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Victorian Library Steps Ladder Mahogany Book Case
Victorian Library Steps Ladder Mahogany Book Case

Victorian Library Steps Ladder Mahogany Book Case

Located in Potters Bar, GB

Stunning English double sided mahogany Victorian style library steps Offered in great shape, this decorative piece would look stunning in your home library Will ship to anywhere in t...

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Vintage 1980s Victorian Bookcases

Materials

Wood

Regency Library Ladder English Mahogany Book Study Furniture
Regency Library Ladder English Mahogany Book Study Furniture

Regency Library Ladder English Mahogany Book Study Furniture

Located in Potters Bar, GB

Elegant Regency style library ladder in mahogany Great looking interiors piece what scrolls around with seven steps Perfect for the large bookcase or library study Some of our items ...

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Vintage 1980s Regency Bookcases

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Walnut

Original French Library Step Ladder Stamped for Bibliotheque Nationale De France
Original French Library Step Ladder Stamped for Bibliotheque Nationale De France

Original French Library Step Ladder Stamped for Bibliotheque Nationale De France

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely original French circa 1910-1920 pine painted library steps or ladder made for and used by the Bibliotheque Nationale De France A goo...

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Vintage 1910s French Edwardian Bookcases

Materials

Pine

Fine Antique George III circa 1820 Metamorphic Library Desk into Bookcase Ladder
Fine Antique George III circa 1820 Metamorphic Library Desk into Bookcase Ladder

Fine Antique George III circa 1820 Metamorphic Library Desk into Bookcase Ladder

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this sublime original George III circa 1820 lightly restored metamorphic library desk / writing table which converts into a library bookcase ladder...

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Antique 1820s English George III Desks and Writing Tables

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Leather, Hardwood

Michael Coffey, "Jacob's Ladder, " Modular Bookcase, United States, 1973
Michael Coffey, "Jacob's Ladder, " Modular Bookcase, United States, 1973

Michael Coffey, "Jacob's Ladder, " Modular Bookcase, United States, 1973

By Michael Coffey

Located in New York, NY

A black walnut étagère with four adjustable shelves, finished to a satin sheen. First created in Massachusetts by master craftsman Michael Coffey, and fabricated by the artist in 201...

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Vintage 1970s American Shelves

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Walnut

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Italian Post-Modern Architectural Bookcase, Ladder Shelving Unit Etagere

Italian Post-Modern Architectural Bookcase, Ladder Shelving Unit Etagere

By Jacques Adnet

Located in Los Gatos, CA

Vintage architectural l-adder sided shelving unit with white Formica laminated wood shelves and black powder coated steel frame. Thoughtfully designed with uniquely rounded edged Fo...

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20th Century Italian Post-Modern Bookcases

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Metal, Enamel, Iron

Restored Vintage Industrial Bakers Shelves Ladder Bookcase Solid Steel
Restored Vintage Industrial Bakers Shelves Ladder Bookcase Solid Steel

Restored Vintage Industrial Bakers Shelves Ladder Bookcase Solid Steel

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this seriously cool industrial vintage set of bakers ladder shelves with solid steel frame This is just about the most on-trend cool repurposed ...

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21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Bookcases

Materials

Iron

Antique Original Patina Painted Finish Library Reading Bookcase Steps Ladder
Antique Original Patina Painted Finish Library Reading Bookcase Steps Ladder

Antique Original Patina Painted Finish Library Reading Bookcase Steps Ladder

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this lovely original pine library steps or ladder to sit next to a bookcase A good looking and decorati...

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Antique 1880s English Victorian Ladders

Materials

Pine

Antique Original Patina Painted Finish Red Tall Library Bookcase Steps Ladder
Antique Original Patina Painted Finish Red Tall Library Bookcase Steps Ladder

Antique Original Patina Painted Finish Red Tall Library Bookcase Steps Ladder

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely original pine library steps or ladder A good looking and decorative piece, I have seen these with glass shelves fitted and upcycled ...

