English 19th Century Painted Folding Ladder
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A 19th century English folding ladder–perfect for displaying textiles or draping blankets & throws.
Pine, Paint
Early 20th Century French Beechwood Folding Library Ladder
Located in Fayetteville, AR
Originally used in a French library, this folding ladder constructed of beech wood would be a handsome addition to any space with hard to reach shelving.
Beech
Sicilian Painted Pinewood Tall Ladder with Tray Shelf
Located in Atlanta, GA
Folding ladder having seven steps and a slatted tray, retaining antique iron hinges and hook for storage, for decorative use only
Wood
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
Arts & Crafts Metamorphic Library Steps Folding Ladder Chair, Vienna, 1900s
Located in Vienna, AT
Commonly referred to in Viennese dialect as an „Ottakringer", the chair easily transforms into a compact library ladder or step chair with a simple folding mechanism.
Brass
19th C. French Pine Folding Six-Step Ladder with Locking Bar Mechanism
Located in Dallas, TX
Crafted in France in the late 19th century, this charming six-step folding ladder offers both utility and timeworn character.
Pine
19th Century French Pine Folding Library Ladder with Six Steps
Located in Dallas, TX
Use this charming antique folding library ladder to access books or display decorative objects in any study or living space.
Pine
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 wood construction, beautiful wood grai...
Wood, Oak
20th Century French Hand Carved Oak Folding Chair Convertible to a Ladder
Located in Sofia, BG
Made in the beginning of 20th century in France this antique ladder chair hand painted in beige is functional as seating or as a library and kitchen ladder. The chair easily converts...
Oak
Swedish antique Folk Art ladder with gray original paint
Located in Boden, SE
Handsome late 19th century Swedish country folding ladder. The ladder has beautiful gray original paint.
Pine
English Antique Folding Library Steps
Located in London, GB
Set of early 20th Century English folding library steps. Vernacular and beautifully made with a graphic arrangement of angled supports, stretchers and cross-bracing, the steps have ...
Beech
Early 20th Century Metamorphic Library Step Ladder w/ Exposed Brass Hardware
Located in Memphis, TN
A well-considered metamorphic library ladder, designed to fold into a compact, sculptural form when not in use.
Brass
6ft Very Tall 19th Century Decorators Ladder This is a pretty big piece
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
6ft Very Tall 19th Century Decorators Ladder This is a pretty big piece, it would make a superb decorative piece and has the original manufacturer’s label on the back The Ladder...
Pine
Antique English Victorian Library Stairs / Steps Carved Wood Foldable 1920s
Located in Ijzendijke, NL
Lovely Antique English Victorian Library stairs made from carved walnut with dark finish during the 1920s in England. This library step has exactly the right classic antique feel t...
Wood
Petite Antique French Gothic Revival Wood Hall Bench Child Settle Library Steps
Located in Ijzendijke, NL
This is a high quality piece and it is foldable into a library ladder. Use this piece as a decorative small childs bench or as a staircase for your bookcase to organize books in you...
Fabric, Wood
Vintage Folding Teak and Brass Yacht Ladder A superb stowable piece
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Vintage Folding Teak and Brass Yacht Ladder A superb stowable piece in excellent antique condition In quality thick solid teak with copper rivets and brass hinges Solidly made and r...
Teak
19th Century Italian Walnut Library Ladder
Located in Chicago, IL
Thoughtfully constructed, the ladder folds flat when not in use. It carries the patina of generations of study and performance, a rare functional object shaped by both craft and cult...
Iron
High Adjustable Architect's Desk, Writing Desk, circa 1800
Located in Greven, DE
He specialised in mechanical furniture and produced, among other things, armchairs for hospitals, chairs that could be converted into a bed and folding library ladders. However, the...
Mahogany
American Salesman Sample Late 19th Century Wooden Flat Bed Cargo Wagon
Located in Incline Village, NV
It also goes up and down. The ladder in back folds down from the top to the ground for unloading cargo.
Wood
Fabulous Folding Ladder
Located in New York, NY
Fabulous and unique ladders that fold or roll for storage, circa 1910.
Swedish Folding Ladder, 19th Century
Located in Charlotte, NC
Six Rung Folding Swedish Ladder, Great for magazine or display
Large Antique American Dry Goods Store Ladder
Located in Chicago, IL
Great large antique American dry goods store folding ladder.
Metal
Mahogany Double-Sided Folding Step Ladder, circa 1870
Located in Sheffield, MA
The ladder is hinged in the center and there are three steps on each side. When closed the ladder stands on its own. The height in the closed position is 27".
