19th Century Expandable English Mahogany Library Bed Step
Located in Forney, TX
A wonderful, rare, antique expandable English mahogany bed step from the 19th century. Features an
Leather, Mahogany
Sold
H 16.34 in W 18.71 in D 22.64 in
Rare Fully Complete Victorian American Bed Step Stool with Built in Chamber Pot
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely complete and original American Victorian bed stool
Mahogany
Early Victorian Bed Step, Foot stool This is a Victorian piece
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Early Victorian Bed Step, Foot stool This is a Victorian piece, it is made in light walnut and is
Walnut
Library of Antique Leatherbound Books
Located in Brønshøj, DK
This collection consists of 400 antique decorative books, mainly dating from 1850–1950, with most published before 1920. The books are bound in leather, many with fine gold leaf embo...
Gold Leaf
$1,890Sale Price|30% Off
H 45.48 in W 17.33 in D 23.23 in
Library Stepladder in Wood, Leather and Brass
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This nice library stepladder is made of wood and brass, the steps are trimmed in leather. This is a French work. Circa 1940
Brass
$3,919
H 26.19 in W 19.3 in D 30.12 in
Antique Regency 1810 Hardwood & Leather Library Steps Internal Storage & Drawers
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning original Regency mahogany library steps with green leather tops, single drawer and top storage A very good looking and well made ...
Leather, Hardwood
Ceramic Link Chain Wall Sculpture
By Asmaa Aman-Tran
Located in Attleboro, MA
Chains echo different emotions in us, some see them as a symbol of imprisonment, and vulnerability and some see as an emotion of inter connectivity and strong bond between the people...
Ceramic, Stoneware, Linen
$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
$5,000
H 33.5 in W 35.75 in D 22.75 in
Finnegan’s of London Exquisite Mahogany Dressing Table with Accessories
By Finnigans, London 1
Located in Milford, NH
A fine example of a Finnegan’s of London exquisite dressing table in solid mahogany and mahogany veneer. The fold out table supports a three mirror back and folding sides. This opens...
Sterling Silver
Pair of English Library Steps or Stands with Cane Panels
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Handsome pair of 19th century English library or bed steps crafted in mahogany with three tiers having leather pads over hinged storage compartments, caned panels, and double bun feet.
Mahogany
English Library Steps
Located in New York, NY
Beautifully crafted English library steps in mahogany with inlaid leather accents. Features two compartments for convenient storage. A timeless piece of functional decor. Ca. 1890
Mahogany
Leather Bed Steps
Located in Annville, PA
These leather bed steps feature sturdy construction, genuine full grain leather steps as well as a simple design to help it fit in with any style bed. Ideal for use as an aid in gett...
Leather, Mahogany
Superb pair Mahogany and Leather library steps England
Located in Den Haag, NL
Beautiful pair of Library steps .solid Mahogany .comes with leather steps with embossed gold lining . on the top step some storage . Comes with just the right amount of patine . Go...
Mahogany
Early 20th Century Neoclassical Style Mahogany Library Stairs
Located in Germantown, MD
An early 20th Century Neoclassical Style Mahogany Library Stairs / step ladder. Recently refinished. Measures 17.5" in width, 19.5" in depth and 31" in height. Step height is 12".
Mahogany
Antique English Mahogany Library Steps circa 1880
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique English Mahogany Library Steps circa 1880
Mahogany, Leather
$5,900
H 28.25 in W 14.5 in D 30.25 in
Georgian Hardwood & Leather Library Steps, United Kingdom, Early 19th Century
Located in Chatham, ON
Fine Georgian (Regency Era) hardwood and leather library steps (doubles as an end table) - exceptional bench made quality with warm aged patina - featuring a solid wood frame with on...
Leather, Hardwood
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