A great lathe project. The center turned post is 5-1/2 inches wide and supports a handy table area (20" x 16") great for books or snacks, which feature belaying pins on the back rail. Belaying pins are used on traditionally rigged sailing vessels to secure lines of running rigging. The lines would be twisted or knotted around the top and bottom of the pins. This handsome lamp stands 57 inches tall