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Vintage 1910s English Edwardian Ladders

Materials

Pine

Unusual Ladder Style Bookcase
Unusual Ladder Style Bookcase

Unusual Ladder Style Bookcase

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H 73 in W 18 in D 22 in

Unusual Ladder Style Bookcase

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Vintage shelving unit in an angled ladder style, featuring five shelves and bottom drawer. Slender size makes it good for any room. (Please confirm item location - NY or NJ - with...

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

18th Century Italian Walnut Library Ladder Rocchetto Baroque Style Staircase
18th Century Italian Walnut Library Ladder Rocchetto Baroque Style Staircase

18th Century Italian Walnut Library Ladder Rocchetto Baroque Style Staircase

Located in Milano, MI

This antique Italian bookcase ladder from the 18th century period is an exclusive architectural elements that would make a unique and practical addition to any study or library!

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Antique Mid-18th Century Italian Baroque Ladders

Materials

Chestnut, Poplar, Walnut

Swedish Bookcase Ladder, 19th Century, Sweden
Swedish Bookcase Ladder, 19th Century, Sweden

Swedish Bookcase Ladder, 19th Century, Sweden

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H 79.5 in W 30 in D 6.5 in

Swedish Bookcase Ladder, 19th Century, Sweden

Located in New York, NY

A Swedish bookcase ladder made during the 19th century in Sweden.

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Antique Early 19th Century Swedish Folk Art Bookcases

Antique Victorian Arts & Crafts Metamorphic Library Steps for Large Bookcases
Antique Victorian Arts & Crafts Metamorphic Library Steps for Large Bookcases

Antique Victorian Arts & Crafts Metamorphic Library Steps for Large Bookcases

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer this lovely antique Arts & Crafts Victorian metamorphic library steps chair in oak A very charming and highly collectable piece, designed as an at home ...

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Antique 19th Century English Arts and Crafts Ladders

Materials

Oak

Antique Sturdy Wooden Country House Library Step/Bookcase Steps Marked Twyford
Antique Sturdy Wooden Country House Library Step/Bookcase Steps Marked Twyford

Antique Sturdy Wooden Country House Library Step/Bookcase Steps Marked Twyford

Located in Lisse, NL

Good quality library or bookcase steps. These handcrafted, early 20th century bookcase steps have a wonderful patina and the design too is an absolute joy to look at. Apart from st...

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Early 20th Century English Country Ladders

Materials

Iron

Antique Original Patina Gravity Randall Library Bookcase Steps Ladder
Antique Original Patina Gravity Randall Library Bookcase Steps Ladder

Antique Original Patina Gravity Randall Library Bookcase Steps Ladder

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer this lovely original pine Gravity Randall library steps or ladder Please note the delivery fee listed is just a guide, it covers within the M25 only for ...

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Antique Early 1900s English Edwardian Bookcases

Materials

Pine

Large Danish Teak Wall Bookcase "ladder" by Poul Cadovius, F140
Large Danish Teak Wall Bookcase "ladder" by Poul Cadovius, F140

Large Danish Teak Wall Bookcase "ladder" by Poul Cadovius, F140

By Poul Cadovius

Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes

Large wall bookcase "ladder" from the 60's by Danish designer Poul Cadovius.

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

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Industrial iron bookcase with wooden shelves and drawers complete with ladder
Industrial iron bookcase with wooden shelves and drawers complete with ladder

Industrial iron bookcase with wooden shelves and drawers complete with ladder

Located in Cuneo, Italy (CN)

Iron bookcase, composed of industrially derived iron pieces, with shelves and drawers in light poplar wood, complete with ladder and bar on which to move it, in excellent condition a...

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Vintage 1980s Italian Bookcases

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Victorian Library Ladder Step Ladders Walnut Stair
Victorian Library Ladder Step Ladders Walnut Stair

Victorian Library Ladder Step Ladders Walnut Stair

Located in Potters Bar, GB

Stunning Victorian style library ladder step Hand crafted from walnut with mahogany trim Great for the country house which comes with a ladder Well crafted - solid and sturdy Please ...

