choice for artists working with oil paints, acrylic paints, soft pastels, or watercolors, and for varnishing finished pieces. The stable I-shaped base securely supports canvases up to 55 × 200 cm and weighing up to 10 kg.
Technical Specifications
- Brand: MABEF
- Origin: Italy (made in Ispra since 1948)
- Material: Steamed and oil-treated beechwood
- Easel type: Indoor single-mast lyre-style easel, converts to a table
- Maximum canvas size: 55 × 200 cm
- Maximum load capacity: 10 kg
- Total easel height: 225 cm
- Base dimensions: 61 × 64 cm
- Easel weight: 9 kg
- Delivery: Assembly kit
Uses and Techniques
This indoor easel is suitable for painting with oil paints, acrylic paints, soft pastels, and watercolors, as well as for displaying artwork. The mast tilts to 20° and folds completely flat, which is especially useful for watercolor techniques and varnishing. The oil-treated wood surface effectively repels paints and makes cleaning easier.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can the easel also be used as a horizontal table? Yes, the easel mast tilts up to 20° and can fold completely flat, which is practical for watercolor painting and varnishing.
What is the largest canvas that can be mounted on the easel? The easel holds a canvas up to 55 × 200 cm and supports a load of up to 10 kg.
How do you adjust the height of the canvas? Adjust the canvas height easily using the two sliding rails.
