Late 19th Century Mercier Frères Library Ladder
By Mercier Freres
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Fantastic late 19th century library ladder from Mercier Freres.
Antique Late 19th Century French Rustic Ladders
Wood, Paint
Late 19th Century Mercier Frères Library Ladder
By Mercier Freres
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Fantastic late 19th century library ladder from Mercier Freres.
Wood, Paint
19th century French Library ladder
By French House & Garden
Located in Glasgow, GB
A beautifully crafted 19th century French library ladder. Hand made carved from Elmwood. and in exceptional condition.
Elm
19th Century French Folding Library Step Ladder
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Handsome late 19th century French country folding library ladder.
Iron
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.
Walnut
$4,237 / set
H 96 in W 21 in D 3 in
Tall Antique 19th Century Country House Library Ladders of Welsh Heritage - Pair
Located in Llanbrynmair, GB
An exceptional pair of Antique Library Ladders, handcrafted from pitch pine and featuring a beautiful rich oak colour palette.
Wood
19th Century French Pine Folding Library Ladder with Six Steps
Located in Dallas, TX
Crafted in France circa 1870, the 19th-century step ladder is built in pine with a warm, naturally aged patina and features six graduated steps rising to a tall platform at the top.
Pine
$1,600
H 36 in W 15 in D 13.5 in
19th Century French Carved Walnut and Red Leather Three-Step Library Ladder
Located in Dallas, TX
This antique library stairs was created in France, circa 1880. The three-step ladder with supportive backrest handle at the top, stands on small front turned legs. Each step is uphol...
Leather, Walnut
$1,295
H 37.5 in W 16.5 in D 12 in
Antique French Provincial Country Oak Wood Folding Library Step Ladder
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Circa 19th Century. Measurements: 37.5" H x 16.5" W x 12" D (closed) x 27" D (open).
Wood, Oak
$7,500
H 32.75 in W 19.5 in D 23 in
Rustic Black Forest Walnut Library Ladder with Carved Branch Design
Located in Queens, NY
Rustic Black Forest (19th Cent) walnut 3 step library ladder with carved branch design. (late 19th cent.)
Walnut
19th Century, Italian Neoclassical Walnut Library Staircase
Located in IT
19th Century, Italian Neoclassical Walnut Library Staircase The particular library staircase was built in the neoclassical era, around the beginning of the 19th century, in Piedmont...
Walnut
$4,500
H 47 in W 23.25 in D 23.25 in
English 19th Century Walnut Library Steps with Handrail and Turned Supports
Located in Atlanta, GA
This handsome set of English library steps dates to the 19th century and is crafted in solid walnut, presenting a warm, honey-toned surface that has mellowed beautifully with age. De...
Walnut
$1,069
H 92 in W 22 in D 48.75 in
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. Originally designed and used as a...
Wood
$1,307
H 26.78 in W 20.08 in D 27.56 in
English library stepladder/room convenience from the mid to late 19th century
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered this nice English antique library stepladder/room convenience from the mid to late 19th century. A unique item for the enthusiast! This nice antique English item comes from ...
Wood
English 19th c. Oak Library Steps with Handrail
Located in Greenwich, CT
A set of English 19th century library steps with integral handrail. In solid oak with decorative trefoil cutouts. A useful piece that also lends an erudite and architectural elemen...
Oak
Walnut Library Steps Chair
Located in Cheshire, GB
A well-crafted and versatile Victorian walnut metamorphic library chair, dating to the late 19th century. Designed with both practicality and decorative appeal, the chair easily conv...
Walnut
Antique English Library Steps
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Handsome 19th century English library stairs crafted in mahogany with three tooled red leather steps, two flip top storage compartments, a pull out drawer and turned legs.
Leather, Mahogany
Antique French Oak Library Steps
Located in Copenhagen K, DK
The surface shows a warm, golden patina, which is only achieved through the natural wear and tear of time, and the grain of the wood appears beautifully visible. Such library ladder...
Oak
Antique French Oak Library Stairs-Frankel
Located in Copenhagen K, DK
The surface shows a warm, golden patina, which is only achieved through the natural wear and tear of time, and the grain of the wood appears beautifully visible. Such library ladder...
