Authentic French-made Artist-Owned Jullian Paris French Box Easel owned and used by Colorado artist Ellie Weakley. This authentic Jullian Paris French folding box easel was acquired directly from the estate of noted Colorado artist Ellie Weakley. Unlike most Jullian easels available today, this example bears Ellie Weakley’s handwritten name on the upper front rail, identifying it as her personal working easel. Jullian easels have long been regarded as one of the finest professional French plein-air easels and remain highly sought after by artists and collectors alike. This easel retains its original brass Jullian badge, leather carrying handle, folding tripod legs, wooden palette, and integrated paint storage drawer. Whether you are looking for a professional plein-air easel or a unique piece of Colorado art history, this is an exceptional example. Authentic Jullian Paris French Box Easel. Original brass Jullian maker’s badge. Integrated paint storage drawer. Handwritten “Ellie Weakley” on upper rail. A redacted copy of the original Fairlight Estate Sales invoice documenting its acquisition will be included with the sale. Honest artist paint wear. Normal scratches and finish wear consistent with age and use. No known structural repairs. Very good vintage condition with expected paint residue and signs of professional artist use. All visible wear is consistent with decades of studio and plein-air painting. Please review all photographs carefully, as they are considered part of the description.

Mabef Italian-Made French Folding Field Easel with Integrated Paint Box. Estate Provenance from Renowned Watercolor Artist Ellie Weakley. Offered is a beautiful professional-quality Mabef Italian-made French folding field easel featuring an integrated paint box, sliding metal palette tray, leather carrying handle, adjustable canvas supports, and solid hardwood construction. Mabef has long been regarded as one of the world’s premier manufacturers of professional artist easels. This classic French-style field easel is designed for plein air painting while also functioning as a compact studio easel. This easel was acquired through Fairlight Estate Sales as part of the Estate of renowned watercolor artist Ellie Weakley. While acquired directly from Ellie Weakley’s estate, no independent documentation accompanies the easel confirming that it was personally used by the artist. Buyers should evaluate the included provenance accordingly. The easel shows authentic signs of artist use, including original paint residue on the palette surface, giving it outstanding character while remaining fully functional. French folding field easel design. Sliding galvanized metal palette tray. Folds into compact carrying case. Excellent for plein air or studio painting. Very good pre-owned condition. Opens, folds and locks properly. Leather handle is secure. Original artist paint residue throughout. Normal cosmetic wear consistent with professional artistic use. No structural damage noted. Please review all photographs carefully as they form part of the description. Mabef Italian French Field Easel. Sliding metal palette tray. Redacted Fairlight Estate Sales invoice documenting acquisition from the Ellie Weakley estate.