Mahogany
Antique Library Leather Covered Pole Ladder
Located in Sheffield, MA
Antique English library folding pole ladder covered in luggage-colored leather with brass nailheads and having six rungs.
Brass
Folding Library Steps
Located in Woodstock, NY
Oak and brass folding library steps. Wonderful mixture of 19th century engineering and early 20th century production techniques. Simple and solid, with great brass hardware and origi...
Brass
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
Rare Georgian Folding Library Stick Ladder
Located in London, GB
Rare Georgian Folding Library Stick Ladder from the 1830s.
19th Century Folding Step Ladder, England, circa 1880
Located in East Hampton, NY
Six-step, chestnut step ladder with iron fittings.
Chestnut
English Edwardian Leather Folding Ladder with Nailhead Trim, circa 1920
Located in Atlanta, GA
An English Edwardian leather covered wooden folding ladder from the early 20th century, with nailhead trim.
Leather, Wood
French Early 20th Century Oak Folding Ladder
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
An exceptional antique folding ladder from 1900s France. The oak ladder has five steps that are graduated in size.
Oak
19THC ORIGINAL WHITE PAINTED FOLDING LADDER
Located in Los Angeles, CA
EARLY 20THC ORIGINAL WHITE PAINTED FOLDING LADDER FROM NEW ENGLAND,CIRCA 1900-1920, GREAT CONDITION AND USABLE-GREAT ORIGINAL SURFACE
Wood
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H 40 in W 25 in D 7 in
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.
Pine, Poplar
Early 20th Century French Carved Walnut Folding Ladder Chair from Provence
Located in Dallas, TX
Decorate a library with this artisan-made fruitwood folding step ladder chair; crafted in Southern France circa 1900, the metamorphic chair with three carved ladders in the back, is ...
Walnut
An Italian Early 18th Century Pinewood Folding Library Ladder
Located in Atlanta, GA
the folding ladder constructed of pine with iron hardware, decorative carving at base
Pine
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.
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H 36.5 in W 15 in D 16 in
French Artisan-Made Walnut Folding Ladder Chair Library Ladder, circa 1900
Located in Fayetteville, AR
From the region of Provence in Southern France, this artisan-made walnut folding chair is hinged so that it can convert into a step ladder.
Walnut
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H 47.5 in W 32 in D 9.5 in
19th Century French Folding Pine Five-Step Ladder with Numbered Plaque
Located in Dallas, TX
Crafted in France circa 1880, this charming five-step folding ladder combines practicality with rustic appeal.
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
Handmade French Folding Library Ladder
Located in Fayetteville, AR
A handsome addition to any space with hard to reach shelving, this artisan made beechwood ladder was originally used in a French library. Although this piece displays beautifully as ...
Wooden folding General Store Ladder
Located in Surrey, BC
Late 19th century store ladder. Great patina in untouched condition with nice details
Steel
Regency Leather Bound Folding Library Ladder
Located in Milford, NH
Regency Style Leather-Bound Folding Library Ladder, probably late 19th or early 20th C.
Early 20th Century Folding Library Ladder
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Ingenious, early 20th C. folding library ladder, made of mahogany and constructed with wooden pegs, designed to last a life time.
Antique Decorative Folding Elephant or Library Ladder
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Impressive decorative English library ladder crafted in hardwoods with an ingenious folding mechanism and featuring leather covering with brass tacks, caps and feet.
Leather, Hardwood
1920s English Country Oak Folding Step Ladder
Located in Doylestown, PA
1920s English country oak folding step ladder. A wonderfully practical and charming handcrafted ladder with steps that fold to a space saving size when not in use.
Oak
Antique Library Leather Covered Folding Pole Ladder
Located in Buffalo, NY
Antique English library folding pole ladder covered in luggage-colored leather with brass nailheads and having six rungs.
Brass
Folding Steps-Ladder for the Library, Czechoslovakia, 1920s
Located in Praha, CZ
Made in Czechoslovakia. Made of wood, metal Fully functional. With aged patina. Original condition.
Metal
Vintage French Folding Wood Ladder in the Original Finish
Located in Highwood, IL
Vintage French folding wooden ladder that one could use to display small rugs or towels?
Wood
Early 20th Century English Leather-Clad Folding Pole Ladder
Located in Charlottesville, VA
The piece features a clever folding mechanism integrated at the base, allowing the ladder to collapse into two sections for ease of storage.
