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Light wood finish set, perhaps maple.

Value of a Vintage Conant Ball Dining Room Set?Do you know how much my dining room set is worth? It has two leafs with padded protective cover, a glass top, and 4 chairs. It was manufactured in 1948 or earlier.

 

Value of Antique Bed  - ornate headboard

Value of an Antique Bed?Trying to determine the value of antique beds can be difficult, especially if there are no identifying marks, as is often the case with older pieces. There are several helpful suggestions found below that can get you started on your quest.

 

Value of an Vintage Sideboard

Value of a Vintage Sideboard?Sideboards, also known as buffets, are pieces of furniture designed to be used in a dining room to store, linens and flatware. Trying to determine the value of a piece that you either inherited or purchased will require some research. Markings on the back of the piece or knowing the history will help. It may require a professional for a valid appraisal.

 

A cedar hope chest.

Value of a Cedar Hope ChestThe popularity of cedar chests comes and goes. As a result they are often passed down to younger family members or offered for sale. Determining their value can help you decide whether to sell, refinish, or cherish.

 

A vintage dining table and chairs.

Identifying a Vintage Table?Identifying vintage tables is aided if your table has a maker's mark or label on the underside. That will help you begin. Otherwise internet research or the advice of a vintage furniture appraiser may be required.

 

Identifying a Corner Chair?I am trying to find information about this chair. I know a little about furniture and how it's made because I work in office furniture. The craftmanship appears to be rather old, but I can't find any kind of marks or names on it. I was thinking about refinishing it, but I've heard you don't want to do that if it's antique.

 

Value of a Vintage Kling Table - rectangular table with pedestal and base with four squashed ball legs

Value of a Vintage Kling Table?I bought this table at an estate sale. It measures 20'x20'x16'tall.

 

Determining the Age of a Wooden Cobbler's Bench - old wooden bench

Determining the Age of a Wooden Cobbler's Bench?Please let me know if this is an old or "antique" bench. There appears to be no markings or labels. It has been around over 40 years that I am aware of, but I don't know if it was new or old 40 years ago.

 

A vintage chair in a plain setting.

Determining the Age of Vintage Furniture?Determining the age of vintage furniture will either require getting a formal appraisal or investing time into researching the piece yourself. Working on-line is a good choice. Identifying the maker, place of manufacture, etc. will also help. Read on for some helpful tips for determining the age of your vintage furniture.

 

Value of a Jack Brandt Chair - wooden cane back chair with upholstered headrest, part of the arms, and a cushion

Value of a Vintage Brandt Chair?Determining the manufacturer can help you determine an approximate value of a vintage furniture piece. There are a number of furniture makers with the name Brandt.

 

Identifying a Vintage Cane Back Chair - chair with tall cane back

Identifying a Vintage Cane Back Chair?I have this chair. It is possibly vintage. I'm having trouble identifying this chair and it has no serial numbers or company names or who is it made by.

 

A midcentury modern wooden coffee table.

Value of a Coffee TableHere is some helpful information if you are looking to find the value of a coffee table. The more information you can gather such as manufacturer and style will be useful in your search.

 

Identifying an Old Oak Trestle Table - view showing the legs

Identifying an Old Oak Trestle Table?When trying to identify old furniture there are some initial steps you can take. First check for markings on the underside of the piece. Follow that path if there are any, otherwise more time will be needed to establish age, etc. This page offers some insights into identifying an old oak trestle table.

 

A woman repairing a vintage dining chair.

Identifying a Vintage Chair?The best way to identify a chair is to find the manufacturer's markings on the bottom or legs. Short of that you can research on-line or contact a vintage furniture specialist for an appraisal.

 

A room filled with midcentury modern furniture.

Identifying Vintage FurnitureVintage furniture is technically furniture that is less than 100 years old. Determining the age of the piece if possible is a good first step. Check the underside for markings identifying a manufacturer, if none are found, more research on-line or via a vintage and antique dealer might be next. This page contains tips for identifying vintage furniture.

 

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Information on a Vintage Vinyl Covered Cedar Chest

Information on a Vintage Vinyl Covered Cedar Chest?Gathering information on vintage furniture, such as this vinyl covered cedar chest can be fun. It also requires careful examination of the piece and sometimes time consuming research. If you can identify the manufacturer that helps to move your task along.

 

Value of a Story and Clark Upright Piano - light wood piano

Value of a Vintage Story and Clark Upright Piano?I am settling the estate for an elderly couple. This piano was rarely played. It is in mint or better condition. It was purchased sometime between 1969 and 1974. What is it worth?

