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Good Set of Victorian Folding Steps
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Good Set of Victorian Folding Steps

1900 - 1920
Sold 10 January 2026 · Heathcote Antiques - S.A Webster
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Very good set of folding steps that can be used as a stool. Single piece round top, Circa 1900.

H: 23 1/2?

W: 13 1/2?

D: 19 1/2?

Seat diameter: 9 3/4"

Postage can be quoted.

Physical Dimensions
Height
60cm (23.62")
Width
35cm (13.78")
Depth
50cm (19.69")
Declaration

Heathcote Antiques - S.A Webster has dated these Victorian Folding Steps to the 1900s.

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SA1176545
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heath88
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Heathcote Antiques mainly deal with English Antiques from the 18th Century to modern decorative items.

Furniture (All Styles)

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Lighting (Original)

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Door Furniture including Knobs & Latches

Titchmarsh & Goodwin oak furiture.

Description
Very good set of folding steps that can be used as a stool. Single piece round top, Circa 1900.

H: 23 1/2?

W: 13 1/2?

D: 19 1/2?

Seat diameter: 9 3/4"

Postage can be quoted.

Height
60cm (23.62")
Width
35cm (13.78")
Depth
50cm (19.69")
Date of Manufacture

Heathcote Antiques - S.A Webster has dated these Victorian Folding Steps to the 1900s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1176545
Dealers Internal Ref
heath88
Heathcote Antiques - S.A Webster
Heathcote Antiques - S.A Webster
Sellingantiques verified Since Sep 2010

Heathcote antiques ,a family run business

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An off-white painted wooden Victorian folding step stool featuring a round top platform and hinged support legs. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I An off-white painted wooden Victorian folding step stool featuring a round top platform and hinged support legs. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Good Set of Victorian Folding Steps

Archive II An off-white painted wooden Victorian folding step stool featuring a round top platform and hinged support legs. View II
Archive III An off-white painted wooden Victorian folding step stool featuring a round top platform and hinged support legs. View III
Archive IV An off-white painted wooden Victorian folding step stool featuring a round top platform and hinged support legs. View IV
Archive V An off-white painted wooden Victorian folding step stool featuring a round top platform and hinged support legs. View V
Archive VI An off-white painted wooden Victorian folding step stool featuring a round top platform and hinged support legs. View VI
Archive VII An off-white painted wooden Victorian folding step stool featuring a round top platform and hinged support legs. View VII
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Heathcote Antiques - S.A Webster
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An off-white painted wooden Victorian folding step stool featuring a round top platform and hinged support legs.
Good Set Of Victorian Folding Steps
Ref: SA1176545
An off-white painted wooden Victorian folding step stool featuring a round top platform and hinged support legs.
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  • ObjectSteps
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialPine, Wood, Metal
  • ColourOff-White
  • MotifsRound top platform, Hinged folding mechanism, Stepped treads, Turned supports
  • SizeH 60 cm (24 in) x W 35 cm (14 in) x D 50 cm (20 in)

Victorian folding library steps were developed in the 19th century to provide practical access to high bookshelves in private libraries and studies. As home libraries grew in popularity among the middle and upper classes, space-saving folding designs became essential for domestic functionality.

These pieces were typically constructed from sturdy hardwoods such as mahogany, oak, or pine, often featuring clever mechanical hinges, pivoting joints, and brass fittings. Many utilitarian items from this period were subsequently painted with durable lead-based or oil paints for domestic use.

Authenticity is identified through period-appropriate joinery, hand-turned components, forged iron or brass hardware, and natural wear patterns on the treads. Original painted surfaces often exhibit age-related crazing, patina, and chipping consistent with historical use.

Antique steps function well as decorative plant stands, bedside surfaces, or freestanding display units for books and objects in contemporary spaces. Their architectural lines add industrial or rustic character to neutral rooms.

Preserve antique painted surfaces by dusting with a dry, soft cloth and avoiding harsh chemical cleaners or excessive moisture. Keep wooden furniture away from direct sunlight and dramatic humidity fluctuations to prevent cracking or paint flaking.
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