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Rare 18th Century Mahogany Metamorphic Library Steps
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Rare 18th Century Mahogany Metamorphic Library Steps

18th century
Sold 1 March 2022 · John Howkins Antiques
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Description

A very unusual set of 18th century metamorphic library steps concealed in the form of a library stool. The seat recently reupholstered in top quality hand dyed leather with bras studded detail and opens when the brass button is pressed to release the catch. The set of steps can be pulled out and the whole structure is supported on four square mahogany legs with iron strengthening straps. The interior has a paper label which we cannot decipher. Dimensions:- Open Height…35.75’’/ 91cm. Closed Height…22’’/ 56cm. Open Width…41.5’’/ 105.5cm. Closed Width…25’’/ 83.5cm. Depth…17.75’’/ 45cm. Delivery to most of U.K. mainland £45.

Physical Dimensions
Height
91cm (35.83")
Width
105.5cm (41.54")
Depth
45cm (17.72")
Declaration

John Howkins Antiques has dated this piece to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA876360
Dealers Internal Reference
23290
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Description
A very unusual set of 18th century metamorphic library steps concealed in the form of a library stool.
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The seat recently reupholstered in top quality hand dyed leather with bras studded detail and opens when the brass button is pressed to release the catch.
John Howkins Antiques

The set of steps can be pulled out and the whole structure is supported on four square mahogany legs with iron strengthening straps. The interior has a paper label which we cannot decipher. Dimensions:- Open Height…35.75’’/ 91cm. Closed Height…22’’/ 56cm. Open Width…41.5’’/ 105.5cm. Closed Width…25’’/ 83.5cm. Depth…17.75’’/ 45cm. Delivery to most of U.K. mainland £45.

Height
91cm (35.83")
Width
105.5cm (41.54")
Depth
45cm (17.72")
Date of Manufacture

John Howkins Antiques has dated this piece to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA876360
Dealers Internal Ref
23290
John Howkins Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Sep 2010
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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the John Howkins Antiques Profile Page

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John Howkins Antiques
Telephone 01508 498335 or 07770 311 611
Location
The Grange
Hempnall Green
Norfolk
NR15 2NR
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/jhowkins
Verified Since Sep 2010
Items For Sale 474
Items Sold 3,834
John Howkins Antiques
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Rare 18th Century Mahogany Metamorphic Library Steps
Rare 18th Century Mahogany Metamorphic Library Steps
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  • Period18th century
  • SizeH 91 cm (36 in) x W 105.5 cm (42 in) x D 45 cm (18 in)
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