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Period: Mid-19th Century
Victorian Oak Library Ladder in the Shape of a Lion
Located in Hannover, DE
This Biboltheks-Leiter is a remarkable piece of equipment. The Eichenholz was meticulously hand-crafted by our skilled artisans. The processing and selection of the Oakwood were carr...
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English Victorian Antique Mid-19th Century Ladders

Materials

Oak

Victorian Oak Library Ladder in the Shape of a Lion
Victorian Oak Library Ladder in the Shape of a Lion

Victorian Oak Library Ladder in the Shape of a Lion

$1,187
An English Mahogany Library Stair with 3 Leather Lined Steps and Single Drawer
Located in San Francisco, CA
An unusual and attractive set of English mahogany Regency style library stairs, each tread lined in brown gilt-tooled leather ending in an identically lined platform. The steps have ...
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English Regency Antique Mid-19th Century Ladders

Materials

Brass

An English Mahogany Library Stair with 3 Leather Lined Steps and Single Drawer
An English Mahogany Library Stair with 3 Leather Lined Steps and Single Drawer

An English Mahogany Library Stair with 3 Leather Lined Steps and Single Drawer

$2,920 Sale Price / item
20% Off
Antique French Rustic Primitive Green Distress Painted 103" Wooden Barn Ladder
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique French Rustic Primitive Green Distress Painted 103" Wooden Barn Ladder. Circa Mid 19th Century. Measurements: 103" H x 19" W x 5" D.
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Unknown Adam Style Antique Mid-19th Century Ladders

Materials

Wood

Antique French Rustic Primitive Green Distress Painted 103" Wooden Barn Ladder
Antique French Rustic Primitive Green Distress Painted 103" Wooden Barn Ladder

Antique French Rustic Primitive Green Distress Painted 103" Wooden Barn Ladder

$550
19Thc Mortised Textile /Quilt or Rug Rack
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19Thc Early & hand crafted quilt or textile rack.It folds up as its hinged.It has early mortised & pegged construction .It is in very good condition.
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American Adirondack Antique Mid-19th Century Ladders

Materials

Wood

19Thc Mortised Textile /Quilt or Rug Rack
19Thc Mortised Textile /Quilt or Rug Rack

19Thc Mortised Textile /Quilt or Rug Rack

$956 Sale Price
20% Off
English William IV Period Satinwood Leather Library Steps, 3rdq 19th cen.
Located in Atlanta, GA
in the form of a rectangular box raised on turned legs, the top and pull-out step with stenciled leather insets, the interior lined in green velvet, depth with step extended 23.5 inches
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English William IV Antique Mid-19th Century Ladders

Materials

Satinwood

English William IV Period Satinwood Leather Library Steps, 3rdq 19th cen.
English William IV Period Satinwood Leather Library Steps, 3rdq 19th cen.

English William IV Period Satinwood Leather Library Steps, 3rdq 19th cen.

$3,100
Large Library Step Ladder Attributed to London Film School by Stephens Carter
Located in Llanbrynmair, GB
An imposing 1970 film prop ladder by maker Stephens & Carter, stamped L.F.S (London Film School). In good solid condition with nice wear and paint. Original...
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British Mid-Century Modern Antique Mid-19th Century Ladders

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Wood

Large Library Step Ladder Attributed to London Film School by Stephens Carter
Large Library Step Ladder Attributed to London Film School by Stephens Carter

Large Library Step Ladder Attributed to London Film School by Stephens Carter

$1,094
French Country Metamorphic Chair and Sturdy Ladder Steps a Very Useful Piece
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
French Country Metamorphic Chair and Sturdy Ladder Steps A very useful piece, this handy little chair can be flipped over and turned into a small 4 step ladder...
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Arts and Crafts Antique Mid-19th Century Ladders

Materials

Oak

French Country Metamorphic Chair and Sturdy Ladder Steps a Very Useful Piece
French Country Metamorphic Chair and Sturdy Ladder Steps a Very Useful Piece

