Vintage Industrial Wooden Stepladder from Manufrance, 1890s

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A five-step workshop stepladder from the french brand manufrance, founded in saint-étienne, an emblem of early 20th-century french industrial production.

… Read more A five-step workshop stepladder from the french brand manufrance, founded in saint-étienne, an emblem of early 20th-century french industrial production.

made of light-colored solid wood, likely beech, it features a folding, hinged structure with a wide top platform and generous steps. Stability is ensured by a cross bracing system on the side supports, typical of professional equipment of the period.

authenticity is attested by a clearly visible, riveted circular metal plate bearing the intertwined 'mf' logo and the inscription 'manufrance saint-étienne'.

the wood displays a beautiful, aged, natural patina with signs of wear and a slight graying, indicating prolonged use, probably between 1900 and 1930.

as much a decorative piece as a functional one, this stepladder fits perfectly into an industrial interior, workshop, loft, or bohemian style space. It can be used as a display stand, bookshelf, or decorative element.

dimensions: h. 143 cm × l. 40 cm × depth 92 cm – weight: 8 kg. This piece has an attribution mark,
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