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Originally used in an artist's studio, this wooden step ladder showcases its original painted finish with traces of old paints dripped over time — distinctive marks that add to its desirability, infusing it with character and charm.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy This Ladder Is Exceptional\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eArtist Studio Provenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Originally used in a working artist's studio in Paris — genuine creative heritage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOriginal Paint-Splattered Finish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Traces of old paints dripped over time create unique artistic character\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRare Original Condition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Finding such a piece in this lovely original condition is exceptionally challenging\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVersatile Shelving:\u003c\/strong\u003e Each 12cm tread creates useful shelf space for bathroom products or display\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStrong \u0026amp; Sturdy:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not only visually appealing but incredibly robust and functional\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eParis Provenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Personally sourced on the outskirts of Paris during French buying trip\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompact Dimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 84cm tall x 39cm wide x 67cm deep — perfect for small spaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInvestment Piece:\u003c\/strong\u003e Original artist studio furniture appreciates significantly in value\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFREE UK Delivery Included:\u003c\/strong\u003e Complimentary mainland UK delivery on all orders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 84cm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWidth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 39cm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTotal Depth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 67cm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTread Depth:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 12cm per step\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Antique wood\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Original painted finish with paint splatters\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Paris, France\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lovely original condition — strong and sturdy\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10kg\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrice:\u003c\/strong\u003e £595\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eArt studios, bathrooms (for product display), bedrooms, living rooms, plant displays, book shelving, collectors of artist studio furniture, bohemian interiors, or anyone seeking authentic French antique furniture with genuine creative provenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eThe Artist Studio Tradition\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFrench artist studios have long been sources of unique furniture pieces bearing the marks of creative work. 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