| Color | Natural |
|---|---|
| Product Dimensions | 22.85"D x 18.9"W x 7"H |
| Material | beechwood, brass, leather |
| Brand | Mabef |
| Item Weight | 16.29 Pounds |
| Style | sketchbox |
| Assembly Required | No |
| Model Name | EASEL/SKETCH BX FULL FRENCH |
| Manufacturer | MacPherson's |
| Item Weight | 16.29 pounds |
| Item model number | MBM-22 |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Material Type | beechwood, brass, leather |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Manufacturer Part Number | MBM-22 |
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THE STORY
In 1948, Albino Bruno Mariotto, a cabinetmaker with a passion for painting began making easels in the small town of Ispra, Italy. They quickly became the preferred easel for Italian artists.
For more than 70 years MABEF's considerable experience and innovation in the Fine Arts has allowed them to perfect product lines for various painting styles. Their avant-garde state of the art construction techniques ensure precision and consistency of production, while their master craftsmanship results in products with unmatched functional and aesthetic qualities.
Today, MABEF is present in more than 60 countries around the world, bringing the "Made in Italy" style to all continents. Their experience, commitment and passion has led MABEF to become the world leader in the production of wooden easels and accessories for painters. MABEF ensures every artist an "EASEL THAT LASTS A LIFETIME!"
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| material | beechwood, brass, leather | Beech, Brass | Beech | Beech | Oak | Oak |
| style | sketchbox | Box | Box,Foldable,Portable | Portable,Adjustable,Foldable,Box | Walnut | Grey |
| assembly required | ✗ | ✗ | ✓ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| weight | 16.29 pounds | 8.48 pounds | 6.7 kilograms | 7.9 kilograms | — | — |
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Good but declining in quality
I ordered this easel because I had read that Mabef is currently top of the line, and that the Julian easels have declined a lot in quality. Unfortunately I think Mabef has as well. At first I thought I may have received a counterfeit, but when I sent photos to Mabef in Italy they confirmed that this one is genuine.The frame is solid beech wood, but the top of the sketchbox is now made of plywood. Note in my picture it is more marblized than normal beech wood, and just looks and feels cheaper. The Palette feels like plastic, but I was told it is also some sort of treated plywood "to make it easier to clean".Next, the leather handle has also been cheapened. Compared to the old version, which is still pictured on Mabef's website, the new handle is much flimsier and doesn't have the decorative brass rivets anymore. It is still made of leather though.Lastly, the inside of the drawer no longer has notches, but rather it has thin metal dividers that clip to the sides which I feel are less attractive and harder to get in and out. Mabef told me they changed the design because people complained the old ones were harder to adjust, but I suspect they did it to cut costs.The easel is nice enough that I will keep it, though. The joints are well made (interlocking wood, not glued) and the legs are sturdy and easy to adjust. Mine stayed up, no problems. You just have to really tighten the bolts when you set it up. And heads up, the instructions for how to set it up are INSIDE the sketchbox, so you should open that first.Bottom line: Still a fine easel, but lower quality than what I had hoped for considering Mabef's reputation. Perhaps I should look for a gently used one that was made a few years ago...
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Reviewed in the United States on August 1, 2015
I ordered this easel because I had read that Mabef is currently top of the line, and that the Julian easels have declined a lot in quality. Unfortunately I think Mabef has as well. At first I thought I may have received a counterfeit, but when I sent photos to Mabef in Italy they confirmed that this one is genuine.
The frame is solid beech wood, but the top of the sketchbox is now made of plywood. Note in my picture it is more marblized than normal beech wood, and just looks and feels cheaper. The Palette feels like plastic, but I was told it is also some sort of treated plywood "to make it easier to clean".
Next, the leather handle has also been cheapened. Compared to the old version, which is still pictured on Mabef's website, the new handle is much flimsier and doesn't have the decorative brass rivets anymore. It is still made of leather though.
Lastly, the inside of the drawer no longer has notches, but rather it has thin metal dividers that clip to the sides which I feel are less attractive and harder to get in and out. Mabef told me they changed the design because people complained the old ones were harder to adjust, but I suspect they did it to cut costs.
The easel is nice enough that I will keep it, though. The joints are well made (interlocking wood, not glued) and the legs are sturdy and easy to adjust. Mine stayed up, no problems. You just have to really tighten the bolts when you set it up. And heads up, the instructions for how to set it up are INSIDE the sketchbox, so you should open that first.
Bottom line: Still a fine easel, but lower quality than what I had hoped for considering Mabef's reputation. Perhaps I should look for a gently used one that was made a few years ago...
The frame is solid beech wood, but the top of the sketchbox is now made of plywood. Note in my picture it is more marblized than normal beech wood, and just looks and feels cheaper. The Palette feels like plastic, but I was told it is also some sort of treated plywood "to make it easier to clean".
Next, the leather handle has also been cheapened. Compared to the old version, which is still pictured on Mabef's website, the new handle is much flimsier and doesn't have the decorative brass rivets anymore. It is still made of leather though.
Lastly, the inside of the drawer no longer has notches, but rather it has thin metal dividers that clip to the sides which I feel are less attractive and harder to get in and out. Mabef told me they changed the design because people complained the old ones were harder to adjust, but I suspect they did it to cut costs.
The easel is nice enough that I will keep it, though. The joints are well made (interlocking wood, not glued) and the legs are sturdy and easy to adjust. Mine stayed up, no problems. You just have to really tighten the bolts when you set it up. And heads up, the instructions for how to set it up are INSIDE the sketchbox, so you should open that first.
Bottom line: Still a fine easel, but lower quality than what I had hoped for considering Mabef's reputation. Perhaps I should look for a gently used one that was made a few years ago...
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Reviewed in the United States on May 3, 2018