Brass
Art Deco Folding Library Steps or Ladder, 1920's
Located in Praha, CZ
Made in Czechoslovakia. Made of wood, metal Fully functional. With aged patina. Original condition.
Metal
19th Century French Carved Beech Wood Chair Folding Step Ladder
Located in Dallas, TX
Decorate a library or study with this artisan-made folding step ladder chair. Crafted in Southern France circa 1880, the metamorphic chair features two carved ladders in the back wit...
Beech
19th Century French Carved Beech Wood Chair Folding Step Ladder
Located in Dallas, TX
Decorate a library or study with this artisan-made folding step ladder chair. Crafted in Southern France circa 1880, the metamorphic chair features two carved ladders in the back wit...
Beech
Early 20th Century French Carved Chestnut Chair Folding Step Ladder
Located in Dallas, TX
Decorate a library or study with this artisan-made folding step ladder chair. Crafted in Southern France circa 1920, the metamorphic chair features two carved ladders in the back; th...
Chestnut
19th Century French Country Carved Pine Folding Library Step Ladder
Located in Dallas, TX
Practical and useful, the rustic ladder can be put away by folding the bracket with metal hinges at the bottom.
Iron
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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
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H 34 in W 17.75 in D 17 in
19th Century French Country Carved Oak Metamorphic Folding Chair Step Ladder
Located in Dallas, TX
Decorate a library or study with this artisan-made folding step ladder chair. Crafted in Southern France circa 1890, the antique metamorphic chair features four carved ladders in the...
Oak
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H 4.5 in W 21.5 in L 4.5 in
Early 20th Century French Country Carved Pine Folding Library Step Ladder
Located in Dallas, TX
Practical and useful, the rustic ladder can be put away by folding the bracket with straps at the bottom.
Pine
Early 20th Century French Country Carved Pine Folding Library Step Ladder
Located in Dallas, TX
Practical and useful, the rustic ladder can be put away by folding the bracket with metal hinges at the bottom.
Pine
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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. This versatile ladder easily folds into the frame with a single, smooth pivot motion.
Mahogany, Oak
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H 41 in W 19.5 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
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
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 72.5 in W 22.5 in D 44 in
Italian Folding Library or Gallery Ladder from the Early 20th Century
Located in Atlanta, GA
Hinged, the steps with separated slats, structurally sound, retaining the gallery labele, G. Marelli, Milano.
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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.
Oak
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H 43 in W 19.75 in D 39 in
English Folding Library Step Ladder of Mahogany and Brass from the Edwardian Era
Located in Austin, TX
A fine period English folding library step ladder (or library steps) of mahogany with brass hardware and hook (for closed or stowaway position) from the Edwardian Era.
Metal, Brass
Metamorphic Ladder
By Old Company Label Present
Located in Rochester, NY
Early folding collapsible ladder. Remnant of original paper label on top step.
Library Step ladder
Located in Danville, CA
FOLDING ENGLISH LIBRARY STEP LADDER CIRCA VERY EARLY 1900
Oak
1900s French Wooden Ladder
Located in High Point, NC
The ladder is foldable for easy storage, and white paint splashes display traces of its use.
Wood
Victorian ALHATHLAT Shop Step Ladder The Ladder is made in Pine
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Victorian ALHATHLAT Shop Step Ladder The Ladder is made in Pine it has been waxed but still retains an authentic aged look, the patented iron work on the side is good quality, this ...
Pine
Vintage French Wooden Ladder
Located in High Point, NC
Nearly five feet tall, this folding wooden ladder was made in France, circa 1900.
Wood
English Stenciled Leather Top Library Ladder
Located in Atlanta, GA
Folding mahogany library ladder with stenciled leather top, oak trim and brass hardware.
Brass
Victorian Pine Step Ladder or Kitchen Steps
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Victorian pine step ladder or kitchen steps This is a very useful and attractive piece, the step ladder has 3” treads, it folds flat for handy storage and would work well in a kit...
Antique English Folding Library Step Ladder, 1880s
Located in Ventura, CA
Antique English Folding Library Step Ladder, 1800s adorned with aged iron hardware.
Iron
English Olive Green Leather and Brass Tack Stick Ladder
Located in Essex, MA
English olive green leather and brass tack stick ladder. Ladder folds into a pole form for storage.
Vintage French Foldable Step Stool Chair
Located in High Point, NC
Pragmatic yet whimsical, this delightful set of chair steps is a unique piece of metamorphic furniture. Made in France at the turn of the century, the seemingly simple country chair ...