French Country Metamorphic Chair and Sturdy Ladder Steps a Very Useful Piece

$2,890
Antique 1830 William IV Flamed Hardwood Metamorphic Library Armchair Steps
By Gillows of Lancaster London
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this large and collectable lightly restored William IV circa 1830 Flamed Mahogany, metamorphic armchair which converts into Library steps attributed to Gillows of Lancaster and London. This is a wonderful piece of English history, I have never seen another with such elegant turned front legs, usually they are plainer and straight timber. The seat pad has been upholstered with a grey linen, the steps and raw flamed mahogany and look amazing. This chair is an important and extremely expensive looking thing that commands attention in any setting. You can see the same model made by Gillows currently viewed in the Victorian & Albert Museum, below is an extra from their listing. The period 1800-1825 was a great one for ‘patent’ or ‘metamorphic’ furniture This chair, which transforms into a short set of steps for use with bookshelves, is close to a design for a ‘Library Chair’ published in Rudolph Ackermann’s Repository of the Arts in July 1811, which was made by the London firm of Morgan and Saunders, of Catherine Street, Strand. They were well known for their ingenious furniture, including reading chairs with writing surfaces attached and a great variety of travelling beds...
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English William IV Antique Mid-19th Century Ladders

Materials

Hardwood

Antique 1830 William IV Flamed Hardwood Metamorphic Library Armchair Steps
Antique 1830 William IV Flamed Hardwood Metamorphic Library Armchair Steps

Antique 1830 William IV Flamed Hardwood Metamorphic Library Armchair Steps

$15,140
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Gorgeous 19th century antique Black Forest Extendable bookshelf hand carved from Switzerland. Lovely carved bears by a master carver & Black Forest floral styled base. These make mar...
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Swiss Black Forest Antique Mid-19th Century Ladders

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Wood

Antique 19th Century Black Forest Bear Book Shelf / Book Rack Hand Carved Swiss
Antique 19th Century Black Forest Bear Book Shelf / Book Rack Hand Carved Swiss

Antique 19th Century Black Forest Bear Book Shelf / Book Rack Hand Carved Swiss

$1,073
H 5.71 in W 14.18 in D 5.91 in
Early 20th Century Austrian Library Ladder, Antique Folk Art
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Created in Austria around 1920s and standing strong and very sturdy, this is a real beauty in every House. Versatile and practical, the elegant essential is in very good used conditi...
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Austrian Mid-Century Modern Mid-19th Century Ladders

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Wood

Early 20th Century Austrian Library Ladder, Antique Folk Art
Early 20th Century Austrian Library Ladder, Antique Folk Art

Early 20th Century Austrian Library Ladder, Antique Folk Art

$520
H 37.25 in W 14.88 in D 26.5 in
MidCentury Painted Black Walnut 4 Tier Spiral Library Book Staircase Step Ladder
Located in Casteren, NL
On offer here is a beautiful Italian turned painted walnut wood circular step ladder. The staircase offers four stairs, each with a gold leaf decorated inlay of cognac-coloured shee...
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Italian Mid-Century Modern Mid-19th Century Ladders

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Gold Leaf

MidCentury Painted Black Walnut 4 Tier Spiral Library Book Staircase Step Ladder
MidCentury Painted Black Walnut 4 Tier Spiral Library Book Staircase Step Ladder

MidCentury Painted Black Walnut 4 Tier Spiral Library Book Staircase Step Ladder

$1,372 Sale Price
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H 60.24 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in
19th Century French Folding Library Step Ladder in Walnut
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
This elegant French folding ladder, crafted in walnut and dating from the late 19th century, is a rare piece that combines practicality with refined craftsmanship. Featuring six step...
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French Napoleon III Antique Mid-19th Century Ladders

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Walnut

19th Century French Folding Library Step Ladder in Walnut
19th Century French Folding Library Step Ladder in Walnut