Oak
Heavy Victorian Spiral Library Steps with Turned Supports
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Heavy Victorian Spiral Library Steps with Turned Supports A Great set of Library Steps, the 3 steps are in a spiral formation, they are in good condition, very sturdy and very usefu...
Walnut
Antique Walnut Metamorphic Library Chair
Located in Cheshire, GB
This beautifully crafted metamorphic library chair is made from solid walnut, prized for its rich color and fine grain. Designed to combine elegance with utility, the piece transform...
Walnut
$3,295
H 18.51 in W 17.33 in D 18.9 in
FULLY RESTORED ANTIQUE FLAMED HARDWOOD GREEN LEATHER CHESTERFIELD LIBRARY STEPs
By Chesterfield
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this absolutely stunning, fully restored, hand made in England Flamed Mahogany & Green Leather, Chesterfield...
Leather, Hardwood
Antique Oak Library Steps with Castors, France, Circa 1880
Located in Pease pottage, West Sussex
Large Scale Sculptors or Library Steps. Original castors Late 19th Century Robust and strong. France, Circa 1880.
Oak
Early Victorian Mahogany Library Steps with Upholstery, 1850
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Early Victorian Library Steps on Turned Legs A great set of Early Victorian Library steps This set of steps is in good condition, the top step and the middle step have hinged lids....
Mahogany
$2,920Sale Price / item|20% Off
H 29 in W 19 in D 40 in
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 ...
Brass
19th Century Italian Walnut Library Ladder
Located in Chicago, IL
A 19th-century Italian library ladder, custom-made for a music school in Turin.
Iron
19th Century Metamorphic Library Table/Ladder
Located in East Hampton, NY
Metamorphic library table......measurements of unfolded library: 83" in height, 59" in width, 18.75" in depth
Oak
19th Century Antique French Library Ladder, Handcrafted Walnut & Brass
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An antique French library ladder in a beautiful weathered condition and in good condition.
Metal, Brass
$145,000
H 106 in W 66 in D 26 in
Pair of 19th Century French Walnut Library Ladders, Napoleon III Style
Located in Queens, NY
Pair of French (19th Century) walnut library ladders with side railings and steps leading to a top platform (on casters) (attributed to Napoleon III's personal library) (Related item...
Walnut
English Regency Metamorphic Library Ladder
Located in Queens, NY
English Regency mahogany metamorphic library table/steps with hinged top & lion finial on a scrolled base. (with registry tag for J. Brodey, Bristol, dated March 12, 1851)
Bronze
$1,250
H 37.5 in W 16.5 in D 12 in
Antique French Provincial Country Oak Wood Folding Library Step Ladder
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Circa Late 19th Century. Measurements: 37.5" H x 16.5" W x 12" D (closed) x 27" D (open).
Oak
$7,500
H 28.25 in W 29.25 in D 14 in
Rustic Black Forest (19th Cent) walnut 3 step library ladder with carved branch
Located in Queens, NY
Continental Neoclassic (Possibly Russian, mid 19th Century) karelian birch and fruitwood bench with flaired arms and tapered legs.
Upholstery, Birch, Fruitwood
$4,800 / set
H 35 in W 16.5 in D 19 in
Pair of Hand-Painted Convertible Library Step Ladder Chairs with Dog Motif
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A charming and highly functional pair of handcrafted convertible step ladder chairs featuring whimsical hand-painted dog illustrations throughout. These unique folk art pieces effort...
Giltwood
Antique French Library Ladder, 19th Century, Original Paint
Located in New York, NY
- An exquisite utilitarian object, this 19th century library ladder features original paint with a beautiful patina and a striking profile
Wood, Paint
Late 19th Century Mahogany Library Ladder
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Late 19th Century Mahogany Library Ladder, 1860's Beautiful French Mahogany Library stairs, hand-carved with superb dovetailed joints.
Mahogany
Rare 19th c. Italian Library Ladder
Located in Milan, IT
Rare end of 19th century Italian oak library ladder,with original irons.
