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Antique Mahogany and Leather Library Steps
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Antique Mahogany and Leather Library Steps

1920 - 1940
Sold 3 October 2025 · Marylebone Antiques
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Description

A large and impressive 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 black 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 pole that stands above the steps can be unscrewed and lifted out, so this breaks down into a smaller size for ease of transport.

Width – 20 inches , 51 cm

Depth – 20 inches , 51 cm

Height – 72 inches , 182 cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
182cm (71.65")
Width
51cm (20.08")
Depth
51cm (20.08")
Declaration

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

Reference Numbers
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SA1119726
Dealers Internal Reference
9815
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Description
A large and impressive 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 black leather surfaces.

fig 1. A dark mahogany spiral library step unit featuring four leather-lined treads and a central supporting handrail pillar against a plain white background.
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. A dark mahogany spiral library step unit featuring four leather-lined treads and a central supporting handrail pillar against a plain white background.
fig 2. Antique Mahogany and Leather Library Steps

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

Width – 20 inches , 51 cm

Depth – 20 inches , 51 cm

Height – 72 inches , 182 cm

Height
182cm (71.65")
Width
51cm (20.08")
Depth
51cm (20.08")
Date of Manufacture

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

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1119726
Dealers Internal Ref
9815
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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Archive I A dark mahogany spiral library step unit featuring four leather-lined treads and a central supporting handrail pillar against a plain white background. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Antique Mahogany and Leather Library Steps

Archive II A dark mahogany spiral library step unit featuring four leather-lined treads and a central supporting handrail pillar against a plain white background. View II
Archive III A dark mahogany spiral library step unit featuring four leather-lined treads and a central supporting handrail pillar against a plain white background. View III
Archive IV A dark mahogany spiral library step unit featuring four leather-lined treads and a central supporting handrail pillar against a plain white background. View IV
Archive V A dark mahogany spiral library step unit featuring four leather-lined treads and a central supporting handrail pillar against a plain white background. View V
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Archive VII A dark mahogany spiral library step unit featuring four leather-lined treads and a central supporting handrail pillar against a plain white background. View VII
Archive VIII A dark mahogany spiral library step unit featuring four leather-lined treads and a central supporting handrail pillar against a plain white background. View VIII
Archive IX A dark mahogany spiral library step unit featuring four leather-lined treads and a central supporting handrail pillar against a plain white background. View IX
Archive X A dark mahogany spiral library step unit featuring four leather-lined treads and a central supporting handrail pillar against a plain white background. View X
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A dark mahogany spiral library step unit featuring four leather-lined treads and a central supporting handrail pillar against a plain white background.
Antique Mahogany and Leather Library Steps
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A dark mahogany spiral library step unit featuring four leather-lined treads and a central supporting handrail pillar against a plain white background.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectLibrary Steps
  • Period1920 - 1940
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialMahogany, Leather
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsLeather-lined treads, Turned handrail spindle, Spiral staircase design, Open wooden framing
  • SizeH 182 cm (72 in) x W 51 cm (20 in) x D 51 cm (20 in)

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Library steps evolved significantly during the 18th and 19th centuries as private home libraries grew in size, requiring functional solutions to reach high bookshelves containing extensive book collections.

Traditional pieces are typically constructed from dense hardwoods like mahogany or oak, featuring hand-tooled leather tread inserts, dovetail joinery, and turned wooden spindles or supporting pillars.

Authentic pieces exhibit period-appropriate joinery methods, natural patina on the wood and leather, hand-cut screws or pegs, and signs of genuine wear consistent with age rather than artificial distressing.

These pieces function effectively as standalone sculptural elements in studies or living rooms, or can be utilised as vertical display stands for trailing house plants and framed photographs.

Maintain the timber using microcrystalline wax to nourish the grain, and clean leather inserts gently with a dry or barely damp cloth, avoiding harsh chemical cleaners that strip natural oils.
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