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
19th Century English Other Antique Folding Ladder
Pine, Paint
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
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
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
Walnut
$1,600
H 39 in W 15 in D 15 in
Arts & Crafts Metamorphic Library Steps Folding Ladder Chair, Vienna, 1900s
Located in Vienna, AT
ladder or step chair with a simple folding mechanism. It features a side hook that locks the structure
Brass
$1,200
H 54.25 in W 20 in D 7 in
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
Pine
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
Iron
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
Pine
$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
Antique French Provincial country oak wood folding library step ladder. Item features remarkable
Wood, Oak
$917
H 37.41 in W 22.05 in D 13.78 in
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
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
Pine
6ft Very Tall 19th Century Decorators Ladder This is a pretty big piece
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
is has darkened with age and has a polished finish When folded the ladder is 72” tall, when open it
Pine
$2,139
H 30.32 in W 19.69 in D 23.63 in
Antique English Victorian Library Stairs / Steps Carved Wood Foldable 1920s
Located in Ijzendijke, NL
great addition to any bookcase / office. Very sturdy and practical , you can fold it open & close in a
Wood
Regency Mahogany Metamorphic Armchair
Located in Essex, MA
, chair folds forward to form a ladder.
Other
$9,921
H 25.99 in W 23.82 in D 13.98 in
Petite Antique French Gothic Revival Wood Hall Bench Child Settle Library Steps
Located in Ijzendijke, NL
the 1880's. This is a high quality piece and it is foldable into a library ladder. Use this piece as
Fabric, Wood
$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
Antique French Provincial Country Oak Wood Folding Library Step Ladder. Item features remarkable
Oak
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
Teak
19th Century Italian Walnut Library Ladder
Located in Chicago, IL
casters at the base allow for ease of movement. Thoughtfully constructed, the ladder folds flat when not
Iron
High Adjustable Architect's Desk, Writing Desk, circa 1800
Located in Greven, DE
, chairs that could be converted into a bed and folding library ladders. However, the type of furniture
Mahogany
American Salesman Sample Late 19th Century Wooden Flat Bed Cargo Wagon
Located in Incline Village, NV
wagon. It also goes up and down. The ladder in back folds down from the top to the ground for unloading
Wood
Fabulous Folding Ladder
Located in New York, NY
Fabulous and unique ladders that fold or roll for storage, circa 1910. With a unique locking system
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
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
Brass
Folding Library Steps
Located in Woodstock, NY
Oak and brass folding library steps. Wonderful mixture of 19th century engineering and early 20th
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
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
Sold
H 80 in W 12.5 in L 80 in
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
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
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
Wood
Sold
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
Pine, Poplar
Sold
H 36 in W 15 in L 36 in
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
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
Sold
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
Walnut
Sold
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
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
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
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. English
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
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
Antique Decorative Folding Elephant or Library Ladder
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Impressive decorative English library ladder crafted in hardwoods with an ingenious folding
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
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
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 BENSENVILLE, IL
Vintage French folding wooden ladder that one could use to display small rugs or towels? All
Wood
Early 20th Century English Leather-Clad Folding Pole Ladder
Located in Charlottesville, VA
nailhead trim. The piece features a clever folding mechanism integrated at the base, allowing the ladder to
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
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
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
Chestnut
19th Century French Country Carved Pine Folding Library Step Ladder
Located in Dallas, TX
the top. Practical and useful, the rustic ladder can be put away by folding the bracket with metal
Iron
Late 19th Century Fold over Bed Step Ladder or Table
Located in Savannah, GA
Late 19th century Sheraton style mahogany fold over bed step ladder or table on turned legs. Each
Leather, Mahogany
Sold
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
Wood
Sold
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
Oak
Sold
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
useful, the rustic ladder can be put away by folding the bracket with straps at the bottom. The small
Pine
Sold
H 5 in W 19.5 in L 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 metal hinges at the
Pine
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
versatile ladder easily folds into the frame with a single, smooth pivot motion. It features a sturdy
Mahogany, Oak
Sold
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
. Practical and useful, the ladder can folded and put away if needed. The elegant Napoleon III step ladder is
Iron
Sold
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
. Practical and useful, the ladder can be put away if needed (5" when folded). The elegant Napoleon III step
Iron
Sold
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
opposing support with cast iron patent action folding mechanism stamped with the words "Ladder Simplex" and
Wrought Iron
Fold over Bed Step Ladder or Table on Turned Legs, 19th Century
Located in Savannah, GA
Late 19th century Sheraton style mahogany fold over bed step ladder or table on turned legs. Each
Leather, Mahogany
Sold
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.
Sold
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
Oak
Sold
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
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. Beautifully aged
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
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
This is a very useful and attractive piece, the step ladder has 4 treads, it folds flat for handy
Pine
Vintage French Wooden Ladder
Located in High Point, NC
Nearly five feet tall, this folding wooden ladder was made in France, circa 1900. Optimistic light
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
ladder has 3” treads, it folds flat for handy storage and would work well in a kitchen, shop, library or
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.
Antique English Folding Library Step Ladder, 1880s
Located in Ventura, CA
Antique English Folding Library Step Ladder, 1800s adorned with aged iron hardware. This exquisite
Iron
Rosso 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
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
$1,001
H 55.12 in W 10.63 in D 8.27 in
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
$13,877 / set
H 87.01 in W 41.34 in D 88.59 in
Louis XVI Style Bunk Beds/Matching Pair of Single Beds Made by La Maison London
By La Maison London
Located in London, Park Royal
Louis XVI style bunk beds, exclusive to La Maison London: Hand carved featuring a band of intricate laurel leaves along the side bars and hand finished to order (picture shows a pale...
Wood
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
Pair of French Walnut Library Ladders
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
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
$1,086
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
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
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
$1,503
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
$3,349
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
$2,871
H 39 in W 14 in D 22 in
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, originally this ty...
Oak
$1,640
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
$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
Swedish library ladder was created in the 19th C.
Located in Aalsgaarde, DK
This Swedish library ladder was created in the 19th Century.
Wood
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.
On 1stDibs, find an extensive collection of antique, new and vintage ladders today.
Produced in 1843, the well-preserved volume is evidence of the author's exacting specifications.
New or old, the coverlets add old-time charm to any space.
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Italian writer and collector Umberto Pasti opens the doors to his remarkable cave of wonders in North Africa.
Hollywood A-listers, ex-pat aristocrats and art collectors and style setters of all stripes appreciate the allure of the coastal California hamlet — much on our minds after recent winter floods.