 

Value of a Henredon End Table

Value of Vintage Henredon Furniture?Determining the value of Henredon furniture may require an appraisal. It is know to be fine vintage furniture and valued by many.

 

Dating Ethan Allen Furniture - white shelf unit with drawers and door at the bottom

Dating Ethan Allen Furniture?The Ethan Allen furniture company has been designing and making quality furniture since it was founded in 1932. Determining the date of manufacture for your furniture can be a multi part process. You can browse the internet for photos and books showing various designs and information on pieces like yours. You might also visit an Ethan Allen store and speak to an employee.

 

Value of a Brandt Cabinet - dark wood two door cabinet with a bottom shallow drawer

Value of a Brandt Cabinet?I am trying to get a value for this beautiful cabinet. Much like everyone else I have looked up Brandt stuff and came up with very little. I did call the current company and they asked me for a four digit model number, but the bottom of the cabinet does not have a four digit one (see pic).

 

Identifying a Vintage Curio Cabinet

Identifying a Vintage Curio Cabinet?I am looking for any and all info on my vintage curio cabinet. I have found one almost just like it, but mine has another piece on the top. It's Victorian, early 1900s lions head and claw feet.

 

Value of an Old Desk from the Derby Desk Company - drop down writing and work surface plus 4 drawers

Value of an Old Desk from the Derby Desk Company?I've got this old desk in my garage from the Derby Desk company, but can't find any info on it.

 

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Ideas for Selling Bodart Furniture?I have a 3 piece Bodart furniture set. A dining room table, 6ft long buffet, and a shorter buffet style cabinet. I would like to sell it all, but I have know idea where post it or how much to ask for it. I have not been able to find anything on line similar to try and gauge a price for each piece. Any thoughts or ideas would be appreciated.

 

Identifying an Old Sewing Cabinet - dark finish sewing cabinet with fold top opening on each side of the top and two drawers

Identifying an Old Sewing Cabinet?I have seen the more common styles of Martha Washington sewing tables, but can'not really identify this particular table. Can anyone help?

 

A vintage wooden dresser on display in a store.

Finding the Value of a Vintage Dresser?Finding the value of a a vintage dresser can depend on several things. Knowing the era and manufacturer definitely can help. Then the condition of the piece and its appeal will also play a part.

 

Value of a Drexel Bedroom Set - jewelry armoire

Value of a Drexel Bedroom Set?I'm trying to find a value for my used 5pc Drexel bedroom set. There is a dresser with mirror, 2 nightstands, and a jewelry armoire.

 

Value of Antique Tilt Top Table - round tilt top table

Value of an Antique Tilt Top Table?The tilt top on antique and newer tables allows you to fold the top down when the table is not in use. There are many of these pedestal tables out there with varying values based on condition, manufacturer, style, etc. Determining the value can be a bit of a task.

 

Selling a Michelangelo Brass Bed - photo of the bed

Selling a Michelangelo Brass Bed?I live in AZ and I have a queen size Michelangelo brass bed. It is 30 years old; the headboard and tops and feet of the legs are solid brass I believe. It is super heavy and very ornate and beautiful. I would like to sell it, any idea how or where?

 

Value of an Antique Oak Table - solid oak table top

Value of an Antique Oak Table?The table was found in a basement by my deceased husband. I do not know where it came from. I can only remember he said it was over 200 years old. It is very heavy and solid oak. I have included photos of the legs to hopefully help in identification.

 

Value of a Brandt Desk

Value of a Brandt Desk?I have an old desk that came with my home when I purchased it. It has a Brandt label and numbers stamped on the underside. It looks as though it may have had glass or wood panels on the top sides that are no longer there. Otherwise it's in great shape. I would like to sell it because I have no real use for it, but have no clue on what it may be worth.

 

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Value of a Vintage Ethan Allen Hutch/Buffet Cabinet - glass fronted buffet with hutch

Value of a Vintage Ethan Allen Hutch/Buffet Cabinet?My mother has asked for my help in getting rid of this piece. It's been around awhile. She's ready to roll it out to the curb, but it is beautiful! I'm sure it must have some value. Any ideas what it may be worth and the best way to post it for sale? It's pre 70s and it's Ethan Allen.

 

Value of a Vintage Record Player Stand

Value of a Vintage Record Player Stand?Is this mid-century record player worth anything? I've been looking around and can't seem to find anything similar for sale online. I am looking to sell my grandma's record player cabinet. I am just wondering what you think I should list it for? Is it a sought after piece?

