Hello! I purchased this table recently ($300cad) and love it but would like to know more about it. I have tried to do some research on my own but can't seem to find much. Does anyone have info to share? What would true value be? Is this an old table?
I was told it was used in our local Eatons department store (Winnipeg MB) as a display table for men's ties. When the store closed in 1999, the woman I bought it from purchased it and has had it until now. But would it date back to early 1900s possibly? Is it worth having it fixed? The bottom shelf is not fitting well therefore doesn't sit well. I am new to collecting. But was taken by this table and excited to have it in my home. Any info would be much appreciated. Thank you!
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Beautiful table. Some history behind the glass ball/claw legs. The ball and claw foot was introduced in the 1700s. The design of the ball and claw originated in the Orient and later circulated throughout Europe. Claws holding a stone is a symbol taken from Chinese myths. The ball and claw was popular in England from 1710 until 1750.
This is very helpful. Thank you so much. The history is very interesting.
Beautiful table and it appears that you probably got it for a good price.
However, the bottom line is that your purchase price has now set the appraisal value at $300cad ($232 US dollars).
Any furniture such as this is usually sold as 'local pick up only' as shipping costs would be very high. This means your area will set the value, as your area may be good or bad for this type of furniture.
Although this style of furniture was popular in the 1800s, it was also popular in the 1950s, so this means it would take an appraiser to determine when your table was made and also the true value.
You cannot look at similar tables to determine the value of your table, as there are too many variables.
I believe this is a very good example of this style table and may be set at a good price in the US. Since we do not know what country you live in, this may not be a good example for you.
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This history of how the ball and claw feet came about is very interesting.
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Thank you very much for taking the time to respond. The info you have provided is very helpful. I reside in Canada. As I am so new to collecting I am very grateful for this information.
I would look for a manufacturer mark on it. That will help you determine age and value.
Similar Antique Oak Glass Ball In Claw Feet Parlor Table sold at 2016 Jun 18 for $225
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This one similar was listed at $300
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I think your parlor table is from the period 1900-1930.
This similar parlor table from 1900-1930, but round is at $825
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I think this American quarter sawn oak parlor table, c. 1890 is very similar:
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Estimate $200-400.
I absolutely love your table. It's from the Victorian period--later reproductions typically didn't have the glass ball nor were made from quarter-sawn oak. Some glass balls were bigger than others. Find a reputable cabinetmaker to fix the bottom shelf. A bad repair could affect resale value and be an eyesore.
This is a Victorian style lamp table.
These tables were made in many woods with many different legs and shape table tops
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Your table has four spiral-turned splay legs each terminating with a cast claw and glass ball foot. Your table would date to the late 1900s.
The value of your table would be in the range of $250-300, but sometimes these tables are sold for much less, for example, American Late Victorian glass-top oak parlor table, c.1900 sold for $80
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I have the exact same table and I've had it for around 20 years. I just started stripping the old varnish off and found that it is Ade of solid mahogany. It is way worth more than you paid for it. And yes, the legs are kind of loose and wonky but I'm going to use Elmers glue (best for wood) and tighten the screws at the bottom shelf. Apparently this table is early 1900's.
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