Oak
Library Ladder
Located in Newport Coast, CA
Very tall french library ladder
End of 19th Century Rare and High Library Ladder
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Folding library ladder in bambou like larch wood. Opened height: 105,5". Width: 14" and thickness: 2,75". Folded length: 118" by 2,75" diameter.
Antique Mahogany Simplex Library Ladder
Located in West Palm beach, FL
Antique library ladder. Scissor hinges on the sides read," Simplex Ladders".
Iron
19th Century English Fruitwood Library Steps
Located in Moreton-in-Marsh, Gloucestershire
19th century English set of fruitwood library steps; the five treads of tapering form on a traditional 'A' frame with turned tapering legs to the rear, united by stretchers. Strong a...
Fruitwood
Set of Victorian Mahogany Library Steps
Located in New York, NY
A very fine quality set of mahogany library steps rising to 8 ½ feet in height, with leather lined treads, a hand-rail the full length and book rest to the top. With wheels to the fr...
Leather, Mahogany
Pair of Victorian Mahogany Folding Library Steps
Located in Edinburgh, GB
Pair of Victorian mahogany folding library steps, circa 1870. The A frame is held in place by 2 large cast brass hinges, have 6 treads and are held in place by industrial sized brass...
Mahogany
Unavailable
H 46.25 in W 22 in D 37.5 in
Antique French Charles X Period Provincial Oak Library Steps, circa 1825
Located in Houston, TX
Antique French Charles oak library steps fitted with five reseeding steps, the upper two with acanthine-carved scrolling handles, angling, to form a rear foot guard, all raised on sq...
Late 19th Century Mercier Frères Library Ladder
By Mercier Freres
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Fantastic late 19th century library ladder from Mercier Freres.
Wood, Paint
19th Century Faux Bamboo Library Ladder
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
Particularly lovely library ladder, made from ash in the faux bamboo style. This ladder is gently tapering, measuring: 40cm wide at the base and 28cm at the top. The whole is...
Ash
19th Century French Gothic Library Ladder
Located in Dallas, TX
19th century French Gothic Library ladder makes an excellent antique accessory choice, making it more than just a piece of antique furniture!
Oak
English Regency Mahogany Antique Library Ladder, circa 19th Century
Located in Shippensburg, PA
A fine solid mahogany molded metamorphic library ladder with brass fittings, this form is crafted with tiny dowels that act as a pivot point for the larger ladder slats to rotate and...
Brass
19th Century English Oak Library Step Ladder with Brass Hardware
Located in Atlanta, GA
An English oak step library ladder from the 19th century. Step into the pages of history with this 19th-century English oak library ladder, a mix of utilitarian function and classic ...
Brass
French Library Ladder
Located in New York, NY
Antique Library Ladder from a university or study in the Paris area Handpicked by Ann-Morris buyers
19th Century French Pine Library Ladder with 11 Steps
Located in Dallas, TX
Crafted in France circa 1880, this exceptionally tall pine library ladder embodies the practical elegance of late 19th century design.
Pine
Folding Library Ladder
Located in Greenwich, CT
A library ladder of polished wood uprights with black iron rungs and iron hinge fittings that folds first into a pole and then further into to a three foot unit.
Iron
19th Century French Pine Library Ladder with 10 Steps
Located in Dallas, TX
Crafted in France circa 1880, this tall and slender library ladder is made from solid pine and retains its warm, aged patina. Measuring 108 inches high, the piece features two sturdy...
Pine
English Painted Scalloped Library Ladder
Located in Greenwich, CT
A well-proportioned and useful 19th century English library ladder having interesting original mustard painted decoration with scalloped sides.
Wood
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 1880 and made of pine, the sturdy step ladder features six steps including a wider and...
Iron
English Library Ladder Steps
Located in Troy, MI
English dark wood library ladder dates from approximately 1870. Sturdy, no loose joints.
Wood
Large French Library Ladder
Located in New York, NY
Antique Library Ladder from a university or study in the Paris area Handpicked by Ann-Morris buyers
Faux Bamboo Library Ladder
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
French faux bamboo library ladder. Extremely sturdy and made from ash.
Ash
English Stenciled Leather Top Library Ladder
Located in Atlanta, GA
Folding mahogany library ladder with stenciled leather top, oak trim and brass hardware.
