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Early 20th Century French Carved Chestnut Chair Folding Step Ladder
Early 20th Century French Carved Chestnut Chair Folding Step Ladder

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...

Category

Early 20th Century French Country Ladders

Materials

Chestnut

English Folding Library Step Ladder of Mahogany and Brass from the Edwardian Era
English Folding Library Step Ladder of Mahogany and Brass from the Edwardian Era

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.

Category

Early 20th Century English Edwardian Ladders

Materials

Metal, Brass

Mid-Century French Louis XIII Carved Walnut Three-Stair Library Step Ladder
Mid-Century French Louis XIII Carved Walnut Three-Stair Library Step Ladder

Mid-Century French Louis XIII Carved Walnut Three-Stair Library Step Ladder

Located in Dallas, TX

Created in France circa 1960 and standing on four tapered and turned legs ending with top finials, the step ladder features three stairs dressed with back and side handrails.

Category

Mid-20th Century French Louis XIII Ladders

Materials

Walnut

Mid-Century French Louis XIII Carved Walnut Four-Stair Library Step Ladder
Mid-Century French Louis XIII Carved Walnut Four-Stair Library Step Ladder

Mid-Century French Louis XIII Carved Walnut Four-Stair Library Step Ladder

Located in Dallas, TX

Created in France circa 1960 and standing on carved turned legs connected with a double stretcher, the step ladder features four wide, sturdy stairs ending with a top step.

Category

Mid-20th Century French Louis XIII Ladders

Materials

Walnut

19th Century French Country Carved Oak Metamorphic Folding Chair Step Ladder
19th Century French Country Carved Oak Metamorphic Folding Chair Step Ladder

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...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Country Ladders

Materials

Oak

19th Century French Napoleon III Carved Walnut Folding Library Four-Step Ladder
19th Century French Napoleon III Carved Walnut Folding Library Four-Step Ladder

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 in excellent condition with a rich walnut patina and wonderful character; ...

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Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Ladders

Materials

Iron

19th Century English Victorian Carved Pine and Iron Folding Library Step Ladder
19th Century English Victorian Carved Pine and Iron Folding Library Step Ladder

19th Century English Victorian Carved Pine and Iron Folding Library Step Ladder

Located in Dallas, TX

The elegant Victorian step ladder is in excellent condition with a rich walnut patina, wonderful character, and stunning hinges.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Ladders

Materials

Wrought Iron

19th Century French Napoleon III Carved Walnut Folding Library Five-Step Ladder
19th Century French Napoleon III Carved Walnut Folding Library Five-Step Ladder

19th Century French Napoleon III Carved Walnut Folding Library Five-Step Ladder

Located in Dallas, TX

The elegant Napoleon III step ladder is in excellent condition with a rich walnut patina and wonderful character; place this whimsical antique ladder in a study or library to access ...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Ladders

Materials

Iron

Mid-Century French Louis XIII Carved Walnut and Brass Spiral Library Step Ladder
Mid-Century French Louis XIII Carved Walnut and Brass Spiral Library Step Ladder

Mid-Century French Louis XIII Carved Walnut and Brass Spiral Library Step Ladder

Located in Dallas, TX

Created in France circa 1960 and standing on turned legs, the small circular step ladder features three stairs roll around a turned, central post; the piece is further embellished wi...

Category

Mid-20th Century French Louis XIII Ladders

Materials

Brass

English 19th Century Wooden Foldable Step Ladder
English 19th Century Wooden Foldable Step Ladder

English 19th Century Wooden Foldable Step Ladder

Located in Eindhoven, NL

Beautiful and solid wooden step ladder. In perfect state. Beechwood. Brass strips are newly applied for more grip.

Category

Early 20th Century British Stairs

Materials

Beech

Victorian Library Steps Mahogany Step Ladder
Victorian Library Steps Mahogany Step Ladder

Victorian Library Steps Mahogany Step Ladder

Located in Potters Bar, GB

Classic Victorian style set of library steps in mahogany Step ladder action Perfect for the large bookcase or library study Some of our items are in storage so please check ahead of ...

