a rose by any name is still a rose

this device is called by many names...
art horse
bench easel
donkey easel
and a few others that elude me at the moment .

bottom line is it's very comfortable and very versatile . light enough to be moved from room to room ,sturdy enough to do most anything .

Here's a video that details its use:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=prRpWMdkfMk