Brass
A Fine Library folding pole ladder
Located in NYC, NY
A fine pole ladder wrapped in leather and finished in brass nail heads and brass caps at two ends.
Ex: Christies London
Sold
H 36.25 in W 17.5 in D 22 in
19th Century French Oak Metamorphic Folding Library Ladder or Step Stool
Located in Doylestown, PA
19th century French oak metamorphic library ladder or step stool, France, c. 1890's.
Mahogany, Oak
Sold
H 67.5 in W 21.5 in D 45.5 in
Large Late 19th Century French Hand Pegged Oak Library Ladder, Staircase
Located in Fayetteville, AR
This handsome hand pegged French library ladder from the late nineteenth century is constructed of oak and features a hand rail on the left side, providing stability when climbing fo...
Bronze
French Library or Artist Ladder
Located in Winter Park, FL
A superb artist or library folding ladder made of oak with mortise construction and original hardware. More photos available upon request. More antiques available at www.ofleury.com
Very Old Patinated Library Ladder
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Early 19th century, wonderful accent piece, iron ladder with original paint in a rust and orange chippy patina. Gradually narrows from bottom (17.5" W) to top (10.5"W) Is functional.
Iron
Regency Leather Bound Folding Library Ladder
Located in Milford, NH
Regency Style Leather-Bound Folding Library Ladder, probably late 19th or early 20th C. English, bound in dark brown leather with brass ends and brass tack trim and latch, the wooden...
Sold
H 22.45 in W 17.72 in D 22.05 in
19th Century Victorian Antique Carved Oak Shaped as Lions Library Steps Ladder
Located in Steinheim am Albuch, BW
Beautiful and rare oak library staircase with hand carved lions from the late 19th century.
Wood
Sold
H 76 in W 21.5 in L 76 in
Mid-19th Century French Country Carved Pine Library Step Ladder from Normandy
Located in Dallas, TX
This elegant six and a half foot antique ladder was created in Northern France, circa 1850. Made of solid pine, the sturdy step ladder features eight steps including a wider and deep...
Pine
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H 41 in W 19.5 in L 41 in
19th Century French Napoleon III Carved Walnut Folding Library Four-Step Ladder
Located in Dallas, TX
Crafted in Lyon, France circa 1880 and made of walnut, the stairs features four graduated steps to one side and connected to the opposing support with a wooden and metal action foldi...
Iron
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H 44 in W 17.5 in L 44 in
19th Century French Napoleon III Carved Walnut Folding Library Five-Step Ladder
Located in Dallas, TX
Crafted in Lyon, France circa 1880 and made of walnut, the stairs features five graduated steps to one side and connected to the opposing support with a wooden and metal action foldi...
Iron
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H 65 in W 14 in L 65 in
19th Century English Victorian Carved Pine and Iron Folding Library Step Ladder
Located in Dallas, TX
Decorate a study or a library with this whimsical antique ladder. Crafted in England circa 1880 and made of pine, the scalloped stairs features six graduated steps to one side and co...
Wrought Iron
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H 76.5 in W 20.75 in D 39.75 in
Late 19th Century French Beech Wood Library Ladder or Steps with Hand Rail
Located in Fayetteville, AR
This handsome hand pegged French library ladder from the late nineteenth century is constructed of beech wood and features a hand rail on the left side, providing stability when clim...
Beech
Library Steps, England, 19th Century
Located in Greding, DE
Small library steps made of mahogany with three tiers. The design features fluted pilaster-style decorations. Supported by turned baluster legs.
Mahogany
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H 54 in W 23 in D 6 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 steps ending with top handle. Prac...
Oak
19th century library steps
Located in Brecht, BE
library steps when closed you can store it and then the depth is only 52 cm.
Pine
19th Century French Wooden Library Steps
Located in High Point, NC
Wooden library steps created in 19th century France. Thoughtfully shaped and soothingly designed, this small staircase, created for reaching the top shelves of a library, imparts a s...
Wood
Victorian Leather and Brass Library Stick Ladder
Located in Essex, MA
Black leather with brass tacks stick form opening to a ladder with metal release latch.
