The MABEF M/29 Alternative Basic Field Easel is a beautiful and functional travel easel. It is a well-constructed folding sketch easel, which is lightweight (only 1.6 Kgs) and folds up into a tight, compact portable unit. Artists use the basic field easel for sketching, watercolour and oil painting. The tripod easel has plenty of room for large scale work, supporting canvases up to a maximum height of 45 ¼" or 115 cm and 4 Kgs. Its large capacity can make a big difference in how you approach working outdoors. The canvas holder can be angled from vertical to horizontal forming a table for use with watercolours. Constructed of stain-resistant beech wood and finished with natural oils to enhance the beauty of the wood. The Easel is crafted in the finest tradition of Italian woodworking. A strap secures folded easel for transport or storage.