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Early Victorian Mahogany Library Steps
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Early Victorian Mahogany Library Steps

19th century
Sold 26 November 2025 · Sturmans Antiques
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A small set of substantial early Victorian solid mahogany library steps in superb useable condition c.1850. Solid mahogany construction with substantial cross stretchered frame and turned tapering legs to all four corners. Two framed treads with inset panels of mahogany to the centres. Presented in superb original condition with a rich polish, very sturdy and useable. Measures 16.5" wide x 20" deep x 18" high to top step and 9" to bottom step.

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Physical Dimensions
Height
45.5cm (17.91")
Width
42cm (16.54")
Depth
51cm (20.08")
Declaration

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

Reference Numbers
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SA1181071
Dealers Internal Reference
Stock number 42437
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Description
A small set of substantial early Victorian solid mahogany library steps in superb useable condition c.1850.
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Solid mahogany construction with substantial cross stretchered frame and turned tapering legs to all four corners.
Sturmans Antiques

Two framed treads with inset panels of mahogany to the centres. Presented in superb original condition with a rich polish, very sturdy and useable. Measures 16.5" wide x 20" deep x 18" high to top step and 9" to bottom step.

Please contact us with your postcode to obtain a quote for delivery of this item.

Height
45.5cm (17.91")
Width
42cm (16.54")
Depth
51cm (20.08")
Date of Manufacture

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

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1181071
Dealers Internal Ref
Stock number 42437
Sturmans Antiques
Sturmans Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Sep 2012

Specialists in antique walnut & oak furniture, upholstered chairs, globes, boxes & tantaluses, clocks & barometers, old moorcroft & silver

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An early Victorian two-tier mahogany library step stool with turned legs and inset rectangular treads against a grey background. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I An early Victorian two-tier mahogany library step stool with turned legs and inset rectangular treads against a grey background. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Early Victorian Mahogany Library Steps

Archive II An early Victorian two-tier mahogany library step stool with turned legs and inset rectangular treads against a grey background. View II
Archive III An early Victorian two-tier mahogany library step stool with turned legs and inset rectangular treads against a grey background. View III
Archive IV An early Victorian two-tier mahogany library step stool with turned legs and inset rectangular treads against a grey background. View IV
Archive V An early Victorian two-tier mahogany library step stool with turned legs and inset rectangular treads against a grey background. View V
Archive VI An early Victorian two-tier mahogany library step stool with turned legs and inset rectangular treads against a grey background. View VI
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An early Victorian two-tier mahogany library step stool with turned legs and inset rectangular treads against a grey background.
Early Victorian Mahogany Library Steps
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An early Victorian two-tier mahogany library step stool with turned legs and inset rectangular treads against a grey background.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectStools & Steps
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialMahogany
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsTurned legs, Inset tread panels, Two-tier structure
  • SizeH 45.5 cm (18 in) x W 42 cm (17 in) x D 51 cm (20 in)

FAQs

Preservation involves maintaining stable indoor humidity, avoiding direct sunlight to prevent fading, and treating the timber periodically with traditional beeswax rather than modern silicon polishes.

Such pieces function effectively as side tables, plant stands, or display surfaces in studies and living spaces, adding vertical interest and historical character.

Authenticity is determined by examining timber shrinkage, hand-cut dovetails or joinery marks, traditional patina, and wear patterns consistent with age rather than artificial distress.

These items are typically constructed from dense hardwoods like mahogany or oak, featuring traditional joinery such as mortise and tenon frames, hand-turned legs, and inset treads.

Library steps gained prominence during the 18th and 19th centuries as private and institutional libraries expanded upwards with floor-to-ceiling shelving, necessitating functional yet refined access solutions.
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