Leather, Wood
Antique 19th Century Library Stairs
Located in Houston, TX
Antique 19th century library stairs in elm. Peg and Dowel construction. Six levels. Turnstile support. Great to use as a table next to an upholstered piece to add height in a room!
Elm
19th Century English Library Steps
Located in High Point, NC
19th century English oak library steps with double sided steps. The sides are hand carved decorated in a geometric pattern and have turnings applied on each side. The sides are shape...
Oak
19th Century Pine Library Steps
Located in Brecht, BE
Great piece of furniture in every library.
Pine
Solid English Mahogany Library Ladder with Brass Trim
Located in San Francisco, CA
Very high quality 4 step solid mahogany library ladder, in the English Regency style, and probably manufactured in England in the mid 20th Century. The ladder has a removable grab b...
Brass
French 19th Century Chestnut Library Steps
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
This simple yet sturdy French chestnut library step would be a fantastic addition to your home. It features a single handrail on the right side of the ladder and a small landing, wil...
Chestnut
Late 19th Century English Library Stairs
Located in San Francisco, CA
Late 19th c. English library stairs of walnut wood. Shaped frame with 4 steps carved and inscized decorative details. Paste wax finish. Good deep steps. Victorian.
Walnut
Pine Library Steps, Late 19th Century
Located in Pasadena, CA
This is a great set of late 19th-early 20th century. English library steps. These double-side pine steps are stained a dark mahogany and feature a single side pole for balance. The s...
Pine
19th Century English Painted Pine Library Steps
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
English 19th century painted pine library steps with detachable arm support, circa 1850. Height - 219cm/115cm. 19th century.
Pine
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H 72 in W 51 in D 21.5 in
Antique Original Gray Painted Folding French Library Ladder Marked "Paris"
Located in Round Top, TX
The wonderful worn gray paint is all original on this lovely library ladder from France. The top 8th rung acts as a small shelf if one cares to use it for display. The decorative fin...
Wood
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 ...
Leather, Oak
19th Century Set of Mahogany Library Steps
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Good quality set of library steps, circa 1850. Three steps each finished in brown leather with gold tooling. Top step with brass knob opens to a small cupboard space. Front panels...
Mahogany
French 19th Century Mobile Library Steps
Located in Santa Monica, CA
French xix mobile library steps with 7 steps and top platform. Stairs stand on 3 wheels
Walnut
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H 28 in W 27.5 in D 17.5 in
19th Century English Mahogany Folding Library Steps with Tooled Leather Insets
Located in Atlanta, GA
A fine set of 19th century English library steps in mahogany, cleverly designed to combine elegance and practicality. The four graduated steps are inset with tooled green leather pan...
Leather, Mahogany
19th c. Library Stairs
Located in Houston, TX
Decorative Library stairs with Railing for support. Made with 3 types of wood...Cherry, Ash and Elm. Beautiful patina.
Wood
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H 52 in W 29 in D 53 in
19th Century Italian Handcrafted Wood Folding Library Stairs, Tuscany circa 1860
Located in Encinitas, CA
19th century Italian handcrafted rustic wood folding library stair ladder, Tuscany, circa 1860.
Wood
$844
H 57.09 in Dm 22.84 in
20th Century English Leather Library Step or Stairs / Stepladder, Victorian
Located in Berlin, DE
20th Century English leather library step or stairs / stepladder, Victorian. Solid wood mahogany stained. English library manager / stepladder 20th century, Victorian. Four step w...
Leather, Mahogany
Italian Architectural Wall Unit in Walnut
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Wall unit or wardrobe, walnut, Italy, 1970s This striking wall unit from the 1970s reflects a bold modernist approach with an architectural appearance. Crafted from rich walnut, the...
Walnut
Paint Splattered Simplex Safety Step Ladder
By Simplex
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Paint splattered simplex safety step ladder This is a very useful and marvelous looking piece, the step ladder has 2 good long upright grab handles, it has a the Simplex snap acti...
Pine
Authentic Antique Brass Ship’s Ladder from the Late 19th Century
Located in Hamburg, DE
Step into the past with our authentic antique brass ship’s ladder dating back to the late 19th century. Originally crafted for ship cabins, this meticulously designed ladder seamless...