 

Identifying a Desk or Sewing Caddy - antique finished roll top small caddy with storage and 8 holes on the bottom front

Identifying a Desk or Sewing Caddy?I have a portable desk or sewing caddy with handles. It looks vintage. It has small 1" holes (about 10) across the bottom above the two small drawers. The holes are about 1" in depth. What are these used for?

 

Value of a Rattan Shelf - 4 shelf unit

Value of a Rattan Shelf?How do i know if this is vintage or not? Is it worth anything?

 

Identifying a Flexible Leg Rocking Chair - side view of the chair

Identifying a Flexible Leg Rocking Chair?The curved steel legs allow it to "bounce". The upholstery seems to be vinyl. There are no markings at all! I honestly can't find another chair on line with image search.

 

Identifying a Brunswick Drum Table Radio - drum style table with built in radio

Identifying a Brunswick Drum Table Radio?Can anyone identify this table radio, or have any info about it at all? Is it a Mersman or Duncan Phyfe Brunswick drum table radio.

 

Value of a Brandt Furniture Drop Leaf Table - brass footed drop leaf table

Value of a Brandt Furniture Drop Leaf Table?How old and what is the value of this drop leaf Brandt Furniture table?

 

Identifying a Night Stand - possible vintage nightstand

Identifying a Night Stand?What does the number 1827 14 877 stand for on the back of a piece of wood furniture that I believe to be a night stand? I bought this item at a thrift store 10 years ago.

 

Identifying a Napoleon Imperial Style Desk - front view of desk with partial view of chair in foreground

Identifying a Napoleon Imperial Style Desk?There will be 2 types of pictures. One is the only thing I can find online about this antique desk, the rest are of the actual desk. I have received some input, but am hoping for more information.

 

Value of a Napoleon Imperial Desk

Value of a Napoleon Imperial Desk?Is this worth refurbishing and selling? It is extremely heavy. The only emblem or label is an N with a wreath around it. I have provided several images

 

Identifying a Drop Leaf Table

Identifying a Drop Leaf Table?Can anyone tell me anything about this table and if it is an antique?

 

Identifying Vintage Dining Chairs - orange upholstered chair

Identifying Vintage Dining Chairs?Can anyone tell me anything about, what I presume is, a mid-century dining chair? There is no separation from seat to back. What year are these dining chairs from?

 

Age and Value of a Mersman Surfboard Coffee Table - table on blue rug in front of couch

Age and Value of a Mersman Surfboard Coffee Table?I have had this coffee table a few years, it is labeled Mersman 8179 on the bottom. It's not in great condition. When was it made and about how much would it be worth? It is a surfboard coffee table.

 

Background Information on an Antique Table Set - two leather topped tables, one round one half round

Background Information on an Antique Table Set?This table belonged to my husband's grandmother. There is the round pedestal table and this other half round piece that goes in front. I have not been able to find anything about it or the company that made it, Ashley- Rhodes out of Louisville, KY (is this the same as Ashley furniture).

 

Value of a Lane Legacy Love Cedar Chest

Value of a Lane Legacy Love Cedar Chest?I have a Lane Legacy Love cedar chest, serial number 2385111 model# 4786 44. Could you help me determine its value?

 

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Value of a Vintage Rattan Backed Couch - vintage couch with peach colored cushions

Value of a Vintage Rattan Backed Couch?I was wondering about the value of this rattan backed couch. I believe it is from the early 1960s. I'm not sure, but would love to find out the history and value.

 

Value of an Aseptible Furniture Company Vintage Medical Cabinet - white metal cabinet with glass door and pull out bin

Value of an Aseptible Furniture Company Vintage Medical Cabinet?I have a beautiful Aseptible Furniture Company metal medical cabinet. It is in very good condition for its age. It has one cabinet door with beveled glass door and then a hamper type pull out drawer. I am thinking about selling it. Can you tell me its value?

 

Identifying Upholstered Chairs - upholstered chairs with wood trim

Identifying Upholstered Chairs?Can anyone help identify these chairs? I bought them at a garage sale and always get tons of compliments on them, but I know nothing about them. If there is a maker's mark, it has been covered by upholstery.

 

Identifying a Table - what appears to be a homemade workbench

Identifying a Table?Anyone have an idea of what this table is, or its value? Someone mentioned a butcher's block table. It is very solid and very heavy.

 

Value of Milling Road Baker Furniture Dresser - vintage 7 drawer dresser

Value of Milling Road Baker Furniture Dresser?I have a Milling Road Baker Furniture dresser/credenza/server and I'm not sure of it's worth. Is has some superficial scratches, but no major structural damage. All of the drawers and pulls are in great condition. I'd like to sell it. Does anyone have some advice on where and how much?