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Vintage 1980s Victorian Bookcases

Materials

Mahogany

Vintage French Ladder Bookshelf
Vintage French Ladder Bookshelf

Vintage French Ladder Bookshelf

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H 85 in W 76 in D 31 in

Vintage French Ladder Bookshelf

Located in Mckinney, TX

A unique bookshelf created from an old French painter’s ladder coupled with reclaimed scaffolding boards from Belgium. When combined together, the two seemingly utilitarian pieces ha...

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Early 20th Century French Bookcases

Materials

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Victorian Library Steps Mahogany Step Ladder
Victorian Library Steps Mahogany Step Ladder

Victorian Library Steps Mahogany Step Ladder

Located in Potters Bar, GB

Classic Victorian style set of library steps in mahogany Step ladder action Perfect for the large bookcase or library study Some of our items are in storage so please check ahead of ...

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Vintage 1980s Victorian Bookcases

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Mahogany

Modern Industrial Ladder Bookshelf / TV Stand
Modern Industrial Ladder Bookshelf / TV Stand

Modern Industrial Ladder Bookshelf / TV Stand

Located in Astoria, NY

Modern contemporary industrial ladder bookshelf TV stand, metal, glass and pressboard, unmarked. In very good vintage condition. Dealer: S138XX.

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Materials

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Modern Industrial Ladder Bookshelf / TV Stand
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Modern Industrial Ladder Bookshelf / TV Stand

Located in Astoria, NY

Modern contemporary industrial ladder bookshelf TV stand, metal, glass and pressboard, unmarked. Dimensions 67" H x 38.5" W x 22" D. SKU 87751.  

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Materials

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Georgian Library Steps Spiral Ladder Mahogany Revival
Georgian Library Steps Spiral Ladder Mahogany Revival

Georgian Library Steps Spiral Ladder Mahogany Revival

Located in Potters Bar, GB

Very elegant mahogany spiral library steps in the Georgian style Unusual tall upright design with turned finial to the top Graduated tiered steps of quarter round form Supported on t...

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Vintage 1980s Georgian Bookcases

Materials

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Regency Library Steps Spiral Ladder Mahogany
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Regency Library Steps Spiral Ladder Mahogany

Located in Potters Bar, GB

Gorgeous pair of Regency style library steps in mahogany Half spiral design, great interiors piece Some of our items are in storage so please check ahead of a viewing to see if it is...

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Located in Van Nuys, CA

Vintage three-level rattan shelf short 30" tall room divider wall bookcase with mahogany shelving and rattan pole ladder sides.

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Early Dutch Modernist Two Section Slatted Bookshelf with Ladder Sides

Early Dutch Modernist Two Section Slatted Bookshelf with Ladder Sides

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Minimal two section early Dutch Modernist bookshelf with ladder sides and removable slatted shelves. Attachment loops are mounted to the top, backs of the poles to secure the unit to...

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Materials

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Italian Vintage Bookcase Ladder in Brass and Wood
Italian Vintage Bookcase Ladder in Brass and Wood

Italian Vintage Bookcase Ladder in Brass and Wood

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H 104.34 in W 14.97 in D 14.57 in

Italian Vintage Bookcase Ladder in Brass and Wood

By Midcentury Italian school

Located in Milano, IT

Elegant bookcase ladder of Italian manufacture from the 1950s.

