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Antique Mahogany and Leather Library Steps
Marylebone Antiques
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Antique Mahogany and Leather Library Steps

1920 - 1940
Description

A superb set of antique mahogany and leather library steps in the Georgian style. They were made in England, and date from around the 1930’s period.

The quality is fantastic, they are very useful for reaching high shelves, and also make great side tables / decorative items. The mahogany frame is finely constructed, and the steps have inset tooled leather surfaces.

We have had these recently re-polished, the condition is excellent for their age. The mahogany has a wonderful patina with some minor marks and bumps remaining under the polish here and there, commensurate for age.

The brass topped pole that stands above the steps can be lifted out, so this breaks down into a smaller size for ease of transport.

Width – 17 inches , 43 cm

Depth – 17 inches , 43 cm

Height – 44 inches , 112 cm

Height without bar – 25.5 inches , 65 cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
112cm (44.09")
Width
43cm (16.93")
Depth
43cm (16.93")
Declaration

Marylebone Antiques has dated these Mahogany Spiral Library Steps to the 1930s.

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SA1228580
Dealers Internal Reference
13232
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Description
A superb set of antique mahogany and leather library steps in the Georgian style. They were made in England, and date from around the 1930’s period.
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The quality is fantastic, they are very useful for reaching high shelves, and also make great side tables / decorative items.
Marylebone Antiques

The mahogany frame is finely constructed, and the steps have inset tooled leather surfaces.

fig 1. Antique spiral mahogany library steps featuring four gold-tooled leather treads and a central turned support pole topped with a brass finial.
fig 1. Antique Mahogany and Leather Library Steps

We have had these recently re-polished, the condition is excellent for their age. The mahogany has a wonderful patina with some minor marks and bumps remaining under the polish here and there, commensurate for age.

fig 2. Antique spiral mahogany library steps featuring four gold-tooled leather treads and a central turned support pole topped with a brass finial.
fig 2. Antique Mahogany and Leather Library Steps

The brass topped pole that stands above the steps can be lifted out, so this breaks down into a smaller size for ease of transport.

Width – 17 inches , 43 cm

Depth – 17 inches , 43 cm

Height – 44 inches , 112 cm

Height without bar – 25.5 inches , 65 cm

Height
112cm (44.09")
Width
43cm (16.93")
Depth
43cm (16.93")
Date of Manufacture

Marylebone Antiques has dated these Mahogany Spiral Library Steps to the 1930s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1228580
Dealers Internal Ref
13232
Marylebone Antiques
Marylebone Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Nov 2012

Specialist in english, french and swedish antique furniture & decorative items circa 1750-1950s.

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Antique spiral mahogany library steps featuring four gold-tooled leather treads and a central turned support pole topped with a brass finial.
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Library steps are specialized wooden furniture items designed during the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries to allow access to higher shelving in private libraries, studies, and personal collections.

Traditional construction typically utilized solid hardwoods such as mahogany, oak, or walnut, frequently accented with gilt-tooled leather tread inserts and brass fittings or finials.

Authentic period examples demonstrate hand-cut joinery, historic wear along the treads, natural patination on turned timber elements, and genuine hand-tooled leather detailing.

These steps function as distinctive accent pieces in home offices, reading nooks, or living rooms, serving as unique side tables or plant stands while adding architectural height.

Keep the wood dusted with a soft cloth and apply beeswax polish periodically. The leather treads should be conditioned with a dedicated leather balm to prevent drying and cracking.
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