19th.century Library Steps

Name: 19th.century Library Steps
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1043590
Price: 725 GBP
Availability: InStock

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ObjectLibrary Steps
Period19th century
StyleVictorian
MaterialMahogany, Leather
ColourDark Brown, Tan
MotifsTooled leather treads, Turned feet, Three-tier structure
SizeH 68.5 cm (27 in) x W 50 cm (20 in) x D 83 cm (33 in)

These early 19th-century Victorian library steps provide a practical three-tier structure constructed from dark brown mahogany with short turned wooden legs. Each step incorporates a tan leather tread decorated with gold tooling and blind stamping. The middle step pulls forward to reveal a hidden storage area, while the top step lifts to open a separate compartment. Measuring 68.5 cm high, 50 cm wide, and 83 cm deep, this gentleman's library accessory suits placement in an empty corner of a study or traditional bedroom. The piece functions effectively as a functional step unit as well as a concealed storage compartment for small items in a period home today.

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Originally designed in the 18th and 19th centuries, library steps provided safe access to high bookshelves in private studies and libraries, while also frequently serving as bed steps in high-ceilinged bedrooms.

High-grade dense hardwoods such as mahogany, walnut, and oak were predominantly used, frequently inset with gold-tooled leather treads to offer traction and decorative appeal.

Authentic pieces generally display traditional hand-cut joinery, turned wooden feet, natural wear on the tread edges, and aged gilt tooling on genuine leather surfaces.

These functional objects double as versatile occasional tables beside reading armchairs, elevated plant stands, or architectural display surfaces in a study or hallway.

Dust the timber regularly and polish with natural beeswax, taking care to preserve the original finish, while treating the leather treads with dedicated leather balm to prevent drying.

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