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ladders

Materials

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Midcentury Library Stairs Carved Wooden and Leather Bookcase Ladder Spiral Steps
Midcentury Library Stairs Carved Wooden and Leather Bookcase Ladder Spiral Steps

Midcentury Library Stairs Carved Wooden and Leather Bookcase Ladder Spiral Steps

Located in Ijzendijke, NL

Beautiful 1960s old classic Library steps , the circular step ladder features four stairs rolled around a central post Each step is upholstered with the original green leather de...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Victorian Ladders

Materials

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Spiral 4-Step Library Stairs Casters , Wood and Leather Bookcase Ladder , 1960s
Spiral 4-Step Library Stairs Casters , Wood and Leather Bookcase Ladder , 1960s

Spiral 4-Step Library Stairs Casters , Wood and Leather Bookcase Ladder , 1960s

Located in Ijzendijke, NL

Beautiful 1960s old classic Library steps with casters , the circular step ladder features four stairs rolled around a central post Each step is upholstered with the original brown...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Victorian Ladders

Materials

Leather, Wood

Vintage Italian Wooden Ladder
Vintage Italian Wooden Ladder

Vintage Italian Wooden Ladder

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H 70.87 in W 18.12 in D 3.94 in

Vintage Italian Wooden Ladder

By Midcentury Italian school

Located in Milano, IT

The vintage ladder has seven rungs, it can also be used as a bookcase ladder thanks to iron supports.

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ladders

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Vintage Hardwood & Green Leather Spiral Bookcase Library Steps Georgian Home
Vintage Hardwood & Green Leather Spiral Bookcase Library Steps Georgian Home

Vintage Hardwood & Green Leather Spiral Bookcase Library Steps Georgian Home

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this absolutely exquisite vintage mahogany & green leather library steps What a thing of beauty, nothing screams Georgian decadence like a set ...

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Antique 19th Century English Georgian Ladders

Materials

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Early 20th Century Gothic Revival Library Stairs / Handcrafted Bookcase Steps
Early 20th Century Gothic Revival Library Stairs / Handcrafted Bookcase Steps

Early 20th Century Gothic Revival Library Stairs / Handcrafted Bookcase Steps

Located in Lisse, NL

Rare, excellent condition and highly practical library stairs. These rare Neo-Gothic library stairs are another one of our recent great finds and the perfect example of the beauty a...

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Early 20th Century Dutch Gothic Revival Ladders

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Early 1900 Gothic Revival Library Stairs / Handcrafted Oak Bookcase Steps
Early 1900 Gothic Revival Library Stairs / Handcrafted Oak Bookcase Steps

Early 1900 Gothic Revival Library Stairs / Handcrafted Oak Bookcase Steps

Located in Lisse, NL

Rare, very good condition and highly practical library stairs. These rare Neo-Gothic library stairs are another one of our recent finds and a nice example of the beauty and the qu...

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Early 20th Century Dutch Gothic Revival Ladders

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Antique & Sturdy Wooden Arts & Crafts Library Chair / Bookcase Steps by Naether

Antique & Sturdy Wooden Arts & Crafts Library Chair / Bookcase Steps by Naether

By Naether

Located in Lisse, NL

Rare and great quality, folding library chair and steps. The design of this Arts & Crafts library chair is an absolute joy to look at. Made in the early twentieth century by one of...

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Early 20th Century German Arts and Crafts Ladders

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Antique Gothic Revival English Library Stairs / Chair Bookcase Steps by Hewetson
Antique Gothic Revival English Library Stairs / Chair Bookcase Steps by Hewetson

Antique Gothic Revival English Library Stairs / Chair Bookcase Steps by Hewetson

Located in Lisse, NL

Rare, good condition and highly practical library stairs. These rare Neo-Gothic library stairs are another one of our recent great finds and this antique is the perfect example of t...

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Early 20th Century English Gothic Revival Ladders

Materials

Oak

FULLY DISMANTLABLE FRENCH COUNTRY PAINTED LIBRARY BOOKCASE WiTH LADDER & RAIL
FULLY DISMANTLABLE FRENCH COUNTRY PAINTED LIBRARY BOOKCASE WiTH LADDER & RAIL

FULLY DISMANTLABLE FRENCH COUNTRY PAINTED LIBRARY BOOKCASE WiTH LADDER & RAIL

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this very large painted French Country style open library bookcase in pine with bronzed rail and ladder Ple...