Brass
Small size oak wood library staircase
Located in MILL, NL
Gave library stairs / stairs. Early 20th century. Made of oak. Solid and sturdy. Dimensions: 54W x 137H x 61D
Oak
Spanish Library Ladder
Located in Houston, TX
Industrial stairs made of wood with great painted patina. Can be used as a library stair or would be a great display piece for a succulent collection or in a. bathroom with towels an...
Wood, Paint
American Victorian Oak Library Ladder
Located in Queens, NY
American Victorian style (20th Cent) oak straight library ladder.
Oak
$1,479
H 49 in W 22 in D 38 in
Late 19th Century French Decorators Ladder This is a beautifully designed piece
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Late 19th Century French Decorators Ladder This is a beautifully designed piece, it would make a superb decorative display piece. The Ladder is made in Beech which has darkened with...
Beech
$3,295
H 133.86 in W 27.56 in D 4.73 in
HUGE 3+ METER TALL DOE TS73 STAMPED FRUIT PICKERS PAINTERS ANTiQUE 1880 LADDER
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this lovely original antique Victorian extra large Fruit Pickers ladder stamped DOE TS73 Please note the de...
Pine
Contemporary Overdyed Hand Knotted Wool Blue Area Rug
Located in Norwalk, CT
Vibrance rugs epitomize classic with a twist: traditional patterns overdyed in brilliant color. Each hand-knotted rug is washed in a 100%-natural botanical dye that reveals hidden nu...
Wool
$895 / item
H 74.81 in W 19.3 in D 1.97 in
Antique Wooden Ladder in Beautifully Weathered Paint - 2 available
Located in Meer, VAN
Antique Wooden Ladder in Beautifully Weathered Paint, Early 20th Century. Please note: this listing is for one ladder, but there are 2 almost similar pieces available. Some pieces...
Wood
Painted Library Ladder
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Early 20th C painted library ladders. 1920. Dimensions when closed. 22 inches (56 cms) Wide 6 inches (15 cms) Deep 103 inches (262 cms) High.
Pine
$1,614
H 88.39 in W 19.69 in D 51.97 in
Antique Original Painted "the Patient Safety Ladder Company" Decorators Ladder
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer this lovely original antique "The Patient Safety Ladder Company" decorators ladder A good looking and decorative piece, I have seen these with glass shel...
Pine
Vintage, new and antique ladders are not only a must-have structure designed to safely reach higher places in your kitchen and the rest of your space. A ladder can also be repurposed as a decorative home accent for use in nearly any room in your home.
While the exact date that ladders were invented is unclear, a painting of a crude ladder that is believed to be more than 10,000 years old was uncovered in a cave in Spain.
Ladders have taken on all forms over the years to meet certain needs. Rope ladders have come into use for emergency rescues by air and sea, extendable ladders are still pivotal to the dangerous work that firefighters do daily, and stepladders are a big part of getting you where you need to go at home.
Antique ladders can be found in a variety of styles and materials. You can occasionally find a modest-sized antique stepladder, perhaps designed in the neoclassical style, that may have been for library use and resembles a short staircase with small drawers built into the front and the sides of the steps. On 1stDibs, browse a collection of wood ladders and metal ladders that were crafted in the modern, Georgian, Victorian and other styles.
Decorating with an old farmhouse ladder can give it a new purpose and also breathe a bit of life into a dining room, living room or mudroom. For those drawn to the warmth and coziness that farmhouse-style furniture and decor can bring into a space — which usually refers to an amalgam of other rustically rooted styles, such as cottage, French country and industrial — an antique farmhouse ladder can serve a functional purpose as well as meet your needs to dress up a space with creative flourishes.
Lean your wood ladder up against a wall and use its rungs to display your treasured mid-century modern textiles, rare books or potted plants. Drape your patterned dish towels over the ladder steps for easy access as well as to make sure your towels are clean and dry for the next round of dishes. Get some help to properly suspend your farmhouse ladder from the ceiling above your rustic farm dining table and hang your antique lanterns from its rungs and sides for a welcome experience at mealtime.
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