Wood
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H 79 in W 23 in D 48.5 in
Tall French Painted Library Ladder from the Bibliothèque Nationale de Paris
Located in Fayetteville, AR
An historic find, this very tall painted folding library ladder is marked B.N. Paris from the Bibliothe`que Nationale de Paris and stands at just over six and a half feet in height.
Wood
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H 63 in W 44 in D 22 in
Early 20th Century Painted Library Ladder from Bibliothèque Nationale de Paris
Located in Fayetteville, AR
An historic find, this very tall painted folding library ladder is marked B.N. Paris from the Bibliotheque Nationale de Paris and stands at just over five feet in height.
Wood
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H 63 in W 23 in D 44 in
Early 20th Century Painted Library Ladder from Bibliothèque Nationale de Paris
Located in Fayetteville, AR
An historic find, this painted folding library ladder is marked B.N. Paris from the Bibliothe`que Nationale de Paris and stands at just over five feet in height.
Wood
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H 27 in W 18.5 in D 20 in
Small-Scale Early 20th Century French Oak Library Ladder with Maker's Stamp
Located in Fayetteville, AR
This small-scale folding library ladder constructed of oak was originally used in a French library.
Oak
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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
Rosso Glass Wall Mirror
By Specchi Veneziani
Located in Milan, IT
Crafted in the finest Murano tradition, this exquisite Venetian mirror is a true work of art. Assembled with crystal and gold elements, and adorned with red glass flowers, each piece...
Glass
$2,800 / set
H 17.5 in W 10.5 in D 6.5 in
Pair of Art Deco Murano Smoked Glass Wall Sconces, Italy Contemporary
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of Art Deco style Murano smoked glass wall lights, contemporary Smoked / fume color and horizontal striation texture Black opaline finial and brass accents Art Deco inspired de...
Brass
The 'Matisse' Etagere
Located in London, GB
The 'Matisse' wrought iron side table. A hand made and patinated wrought iron etagere with whimsical Matisse style cut-out decoration. Made to order based on a 1960s original. Avail...
Wrought Iron
Murano Sputnik Spherical Green Glass and Brass Chandelier
Located in Roma, Lazio
A fantastic emerald green sputnik, with a surprising design and for its very low height, which allows it to fit in both high and low ceilings. Very elegant, it will furnish and decor...
Brass
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
$199,000Sale Price|31% Off
H 136 in Dm 108 in
Exquisite Rotunda Structure Kiosk Copper & Carved Stone Bench Seating Columns
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Exquisite Rotunda Structure Kiosk Copper & Carved Stone Bench Seating Columns . Monumental Exquisite refined work King Charles X Period Rotunda rotundus building structure with a...
Stone, Copper
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
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
19th Century Chinese Canopy Wedding Bed
Located in Marbella, ES
This is a wonderful example of a canopy bed from Shanghai Province, China. Made of Chinese Northern Elm, this bed features hoofed feet and multiple floral carvings. The exterior ...
Gold Leaf
Antique Chinese Carved Canopy Bed with Alcove
Located in Buffalo, NY
Mid to late 19th century, elaborately carved, antique Chinese bed Chambers was used to greet visitors and usually was furnished with two chairs and a center table: from which tea, wi...
Lacquer, Wood
$34,715
H 70.87 in W 73.23 in D 88.19 in
Bed Tester Spanish Baroque Carved Dark Green & Gilded Leather Superking 6ft180cm
Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK
Rare, Spanish Demi-Tester, Baroque Bed With Carved, Green Painted & Gilded Posts 181cm, 6ft High, Floral Painted Leather Headboard, sold with custom made box spring mattress base, ac...
Giltwood, Paint
$61,947Sale Price|20% Off
H 104.34 in W 153.55 in D 19.69 in
Antique Pharmacy Cabinet, Walnut Bookcases and Glass Doors with Sign, '800 Italy
Located in Cuneo, Italy (CN)
Complete antique pharmacy cabinet, with 3 open bookcases on the sides, 1 bookcase with drawers and 2 original doors with glass and enameled mirror sign. Built in the mid-19th century...
Glass, Walnut
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. It can be used as a practical piece for your antique library or simply for decoration. Made...
Metal, Brass
Antique Industrial Professional Painters Ladder, Modernist Design
Located in Buffalo, NY
1940s Industrial Metal Professional Folding Ladder, Great design, Paint can holder can be for left or right handed.
Metal
$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
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
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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