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20th Century English Country Bookcases

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Yacht Companionway Steps Boat Galley Ladder Stairs Vintage Solid Teak Bookcase
Yacht Companionway Steps Boat Galley Ladder Stairs Vintage Solid Teak Bookcase

Yacht Companionway Steps Boat Galley Ladder Stairs Vintage Solid Teak Bookcase

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

A superb companionway presented in excellent antique condition In quality thick solid teak stock Huge interest - would make a wonderful bookcase or display With very desirable lea...

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Antique Early 1900s Great Britain (UK) Victorian Bookcases

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Regency Library Steps Spiral Ladder Mahogany
Regency Library Steps Spiral Ladder Mahogany

Regency Library Steps Spiral Ladder Mahogany

Located in Potters Bar, GB

Gorgeous pair of Regency style library steps in mahogany Half spiral design, great interiors piece Some of our items are in storage so please check ahead of a viewing to see if it is...

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Vintage 1980s Regency Bookcases

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Double Bookcase with Ladder

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H 99.5 in W 87 in D 17.5 in

Double Bookcase with Ladder

Located in Bridgehampton, NY

Double sized wooden bookcase with sliding lader.

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'the ladder shelf' Shelving Unit by Nisse Strinning for String, 1960s
'the ladder shelf' Shelving Unit by Nisse Strinning for String, 1960s

'the ladder shelf' Shelving Unit by Nisse Strinning for String, 1960s

By String Design AB, Nils Nisse Strinning

Located in Savona, IT

Shelving unit produced in the 1960s in Sweden by String Design AB. Designed by Nisse Strinning. Uprights in black plasticized metal. Shelves in veneered wood. Coupling system in ...

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Located in Potters Bar, Herts

Stunning Victorian style library ladder step. Handcrafted from walnut with mahogany trim. Great for the country house which comes with a ladder. Well crafted, solid and sturdy. V...

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Vintage 1980s English Victorian Ladders

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Pair Regency Open Bookcases in Walnut Open Front Bookcase

Pair Regency Open Bookcases in Walnut Open Front Bookcase

Located in Potters Bar, GB

Gorgeous pair of Regency Sheraton style open front bookcase in burl walnut Tall and thin so elegant design to this piece We can also split the pair up if you are looking for a single...

Category

Vintage 1980s Regency Bookcases

Materials

Walnut

19th Century Italian Marble Well Head
19th Century Italian Marble Well Head

19th Century Italian Marble Well Head

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Very rare 19th c. Italian Marble Well Head signed by Professor Polizi, Firenze, Italy

Category

Antique 19th Century Italian Architectural Elements

Materials

Marble

Bertu Bar Stools, Chile Modern Bar Stool, Arms
Bertu Bar Stools, Chile Modern Bar Stool, Arms

Bertu Bar Stools, Chile Modern Bar Stool, Arms

$1,900 / item

H 34 in W 21 in D 18.5 in

Bertu Bar Stools, Chile Modern Bar Stool, Arms

By Bertu Furniture

Located in Oak Harbor, OH

Bertu Bar Stools, Chile Modern Bar Stool, Arms This Chile Modern Bar Stool with Arms is beautifully constructed from solid walnut in Ohio, USA. The bar stool is chunky and modern w...

Category

2010s American Modern Stools

Materials

Upholstery, Wood, Walnut

'Athena' Natural Woodwork TV Holder and Media Credenza with Drawer
'Athena' Natural Woodwork TV Holder and Media Credenza with Drawer

'Athena' Natural Woodwork TV Holder and Media Credenza with Drawer

$4,397 / item

H 22.84 in W 86.62 in D 18.12 in

'Athena' Natural Woodwork TV Holder and Media Credenza with Drawer

By Alessandra Delgado

Located in Alto da Lapa, SP

Inspired by the sun blocks or brises soleil featured on Modernist architecture which has captivated Alessandra Delgado since the early days of her career as a designer, Athena creden...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Music Stands

Materials

Oak, Walnut

Contemporary U Concrete Pendant Lamp by Bentu Design
Contemporary U Concrete Pendant Lamp by Bentu Design

