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What are library ladders called?

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What are library ladders called?
Library ladders can also be called elephant ladders or the No. 70 ladder. They are typically made with rungs and not steps, which can be somewhat difficult to climb. On 1stDibs, find a collection of antique library ladders from some of the world’s top sellers.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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Antique Craftsman Maple Library Step Ladder
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Turn of the century, craftsman, maple, A-frame, library step ladder features decoratively carved
Category

Early 20th Century American American Craftsman Ladders

Materials

Maple

Vintage Pine Library Step Ladder with Gip Pole
Located in STOKE ON TRENT, GB
Vintage Pine Library Step Ladder This vintage library step ladder is made of solid pine wood
Category

Mid-20th Century Ladders

Materials

Wood

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
Category

Antique 19th Century French Provincial Ladders

Materials

Wood, Oak

19th Century French Folding Library Step Ladder
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Handsome late 19th century French country folding library ladder. Featuring a handcrafted design
Category

Antique 19th Century French Country Ladders

Materials

Iron

Antique English Folding Library Step Ladder, 1880s
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Antique English Folding Library Step Ladder, 1800s adorned with aged iron hardware. This exquisite
Category

Antique 19th Century English Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Iron

19th Century French Country Carved Pine Folding Library Step Ladder
Located in Dallas, TX
Decorate a study or a library with this whimsical antique ladder. Crafted in Lyon, France circa
Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Country Ladders

Materials

Iron

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