Category

Vintage 1980s Victorian Bookcases

Materials

Mahogany

19th Century George III English Mahogany Metamorphic Step Ladder
19th Century George III English Mahogany Metamorphic Step Ladder

19th Century George III English Mahogany Metamorphic Step Ladder

Located in Forney, TX

A rare George III English mahogany metamorphic library step ladder from the 19th century that converts into a bench (also ideal for use as a side table, cocktail table).

Category

Antique 19th Century George III Benches

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

Set of Two Vintage Step Ladders from Belgium, circa 1940
Set of Two Vintage Step Ladders from Belgium, circa 1940

Set of Two Vintage Step Ladders from Belgium, circa 1940

Located in Nashville, TN

Set of two vintage step ladders from Belgium, circa 1940. From the Belgium national railway company.

Category

Vintage 1940s European Stairs

Materials

Pine

20th Century English Foldable Oak Step Ladder, c.1950
20th Century English Foldable Oak Step Ladder, c.1950

20th Century English Foldable Oak Step Ladder, c.1950

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

A foldable step ladder, England, circa 1950s. The ladder is made out of oak, has four steps and folds away neatly if desired.

Category

20th Century British Stairs

Materials

Oak

Antique English Folding Library Step Ladder, 1880s
Antique English Folding Library Step Ladder, 1880s

Antique English Folding Library Step Ladder, 1880s

Located in Ventura, CA

Antique English Folding Library Step Ladder, 1800s adorned with aged iron hardware.

Category

Antique 19th Century English Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Iron

Italian Mid-Century Modern Polished Wooden Step Ladder Stair by Scorta, 1950s
Italian Mid-Century Modern Polished Wooden Step Ladder Stair by Scorta, 1950s

Italian Mid-Century Modern Polished Wooden Step Ladder Stair by Scorta, 1950s

Located in MIlano, IT

Italian Mid-Century Modern Polished wooden step ladder stair by Scorta, 1950s Polished wooden step ladder with rectangular steps in green painted wood.

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Stairs

Materials

Wood

19th Century English Oak Library Step Ladder with Brass Hardware
19th Century English Oak Library Step Ladder with Brass Hardware

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 ...

Category

Antique 19th Century English Ladders

Materials

Brass

Mid Century Walnut 3 Tier Spiral Library Book Staircase Step Ladder Brass
Mid Century Walnut 3 Tier Spiral Library Book Staircase Step Ladder Brass

Mid Century Walnut 3 Tier Spiral Library Book Staircase Step Ladder Brass

Located in Dayton, OH

Antique spiral library book staircase or step ladder. Made of walnut featuring three tiers with turned posts and brass finials.

Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Footstools

Materials

Brass

19th Century French Folding Pine Five-Step Ladder with Numbered Plaque
19th Century French Folding Pine Five-Step Ladder with Numbered Plaque

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.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Country Ladders

Materials

Pine

1960's Dark Two Step Ladder Backed Dining Chair - Set Of Ten
1960's Dark Two Step Ladder Backed Dining Chair - Set Of Ten

1960's Dark Two Step Ladder Backed Dining Chair - Set Of Ten

Located in Hook, Hampshire

1960’s Dark Two Step Ladder Backed Dining Chair – Set Of Ten. Good quality classic bentwood chairs with a deep dark oak colour and classic two step ladder back bistro design.

Category

Vintage 1960s Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak

Mid-20th Century French Louis XIII Carved Library Three-Step Ladder Staircase
Mid-20th Century French Louis XIII Carved Library Three-Step Ladder Staircase

Mid-20th Century French Louis XIII Carved Library Three-Step Ladder Staircase

Located in Dallas, TX

Created in France circa 1970, the small circular step ladder sits on four small turned feet and each of the three stairs roll around a central post decorated with turned spindles and...

