Antique Industrial Steel Folding Ladder writing desk and edge wear from decades

and edge wear from decades of use

Cast metal ashtray featuring a raised bull head motif

This lamp measures 50" in length

Exhibits minor signs of wear including some small chips

Antique Industrial Steel Folding Ladder writing desk and edge wear from decadesA utilitarian steel ladder designed for use in factory or warehouse settings, featuring a folding midsection for compact storage. Constructed from angle iron with round rungs, the piece showcases a purposeful, overbuilt form typical of industrial hardware from the early 1900s. Hooked tops allow it to rest securely against shelving or rail ledges, while the legs terminate in flat steel pads for stability. Its surface carries an even, deep patina of