The throne had six steps, and the top of the throne was round behind: and there were stays on either side on the place of the seat, and two lions stood beside the stays. (1 Kings 10:19)
Heb. ‘agol, which could be spelled ‘egel, making the phrase read “a calf’s head at the back.” That the translators of the LXX read ‘egel for ‘agol is seen from their translation, “and calves in bold relief to the throne behind it.”
Six steps.
The throne itself was no doubt on a raised platform approached by six steps, evidently to set it apart in a commanding position.