Contemporary U Concrete Pendant Lamp by Bentu Design

By Bentu Design

Located in Paris, IDF

Concrete ceiling lamp designed by Cantonese studio Bentu Design. (Sold individually) 18 cm High; 9,6 cm Diameter Wire: 2Meters Black, Red, Yellow or Blue (adjustable) Lamp Type: E2...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Concrete

Japanese Lacquer and Cinnabar "Samurai" Cabinet, Inaba Family, Edo Period
Japanese Lacquer and Cinnabar "Samurai" Cabinet, Inaba Family, Edo Period

Japanese Lacquer and Cinnabar "Samurai" Cabinet, Inaba Family, Edo Period

Located in Troy, NY

Exceptionally large and rare lacquer cabinet. According to the heraldry, visible on the headgear in one of the panels, it was made for the Inaba family, a high ranking Daimyo family,...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Edo Lacquer

Materials

Bronze

Exceptional Italian Alligator Desk Set Pristine Condition
Exceptional Italian Alligator Desk Set Pristine Condition

Exceptional Italian Alligator Desk Set Pristine Condition

Located in Buchanan, MI

An Italian alligator desk set comprising a blotter, a letter rack, a letter tray, a desk pad, a pen stand, a desk clock with Roman numeral hours, a calendar stand, two magnifying gla...

Category

20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Desk Sets

Materials

Leather

19th Century Italian Venetian Grotto Settee by Pauly et Cie
19th Century Italian Venetian Grotto Settee by Pauly et Cie

19th Century Italian Venetian Grotto Settee by Pauly et Cie

By Pauly et Cie

Located in Queens, NY

Italian Venetian Grotto (19th cent.) silver gilt settee with triple seashell seat and dolphin & seahorse motif (att: Pauly et Cie, Venice)

Category

Antique 19th Century Italian Romantic Settees

Materials

Silver Leaf

Military / Campaign Chest i eg, England
Military / Campaign Chest i eg, England

Military / Campaign Chest i eg, England

$4,217

H 39.18 in W 41.34 in D 20.48 in

Military / Campaign Chest i eg, England

Located in Kastrup, DK

Elegant and functional campaign chest crafted from solid oak with original recessed brass handles and brass corner mounts. The chest is made in two separate sections with brass carry...

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century English Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

19th Century Chinese Canopy Wedding Bed
19th Century Chinese Canopy Wedding Bed

19th Century Chinese Canopy Wedding Bed

$16,000Sale Price|50% Off

H 102.37 in W 99.61 in D 72.84 in

19th Century Chinese Canopy Wedding Bed

Located in Marbella, ES

This is a wonderful example of a canopy bed from Shanghai Province, China. Made of Chinese Northern Elm, this bed features hoofed feet and multiple floral carvings. The exterior ...

Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Gold Leaf

Italian Rocking Chair Model 572 By Cassina
Italian Rocking Chair Model 572 By Cassina

Italian Rocking Chair Model 572 By Cassina

$16,397

H 37.21 in W 25.6 in D 39.77 in

Italian Rocking Chair Model 572 By Cassina

By Cassina

Located in London, GB

An incredible and very rare rocking chair (has been attributed to Gio Ponti in the past and shows a strong and striking resemblance to his designs) in walnut, rubber and fabric for C...

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Steel

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Ladder Bookcase For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic ladder bookcase available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, metal and oak, every ladder bookcase was constructed with great care. Your living room may not be complete without a ladder bookcase — find older editions for sale from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. A ladder bookcase is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Mid-Century Modern, Arts and Crafts and Folk Art styles are sought with frequency. Four Hands, Michael Coffey and Midcentury Italian school each produced at least one beautiful ladder bookcase that is worth considering.

How Much is a Ladder Bookcase?

The average selling price for a ladder bookcase at 1stDibs is $1,484, while they’re typically $708 on the low end and $25,000 for the highest priced.

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