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Set of George III Mahogany Library Steps
Jake Wright Antiques Ltd.
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Set of George III Mahogany Library Steps

18th century
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An unusual flight of substantial late 18th Century Mahogany library steps, with a tall handrail, above a set of pullout steps with pair of brass handles, joined by stretchers. In good condition and of good strong design, circa 1790.

H: 186 cm (73 1/4")

W: 61 cm (25")

D: 46 cm (18 1/8")

Physical Dimensions
Height
186cm (73.23")
Width
61cm (24.02")
Depth
46cm (18.11")
Declaration

Jake Wright Antiques Ltd. has dated these Georgian Mahogany Library Steps to the 18th Century.

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SA1187057
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Jake has been supplying the London Trade and Interior Designer market with quality antiques since 2010. Jake has worked closely with his clients over these years and, due to the recent changing times and opportunities in the market, has decided to step out of the shadows to reach a wider audience with his new website. With items ranging from C17th to C20th in English, continental and Asian tastes. All with emphasis on quality and originality.

We offer a full shipping service, able to provide competitive quotes for National and International transport/shipping with a selection of regularly used, reliable and professional companies.

Description
An unusual flight of substantial late 18th Century Mahogany library steps, with a tall handrail, above a set of pullout steps with pair of brass handles, joined by stretchers. In good condition and of good strong design, circa 1790.

H: 186 cm (73 1/4")

W: 61 cm (25")

D: 46 cm (18 1/8")

Height
186cm (73.23")
Width
61cm (24.02")
Depth
46cm (18.11")
Date of Manufacture

Jake Wright Antiques Ltd. has dated these Georgian Mahogany Library Steps to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1187057
Jake Wright Antiques Ltd.
Jake Wright Antiques Ltd.
Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2021

Antique furniture, grand tour & works of art dealing in fine, country house and decorative antiques from england and the continent

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Telephone 07789 602186
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Moreton In Marsh
Gloucestershire
United Kingdom
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A George III mahogany set of library steps featuring three tiered steps and a tall vertical handrail topped with a finial.
Set of George III Mahogany Library Steps
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George III library steps are tiered wooden step stools produced in Britain during the reign of King George III, between 1760 and 1820. They were designed specifically to allow access to higher shelves in private libraries and studies.

These steps were predominantly constructed from solid mahogany or oak, often incorporating brass hardware, hinges, and occasionally leather inlay on the step treads.

Authentic pieces feature hand-cut dovetail joints, period-appropriate hand-forged brass fittings, original patination on the timber, and signs of age-consistent wear on structural contact points.

They serve as functional accent pieces in modern home offices, reading nooks, or living rooms, positioned beside floor-to-ceiling bookcases or utilized as unique display stands for decorative objects.

Dust regularly with a soft, lint-free cloth and apply a high-quality beeswax polish once or twice a year, keeping the item away from direct heat sources and direct sunlight to prevent timber shrinkage or fading.
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