The Martin Universal Italia Aluminum Watercolor Easel incorporates a steel tripod base within the aluminum construction for superior lightweight rigidity. This easel adjusts horizontally 0 degrees to 90 degrees and vertically, giving you superior versatility. It can be used as a tabletop or full-sized easel and accommodates up to a 47-inch canvas. The retractable metal legs have rubber feet to keep it stable. This easel quickly folds into a small size and weighs only 4 pounds. The included carry bag makes it highly portable and easy to store. About Martin Universal Design, Inc. Over 40 years ago, Dennis Kapp founded Martin Universal Design, Inc., which incorporated the wholesale, importing, and manufacturing of Northwest Blue Print, the company Mr. Kapp"s father founded in 1946. The Kapp family then purchased a business started by Ray Martin, who was the first designer and crafter of drafting templates in the United States. Since then, the family has been carrying on the tradition of creating high-quality artist accessories and furniture. Today, Martin Universal Design, Inc. supplies the art industry with a complete range of quality artist accessories, drafting tables, materials, and tools. * Made of lightweight yet durable aluminum * 3-in-1 easel adjusts horizontally and vertically * Accommodates up to 30.5 inch watercolor or 47 inch canvas * Tabletop dimensions: 40H x 16D inches * Easily folds into compact size for storage or transport * Convenient carry bag makes it easy to bring your art along