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Set of Antique Victorian Mahogany Library Steps
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Set of Antique Victorian Mahogany Library Steps

19th century
Sold 13 August 2025 · Penderyn Antiques
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An intriguing set of Antique Victorian mahogany library steps featuring green tooled leather with gold gilding and moulded edges. The top two steps have hinged lids that open to reveal storage compartments, while the middle step extends outward. Raised on turned legs, a practical and stylish piece.

Item Ref; M-6058

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DIMENSIONS:

Height – 67.5cm / Width - 42.5cm / Depth - 74.5cm

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CONDITION REPORT:

In good antique condition throughout, showing some signs of age. There is surface wear including age-related marks and scratches across the piece, with some staining to the side of the pull-out drawer.

Our experienced carpenter thoroughly inspects, repairs, and restores each item in our collection to ensure it is fully prepared for use in your home.

For a clear and accurate understanding of each item's condition, we ask that you carefully review all provided photos. These images are an essential part of the description and condition report, offering important visual details regarding the item's appearance and quality.

Physical Dimensions
Height
67.5cm (26.57")
Width
42.5cm (16.73")
Depth
74.5cm (29.33")
Declaration

Penderyn Antiques has dated these Victorian Mahogany Library Steps to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1152907
Dealers Internal Reference
M-6058
Dealers Notes

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Collection: Our shop is based in the village of Penderyn, South Wales, CF44 0TJ.

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In case of return, items must be received back in the same condition as delivered and a collection fee of £85 will apply, this would be deducted from any refund amount.

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Description
An intriguing set of Antique Victorian mahogany library steps featuring green tooled leather with gold gilding and moulded edges.
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The top two steps have hinged lids that open to reveal storage compartments, while the middle step extends outward.
Penderyn Antiques

Raised on turned legs, a practical and stylish piece.

fig 1. A set of tiered Victorian mahogany library steps featuring green leather inset treads and turned legs.
fig 1. Set of Antique Victorian Mahogany Library Steps

Item Ref; M-6058

DIMENSIONS:

Height – 67.5cm / Width - 42.5cm / Depth - 74.5cm

CONDITION REPORT:

In good antique condition throughout, showing some signs of age. There is surface wear including age-related marks and scratches across the piece, with some staining to the side of the pull-out drawer.

fig 2. A set of tiered Victorian mahogany library steps featuring green leather inset treads and turned legs.
fig 2. Set of Antique Victorian Mahogany Library Steps

Our experienced carpenter thoroughly inspects, repairs, and restores each item in our collection to ensure it is fully prepared for use in your home.

For a clear and accurate understanding of each item's condition, we ask that you carefully review all provided photos. These images are an essential part of the description and condition report, offering important visual details regarding the item's appearance and quality.

Height
67.5cm (26.57")
Width
42.5cm (16.73")
Depth
74.5cm (29.33")
Date of Manufacture

Penderyn Antiques has dated these Victorian Mahogany Library Steps to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1152907
Dealers Internal Ref
M-6058
Penderyn Antiques
Penderyn Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2019
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A set of tiered Victorian mahogany library steps featuring green leather inset treads and turned legs.
Set of Antique Victorian Mahogany Library Steps
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  • ObjectLibrary Steps
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialMahogany, Leather
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsTiered platforms, Turned legs, Inset leather treads, Panelled risers
  • SizeH 67.5 cm (27 in) x W 42.5 cm (17 in) x D 74.5 cm (29 in)

Library steps gained popularity during the 18th and 19th centuries in large stately homes and private studies to provide access to high bookshelves before the widespread use of rolling ladders.

Authentic period pieces were predominantly crafted from dense hardwoods like mahogany or oak, frequently featuring hand-tooled leather treads, dovetail joinery, and turned wooden supports.

Authentication involves examining the timber grain, checking for hand-cut joints, assessing the patina of the wood, and inspecting the wear patterns on the treads and leather inserts.

These functional pieces can be repurposed as plant stands, bedside surfaces, or decorative display tiers within a study or living room to add historic character.

Maintenance requires applying microcrystalline wax to nourish the mahogany timber and using specialist leather conditioners sparingly on the treads to prevent cracking.
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