Best Halley Oak Studio Easel - $572

Best Halley Oak Studio Easel - Beautiful and strong, the Halley will tilt into a table for gessoing, varnishing, or watercolor work. It will tilt forward for pastel artists to allow pastel dust to fall from the work surface. Plus, the Halley has a multitude of height and tilt settings for the oil, acrylic, or airbrush artist. Will hold canvasses up to 80 inches vertical and 82 inches horizontal. Removal of middle painting tray is necessary for maximum canvas size. Self leveling tray/palette features a melamine paint mixing surface with small stainless steel canisters for oil, solvents, paints, etc. Top, bottom and middle painting trays have rubber grips to keep canvas secure. Minimum vertical height 54 inches with a maximum height of 84 inches. Height when used as a table 36 inches. Base measures 24 inches wide by 27 inches deep. Bottom shelf for storage of art supplies, books, etc. Partial assembly required. Each BEST Easel is made of American Oak, sanded to a smooth surface, then hand-rubbed with oil to reveal the inherent beauty of the wood grain. The craftsmen at BEST nail, glue, and wood screw every joint, guaranteeing strength and precision. Only the highest quality hardware is used as these easels are constructed to last a lifetime. This easel can be shipped by UPS for $49.95 anywhere in the 48 contiguous states. Granted a little high, but this is due to the convenience of shipping a partially assembled easel. All you do is take it out of the box, attach the trays and start painting.