19th Century French Folding Library Step Ladder in Walnut

$2,010
H 52.37 in W 22.45 in D 33.47 in
Antique Original Painted and Patina Ladder
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
Circa 1960. We are delighted to offer this lovely painted original pine ladder A good looking and decorative piece.   
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Mexican Industrial Vintage Mid-19th Century Ladders

Materials

Pine

Antique Original Painted and Patina Ladder
Antique Original Painted and Patina Ladder

Antique Original Painted and Patina Ladder

$700
H 45.28 in W 18.12 in D 29.53 in
Vintage Rustic Wooden Decorative Storage Trunk.
Located in Seattle, WA
Rustic Storage Trunk with Original Metal Hardware and Patina. Sturdy Construction. No Maker’s Mark. Vintage Condition Consistent with Age as Pictured. Dimensions. 29 W ; 8 D ; 9 H
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Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid-19th Century Ladders

Materials

Wood

Vintage Rustic Wooden Decorative Storage Trunk.
Vintage Rustic Wooden Decorative Storage Trunk.

Vintage Rustic Wooden Decorative Storage Trunk.

$225
H 9 in W 29 in D 8 in
Pair of Japanese Lacquered Trunks or Tables on Custom Stands, 19th Century
Located in San Francisco, CA
A pair of lacquered trunks with iron hardware mounted on custom-made later stands. One trunk having a single drawer at one end. The detachable lids on these trunks are linen wrapped ...
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Japanese Edo Antique Mid-19th Century Ladders

Materials

Iron

Pair of Japanese Lacquered Trunks or Tables on Custom Stands, 19th Century
Pair of Japanese Lacquered Trunks or Tables on Custom Stands, 19th Century

Pair of Japanese Lacquered Trunks or Tables on Custom Stands, 19th Century

$3,375 / set
H 16 in W 27 in D 15.75 in
Antique Library Ladder with Great Patina
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19th C. rustic library ladder. Most of the original paint has worn off but it has a great patina.
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Unknown Rustic Mid-19th Century Ladders

Materials

Iron

Antique Library Ladder with Great Patina
Antique Library Ladder with Great Patina

Antique Library Ladder with Great Patina

$450 Sale Price
52% Off
H 99 in W 26 in D 9 in
Antique French Provincial Country Oak Wood Folding Library Step Ladder
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique French Provincial country oak wood folding library step ladder. Item features remarkable patina, fold out steps, exposed joinery, solid wo...
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French Provincial Antique Mid-19th Century Ladders

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Wood, Oak

Antique French Provincial Country Oak Wood Folding Library Step Ladder
Antique French Provincial Country Oak Wood Folding Library Step Ladder

Antique French Provincial Country Oak Wood Folding Library Step Ladder

$1,295
H 37.5 in W 16.5 in D 12 in
Midcentury Italian Carved Walnut Wood and Leather Spiral 4-Step Library Ladder
Located in Carimate, Como
Beautiful Italian carved walnut wood tall circular step ladder with four stairs rolled around a turned, central post embellished with a decorative finial. Each step is upholstered with red leather and golden classic frame. Versatile and practical, the elegant library essential is in excellent condition with a rich walnut patina. Use this vintage staircase...
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Italian Mid-Century Modern Mid-19th Century Ladders

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Leather, Wood

Midcentury Italian Carved Walnut Wood and Leather Spiral 4-Step Library Ladder
Midcentury Italian Carved Walnut Wood and Leather Spiral 4-Step Library Ladder

Midcentury Italian Carved Walnut Wood and Leather Spiral 4-Step Library Ladder

$1,799
H 47.25 in W 16.15 in D 16.15 in
Late 19th Century Regency Style Library Steps
Located in Winnetka, IL
A late 19th century freestanding library step constructed in oak. The piece has three steps integrated into a single body. Each tread is inset with tooled leather panels. The design ...
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Unknown Regency Antique Mid-19th Century Ladders