Category

Mid-20th Century French Louis XIII Stairs

Materials

Walnut

Victorian Library Ladder Step Ladders Walnut Stair
Victorian Library Ladder Step Ladders Walnut Stair

Victorian Library Ladder Step Ladders Walnut Stair

Located in Potters Bar, GB

Stunning Victorian style library ladder step Hand crafted from walnut with mahogany trim Great for the country house which comes with a ladder Well crafted - solid and sturdy Please ...

Category

Vintage 1980s Victorian Bookcases

Materials

Mahogany

French 19th Century Small Three-Step Ladder
French 19th Century Small Three-Step Ladder

French 19th Century Small Three-Step Ladder

Located in Santa Monica, CA

French 19th century three-step small ladder

Category

Antique 1880s French Stairs

Materials

Walnut

19th Century Rustic Elm Step Ladder, Stool
19th Century Rustic Elm Step Ladder, Stool

19th Century Rustic Elm Step Ladder, Stool

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Wonderfully rustic, old Elm wood step stool or ladder. Mortise and tenon construction.

Category

Antique 19th Century Japanese Rustic Stools

Materials

Elm

VINTAGE HARDWOOD LIBRARY LADDER FOLDING STEP STOOL WiTH TURNED POLE HANDLE
VINTAGE HARDWOOD LIBRARY LADDER FOLDING STEP STOOL WiTH TURNED POLE HANDLE

VINTAGE HARDWOOD LIBRARY LADDER FOLDING STEP STOOL WiTH TURNED POLE HANDLE

Located in Pulborough, GB

Antiques of London A superbly crafted folding mahogany library step ladder, featuring a warm, rich patina and traditional joinery, finished with a striking turned finial pole han...

Category

20th Century British Ladders

Materials

Hardwood

Midcentury Italian Carved Walnut Wood Spiral 4-Step Library Ladder
Midcentury Italian Carved Walnut Wood Spiral 4-Step Library Ladder

Midcentury Italian Carved Walnut Wood Spiral 4-Step Library Ladder

Located in Carimate, Como

Beautiful Italian carved walnut wood tall circular step ladder with four stairs rolled around a turned, central post embellished with a decorative finial.

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Ladders

Materials

Wood

Midcentury Italian Carved Walnut Wood Spiral 4-Step Library Ladder
Midcentury Italian Carved Walnut Wood Spiral 4-Step Library Ladder

Midcentury Italian Carved Walnut Wood Spiral 4-Step Library Ladder

Located in Carimate, Como

Beautiful Italian carved walnut wood tall circular step ladder with four stairs rolled around a turned, central post embellished with a decorative finial.

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ladders

Materials

Wood

1950s French Industrial Metal Ladder
1950s French Industrial Metal Ladder

1950s French Industrial Metal Ladder

Located in High Point, NC

This metal step ladder was made in France, circa 1950. The rear rails have an X-frame, and long grab rails provide stability.

Category

Vintage 1950s French Industrial Ladders

Materials

Steel

Midcentury Italian Carved Walnut Wood and Leather Spiral 4-Step Library Ladder
Midcentury Italian Carved Walnut Wood and Leather Spiral 4-Step Library Ladder

Midcentury Italian Carved Walnut Wood and Leather Spiral 4-Step Library Ladder

Located in Carimate, Como

Beautiful Italian carved walnut wood tall circular step ladder with four stairs rolled around a turned, central post embellished with a decorative finial.

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ladders

Materials

Leather, Wood

Midcentury Italian Carved Walnut Wood and Leather Spiral 4-Step Library Ladder
Midcentury Italian Carved Walnut Wood and Leather Spiral 4-Step Library Ladder

Midcentury Italian Carved Walnut Wood and Leather Spiral 4-Step Library Ladder

Located in Carimate, Como

Beautiful Italian carved walnut wood circular step ladder with four stairs rolled around a turned, central pole with a decorative finial.

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ladders

Materials

Leather, Wood

Midcentury Italian Carved Walnut Wood and Leather Spiral 4-Step Library Ladder
Midcentury Italian Carved Walnut Wood and Leather Spiral 4-Step Library Ladder

Midcentury Italian Carved Walnut Wood and Leather Spiral 4-Step Library Ladder

Located in Carimate, Como

Beautiful Italian carved walnut wood tall circular step ladder with four stairs rolled around a turned, central post embellished with a decorative finial.

