PODIUM, Pulpit, Lectern, Prarie Style, and similar items

ONE OF THESE PODIUMS IS IN THE GOVERNOR'S RECEPTION ROOM, ARKANSAS STATE CAPITOL, LITTLE ROCK, AND THE OTHER IS IN A LECTURE HALL AT NOTRE DAME UNIVERSITY. 31" wide X 25" deep 48" high/front 45" high/back SOLD.....SOLD.....SOLD....WE DO NOT HAVE ONE OF THESE BUILT. We will have to take an order for this item if you are interested in it. PLEASE, take the time to read the introduction on the Dryad Studios, Etsy Home Page. Our furniture is so much more than the first visual impression. We encourage you to familiarize yourself with the full range of our work, the breadth of our experience, and our commitment to excellence, on our web site …. WWW.DRYADSTUDIOS.COM We have enjoyed a surge in interest in our work over the past several years. Our commitment to customer satisfaction and care has been as large a factor in the increase in orders, as the quality of our work. Our web site has gained traffic steadily. CURRENTLY, OUR LEAD TIME IS UP TO 6 MONTHS. To many people, this is not a problem. For years, we tried to maintain some work in stock. That has become nearly impossible now. PLEASE CONTACT US TO SEE WHAT THE LEAD TIME ON A PIECE LIKE THIS WOULD BE. If the lead time is longer than 12 weeks, we only ask for a $100., scheduling deposit. When we are about to begin, we will invoice you for a 30% deposit. We send out color samples at this time for you to make a color choice. As we near completion, we will invoice for the balance and shipping. We will gladly quote approximate shipping at any time, but the actual shipping will depend on the situation at the time of completion. WE , WRAP / PACK and CRATE VIRTUALLY FREE. We have access to a vast supply of recycled packing material. Every piece is individually hand crafted and built to the customer’s specifications. We will work with you to achieve the desired appearance and proportions for your situations. FIRST, SHOP THE REST OF THE “CRAFTSMEN” THAT FILL THE WEB. OUR WORK HAS SUBTLE TEXTURES AND PLEASING PROPORTIONS THAT 90% OF THE REST GET WRONG. THEN LOOK AT THE “CUSTOMER’S COMMENTS’ AND FEEDBACK ON OUR WEB SITE. We cannot stress enough our commitment to quality, durability, and personalized customer service. Our designs speak for themselves. http://www.dryadstudios.com/feedback ___customers__comments.htm Our work is the work of dedicated, talented craftsmen. Michael and Judy are self-taught, and have been involved in creative furniture making since 1984. Our three children have been taught by us, and work full time in the shop. We live very rural, and practice sustainability at every level. As we produce our own wood, we also produce 90% of our food. Each summer we plant 2 acres of garden and orchard. With this, we fill several 24 cu. Ft. freezers and several thousand canning jars. OUR COMMITMENT TO EXCELLENCE, MINIMAL ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT, AND SUSTAINABILITY IS ABSOLUTE. We have no desire to chase the ephemeral treasures of greater production and ever-increasing volume. Our satisfaction and contentment is undeniably evident in our work. Quartered White Oak with Traditional MORTISE and TENON Joinery throughout.Clever adaptation of the antique Stickley ," Drop Arm", used extensively on antique Stickley, Roycroft, and other Morris Chairs. This is a fine example of Classic Arts Crafts styling adapted to a Podium / Pulpit / Lectern.The matching, sister piece to this Podium was built for the Governor's Reception Room in the Arkansas Capitol in Little Rock.Carefully selected and matched components, for a balanced and pleasing look. WE REALIZE THAT DEALING WITH AN UNKNOWN, DISTANT OR NEW SELLER, ESPECIALLY ON AN ITEM COSTING SEVERAL HUNDRED TO SEVERAL THOUSAND DOLLARS, OFTEN REQUIRES A GREAT LEAP OF FAITH.....NOT TO WORRY....EVER....WITH US. YOUR INTEREST AND CONCERNS ARE OURS. WE PRIDE OURSELVES IN CUSTOMER CARE THAT CANNOT BE MATCHED. LINK TO CUSTOMER FEEDBACK: http://www.dryadstudios.com/html/feedback___customers__comments.htm PLEASE, READ THIS DESCRIPTION CAREFULLY. FINISHING OF THIS ITEM IS INCLUDED IN THE PURCHASE PRICE. WE WILL WORK WITH THE CUSTOMER TO FIND A SUITABLE COLOR. ALL STAINING AND FINISHING IS INCLUDED IN AUCTION PRICE. PLEASE READ OUR OTHER LISTING FOR A DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE QUALITY OF OUR WORK, OUR METHODS OF CONSTRUCTION, AND OUR FINISH......NONE BETTER. THIS PIECE IS AS GOOD AS IT GETS.