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How Old Is This Bookcase?


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A wooden bookshelf.We purchased this bookcase that was owned by a 90 year old man. The person who sold it to us thought it was an antique. He said it was probably 50 or 60 years old. It is solid wood. Anyone have any ideas how old this might be? An interior designer thought late '60s or early '70s and didn't think it fit in with the 50s era decor at all. I'm thinking maybe possibly from the '40s.

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September 7, 20210 found this helpful
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The three clues I see (for the U.S.) are:
-- Dark lacquer, popular in the 1940s
-- Scalloped framing, popular in the 1940s and 10950s (think valances in kitchens)
-- Decorative wood rosettes, which are still popular to this day (usually for country decor).

 

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September 7, 20210 found this helpful

I would look for a manufacturer mark under or behind it. If it is not there, the next step is to go to a dealer.

 

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September 8, 20210 found this helpful

I looked and there is nothing showing a number or manufacturer.

 

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September 8, 20210 found this helpful

I was thinking maybe 1940's also.

 
September 9, 20210 found this helpful

I believe the 60's is accurate. Hard to tell without looking at sides.

 

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September 9, 20210 found this helpful

The sides are just flat with no ornamentation. Goes flush to the ground, no legs.

 
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