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ladders

Materials

Leather, Wood

1900s French Wooden Ladder
1900s French Wooden Ladder

1900s French Wooden Ladder

Located in High Point, NC

This wooden step ladder was made in France, circa 1900. It features quatrefoil cutouts on the side rails and a long grab pole that can be extended for stability when standing on the ...

Category

Antique Early 1900s French French Provincial Ladders

Materials

Wood

Mid-20th Century English Carved Walnut and Leather Spiral Step Library Ladder
Mid-20th Century English Carved Walnut and Leather Spiral Step Library Ladder

Mid-20th Century English Carved Walnut and Leather Spiral Step Library Ladder

Located in Dallas, TX

Created in England circa 1960 and standing on four turned legs with bottom wheels, the tall circular step ladder features four stairs rolled around a turned, central post embellished...

Category

Mid-20th Century English Louis XIII Ladders

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Mid-20th Century English Carved Mahogany and Leather Spiral Step Library Ladder
Mid-20th Century English Carved Mahogany and Leather Spiral Step Library Ladder

Mid-20th Century English Carved Mahogany and Leather Spiral Step Library Ladder

Located in Dallas, TX

Created in England circa 1960 and standing on four turned legs with bottom wheels, the tall circular step ladder features four stairs rolled around a turned, central post embellished...

Category

Mid-20th Century English Louis XIII Ladders

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

Mid-19th Century French Carved Oak and Iron Seven-Step Folding Library Ladder
Mid-19th Century French Carved Oak and Iron Seven-Step Folding Library Ladder

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.

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century French Rustic Ladders

Materials

Oak

Mid-20th Century, English Library Spiral Step Ladder with Four Leather Stairs
Mid-20th Century, English Library Spiral Step Ladder with Four Leather Stairs

Mid-20th Century, English Library Spiral Step Ladder with Four Leather Stairs

Located in Dallas, TX

This set of vintage mahogany library stairs were created in England, circa 1950. The thin steps come from a central, circular steps and spiral out for extra height with a slim profil...

Category

Mid-20th Century English Stairs

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

Victorian Walnut Library Step
Victorian Walnut Library Step

Victorian Walnut Library Step

Located in New Windsor, NY

When closed it could function as a high chair, stool or even a small shelf and when the lower portion is extended, it becomes a functioning step ladder. Good overall condition. Stru...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century American Late Victorian Ladders

Materials

Steel, Iron

Vintage French Foldable Step Stool Chair
Vintage French Foldable Step Stool Chair

Vintage French Foldable Step Stool Chair

Located in High Point, NC

The back of the chair doubles as a handrail, letting the person on the step-ladder stabilize themselves easily. The distressed patina of the wood gives the chair an air of rustic sim...

Category

Antique Early 1900s French Rustic Ladders

Materials

Wood

Mid-Century English Mahogany 4-Step Library Folding Ladder with Brass Hinges
Mid-Century English Mahogany 4-Step Library Folding Ladder with Brass Hinges

Mid-Century English Mahogany 4-Step Library Folding Ladder with Brass Hinges

Located in Dallas, TX

In excellent condition commensurate with age and use, this antique-style step ladder showcases classic English craftsmanship paired with mid-century sophistication—an elegant and spa...

Category

Mid-20th Century English Ladders

Materials

Mahogany

Metamorphic Library Step and High Stool  A very useful piece
Metamorphic Library Step and High Stool  A very useful piece

Metamorphic Library Step and High Stool A very useful piece

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

Metamorphic Library Step and High Stool A very useful piece, this handy little stool can be flipped over and turned into a small 3 step ladder, originally this type of stool was use...