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Leather, Oak

Late 19th Century Regency Style Library Steps
Late 19th Century Regency Style Library Steps

Late 19th Century Regency Style Library Steps

$1,500
H 52 in W 30 in D 18 in
Putnam Rolling Ladder Oak library Steps Ladder
Located in Germantown, MD
A Putnam Rolling Ladder Company Oak library Steps Ladder in great vintage condition. Measures 17" in width, 19.5" in depth and stands 38" tall.
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American Mid-Century Modern Mid-19th Century Ladders

Materials

Oak

Putnam Rolling Ladder Oak library Steps Ladder
Putnam Rolling Ladder Oak library Steps Ladder

Putnam Rolling Ladder Oak library Steps Ladder

$1,346 Sale Price
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H 38.5 in W 17 in D 19.5 in
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19th C. French Poplar and Pine Five-Step Folding Ladder with Chain Supports
Located in Dallas, TX
Crafted in France circa 1870, this five-step folding ladder is made from poplar and pine with a warm, timeworn patina that reflects its utilitarian past. The broad top platform reach...
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French Country Antique Mid-19th Century Ladders

Materials

Pine, Poplar

19th C. French Poplar and Pine Five-Step Folding Ladder with Chain Supports
19th C. French Poplar and Pine Five-Step Folding Ladder with Chain Supports

19th C. French Poplar and Pine Five-Step Folding Ladder with Chain Supports

H 40 in W 25 in D 7 in
Fine Set of English Walnut Regency Style Library Steps on Casters
Located in San Francisco, CA
A fine and substantial set of English Regency style library steps with handrails, the 3 treads notched into the frame rising to an X shaped enclosure. The side rails are decorated wi...
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English Regency Antique Mid-19th Century Ladders

Materials

Steel

Fine Set of English Walnut Regency Style Library Steps on Casters
Fine Set of English Walnut Regency Style Library Steps on Casters

Fine Set of English Walnut Regency Style Library Steps on Casters

H 74.5 in W 24 in D 24 in
19th century French pine librarysteps ...
Located in Brecht, BE
eyecatcher ... born as 19th century library steps but can be used everywhere in the house ...
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French Antique Mid-19th Century Ladders

Materials

Pine

19th century French pine librarysteps ...
19th century French pine librarysteps ...

19th century French pine librarysteps ...

H 32.29 in W 18.12 in D 28.35 in
Rare Late Edo Period Japanese Tansu Steps Wabi Sabi
Located in London, GB
A large set of Japanese Edo period paper-lined steps used for the storage of tea. Heavily patinated cedar with many age old repairs. Likely used in a grocers.
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Japanese Antique Mid-19th Century Ladders

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Cedar

Rare Late Edo Period Japanese Tansu Steps Wabi Sabi
Rare Late Edo Period Japanese Tansu Steps Wabi Sabi

Rare Late Edo Period Japanese Tansu Steps Wabi Sabi

H 24.41 in W 26.19 in D 20.87 in
Swedish Primitive Ladder - 19th century
Located in Farsta, SE
Swedish Primitive Ladder - 19th century Made from a solid piece of wood, with carved-out steps. Has been shortened due to root rot. Beautiful gray p...
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Swedish Scandinavian Modern Antique Mid-19th Century Ladders

Materials

Pine

Swedish Primitive Ladder - 19th century
Swedish Primitive Ladder - 19th century

Swedish Primitive Ladder - 19th century

H 77.17 in W 6.3 in D 5.52 in
ANTiQUE FRENCH NAPOLEON III CIRCA 1850 HARDWOOD LEATHER LIBRARY STEPS LADDER
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this stunning Antique French Napoleon III circa 1850 Mahogany folding library steps with green leather tread...
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French Napoleon III Antique Mid-19th Century Ladders

Materials

Leather, Hardwood

ANTiQUE FRENCH NAPOLEON III CIRCA 1850 HARDWOOD LEATHER LIBRARY STEPS LADDER
ANTiQUE FRENCH NAPOLEON III CIRCA 1850 HARDWOOD LEATHER LIBRARY STEPS LADDER