Category

Antique 1880s Adam Style Ladders

Materials

Walnut

Small-Scale Early 20th Century French Oak Library Ladder with Maker's Stamp
Small-Scale Early 20th Century French Oak Library Ladder with Maker's Stamp

Small-Scale Early 20th Century French Oak Library Ladder with Maker's Stamp

Located in Fayetteville, AR

A handsome addition to any space with hard to reach shelving, this step ladder features the maker's stamp with letters F.F. on the top step.

Category

Early 20th Century French Ladders

Materials

Oak

Early 20th Century French Carved Walnut Folding Ladder Chair from Provence
Early 20th Century French Carved Walnut Folding Ladder Chair from Provence

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 ...

Category

Early 20th Century French Country Ladders

Materials

Walnut

19th Century French Metamorphic Beech Ladder Chair with Four Steps
19th Century French Metamorphic Beech Ladder Chair with Four Steps

19th Century French Metamorphic Beech Ladder Chair with Four Steps

Located in Dallas, TX

Decorate a library, study, or reading nook with this ingenious 19th-century French metamorphic ladder chair. Crafted in Southern France circa 1880, the multi functional piece seamles...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Country Ladders

Materials

Beech

Edwardian Metamorphic Library Chair or Library Steps a Very Useful Piece
Edwardian Metamorphic Library Chair or Library Steps a Very Useful Piece

Edwardian Metamorphic Library Chair or Library Steps a Very Useful Piece

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

Edwardian Metamorphic Library Chair or Library Steps A very useful piece, this handy little chair can be flipped over and turned into a small 4 step ladder, originally this type ...

Category

Antique Early 1900s Edwardian Ladders

Materials

Walnut

Antique Leather Brass Library Steps
Antique Leather Brass Library Steps

Antique Leather Brass Library Steps

Located in Albano Laziale, Rome/Lazio

The 19th-century French library step ladder is an ideal antique to enhance any space.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Victorian Ladders

Materials

Brass

Arts & Crafts Metamorphic Kitchen Chair and Library Steps
Arts & Crafts Metamorphic Kitchen Chair and Library Steps

Arts & Crafts Metamorphic Kitchen Chair and Library Steps

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

Arts & Crafts metamorphic kitchen chair and library steps A very useful piece, this handy little chair can be flipped over and turned into a small 4 step ladder, originally this ...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Arts and Crafts Ladders

Vintage Library Steps with Burgundy Embossed Leather Insets
Vintage Library Steps with Burgundy Embossed Leather Insets

Vintage Library Steps with Burgundy Embossed Leather Insets

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are so excited to present to you this Lovely Vintage Step Ladder. A very good quality and solid steps, to be used in libraries, offices etc.

Category

20th Century British Ladders

Materials

Leather, Hardwood

Salvino Marsura Scala Multioso from Treviso Italy, 2000s
Salvino Marsura Scala Multioso from Treviso Italy, 2000s

Salvino Marsura Scala Multioso from Treviso Italy, 2000s

By Salvino Marsura

Located in London, GB

A step ladder with a flourish of the Art Nouveau. Arched, bisecting stems carry a sense of the whimsical; a sculptural, poetic take to a typically utilitarian home object.

Category

Early 2000s Italian Ladders

Materials

Wrought Iron

Vintage Step Stool or Library Ladder
Vintage Step Stool or Library Ladder

Vintage Step Stool or Library Ladder

Located in Houston, TX

A multifunctional three rung step stool or library ladder from France. The open position is locked in place by inserting a metal pin into the side hinges and it has a handy notched h...

Category

20th Century French Ladders

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Step Ladder For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal step ladder for your home. Frequently made of wood, animal skin and leather, every step ladder was constructed with great care. There are 117 variations of the antique or vintage step ladder you’re looking for, while we also have 3 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect step ladder — we have versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. A step ladder, designed in the Industrial, Regency or Victorian style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. You’ll likely find more than one step ladder that is appealing in its simplicity, but Kartell, Gainsford and Co. and James Mont produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Step Ladder?

A step ladder can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $1,200, while the lowest priced sells for $145 and the highest can go for as much as $6,500.

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