ANTiQUE FRENCH NAPOLEON III CIRCA 1850 HARDWOOD LEATHER LIBRARY STEPS LADDER

H 55.12 in W 18.31 in D 23.63 in
Antique 19th Century Mahogany Tooled Gilded Leather Library Steps Commode 1860
Located in Portland, OR
A very good set of antique 19th century mahogany library steps, circa 1860. This set of library steps are made of solid flamed mahogany, the upper two steps of ogee form and all three steps are inset with an original high quality tooled & gilded 'Oxblood' colored inset leather. The very top step with a hinged top with a storage area underneath, the middle step pulls forward to reveal a surprise and quite the talking point; an original lidded porcelain chamber pot...
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English High Victorian Antique Mid-19th Century Ladders

Materials

Leather, Porcelain, Mahogany

Antique 19th Century Mahogany Tooled Gilded Leather Library Steps Commode 1860
Antique 19th Century Mahogany Tooled Gilded Leather Library Steps Commode 1860

Antique 19th Century Mahogany Tooled Gilded Leather Library Steps Commode 1860

H 25.5 in W 32.125 in D 17.75 in
Fine Antique Mid Victorian circa 1850 Metamorphic Library Steps Original
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are is delighted to offer for sale this lovely antique Mid Victorian metamorphic library steps chair in oak with period carvings to the back A very charming and highly collectable piece, designed as an at home library steps and reading chair, these are used to add a sense of grand occasion to a standard bookcase...
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English High Victorian Antique Mid-19th Century Ladders

Materials

Oak

Fine Antique Mid Victorian circa 1850 Metamorphic Library Steps Original
Fine Antique Mid Victorian circa 1850 Metamorphic Library Steps Original

Fine Antique Mid Victorian circa 1850 Metamorphic Library Steps Original

H 32.49 in W 16.15 in D 18.31 in
19th Century French Pine Seven-Step Straight Ladder
Located in Dallas, TX
Decorate a study or library with this tall and elegant antique ladder. Crafted in France circa 870, the sturdy straight ladder stands on demi-lune branches and features 7 rungs, the ...
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French Country Antique Mid-19th Century Ladders

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Oak

19th Century French Pine Seven-Step Straight Ladder
19th Century French Pine Seven-Step Straight Ladder

19th Century French Pine Seven-Step Straight Ladder

H 88 in W 20 in D 4 in
19thc English Folding Library Ladder
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19thc English Library ladder with peg construction. great form., has a rope connection for stability. Great folding ladder that may be easily moved and used accordingly. Great patina...
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American Adirondack Antique Mid-19th Century Ladders

Materials

Wood

19thc English Folding Library Ladder
19thc English Folding Library Ladder

19thc English Folding Library Ladder

H 66 in W 20 in D 40 in
Mid-19th Century French Carved Oak and Iron Seven-Step Folding Library Ladder
Located in Dallas, TX
This elegant antique step ladder was created in France, circa 1870. Made of solid oak with folding iron mechanism, the sturdy ladder features seven...
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French Rustic Antique Mid-19th Century Ladders

Materials

Oak

Mid-19th Century French Carved Oak and Iron Seven-Step Folding Library Ladder
Mid-19th Century French Carved Oak and Iron Seven-Step Folding Library Ladder

Mid-19th Century French Carved Oak and Iron Seven-Step Folding Library Ladder

H 54 in W 23 in D 6 in
English Mahogany Folding Ladder
Located in Westwood, NJ
A 19th century English mahogany folding coaching ladder with molded supports, pegged construction and a wonderful warm aged patina.  
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European Early Victorian Antique Mid-19th Century Ladders

Materials

Mahogany

English Mahogany Folding Ladder
English Mahogany Folding Ladder

English Mahogany Folding Ladder

H 80 in W 13 in D 4 in

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