 

Value of a Mersman 89-62 Endtable - table with a woodtone top and cream base with door and storage

Value of a Mersman 89-62 Endtable?I recently got this end table and it's really cute. I found a name under it, but I can't find anything online about it. Does anyone one know how much it is worth or what year is was made?

 

Value of a Danish Style Mid-Mod Rocking Chair - wood rocker with cushions

Value of a Danish Style Mid-Mod Rocking Chair?Ran across a fun Danish style mid-mod rocker in a friend's garage and we're now ISO an approximate value or a path to start finding one.

 

Value of an Antique Acorn Bed - single bed frame with head and foot boards and acorn finials

Value of an Antique Acorn Bed?The bed's inside dimensions are 39"x74". The headboard is 48" high and footboard is 45 1/2" high. It's solid wood, but I'm no sure what it is, possibly mahogany or pine. Could you clarify for me and advise what it is worth.

 

Determining the Age of This Curio Cabinet - curio cabinet with glass front and sides

Determining the Age of This Curio Cabinet?I purchased this curio cabinet and have never seen one with the material going down the center back on an arch. It has a mirror on either side of it and 2 glass shelves that arch to fit around the backing. Anybody know what period this could be from?

 

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Value of an Andrew Brothers Cedar Chest?I have a cedar chest with "Andrew Brothers, Mattoon, Illinois" on the inside.

 

Value of a Mersman 7336 Side Table

Value of a Mersman 7336 Side Table?I would like to know the date made and what it would sell for?

 

Value of Antique Table and Chairs - dining table with ornate cross bracing

Value of Antique Table and Chairs?I have an antique table and 3 chairs that I have stored for years and am looking to sell them. I do not know how old they are. Part of the base of the table is cracked, but could be repaired. Overall they are in very good condition. I don't want to undersell!

 

Identifying an Old Oak Table

Identifying an Old Oak Table?We have this old 48" round oak dining table that someone painted white. We started refinishing it and found scroll work on the sides under the top, where the leafs go in. It is gear driven. The feet are very detailed and look like a lion or tiger head. I am just wondering if anyone could give us information about this table - it's heritage, brand, value, etc.

 

Identifying and Finding the Value of a Cedar Chest - serial number

Identifying and Finding the Value of a Cedar Chest?What kind of cedar chests have the serial number on the lid?

 

Value of Dining Room Table and Chairs

Value of Dining Room Table and Chairs?We are trying to determine the value of our dining room table and 6 chairs which have been in the family for four generations. We have searched the entire piece and are not finding any markings. There are 2 leaves and padding for the table.

 

Identifying White Dining Table Chairs - white dining chair with arms and sort of a lattice back

Identifying White Dining Table Chairs?I have a dining table with these chairs and would love to find two more, but I don't have any idea what style it is.

 

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Type of Wood Used to Make a Mersman Table?I bought a Merman end table today from a thrift store and I want to know what type of wood it is. How can I find out?

 

Value of Oak Coffee Table and Matching End Tables

Value of Oak Coffee Table and Matching End Tables?I got this coffee and end tables set. The drawers seem to be carved and can go in and out on both sides. They're solid oak and I need help finding out how much it's worth.

 

Identifying Homemade Furniture

Identifying Homemade Furniture?I am trying to find out what this is. I am not sure what it's for. It was found in a house. Any ideas are much appreciated.

 

Identifying Dining Table Style - decorative metal table base

Identifying Dining Table Base Style?I have a dining table and chairs that I need out of storage. I don't know what style the table base is. Can anyone help me? I just need to know what to call it. The base is metal. (Sorry the picture isn't the greatest.)

 

Value of a Tea and Pie Brandt Table

Value of a Tea and Pie Brandt Table?This dessert tea pie table has a leather top, but does not have the usual pie crust edges. It has a Brandt sticker and Mahogany Association Inc. 156 label on it. It was left to me by my aunt.

 

Value of Mersman Tables - end and coffee tables

Value of Mersman Tables?I am looking to sell these tables, but I have no idea what I should ask for them.

 

Value of a Folding Rocking Chair

Value of a Folding Rocking Chair?I have a folding rocking chair. It is leather. I've never seen anything like it. Can anyone tell me its value?

 

Value of an Antique Buffet - ornate buffet

Value of an Antique Buffet?I wanted to get this buffet appraised. Does anyone have an idea?

 

Value of an Antique Theater Seat - folding wooden chair

Value of an Antique Theater Seat?I was told in the early 80's this 'theater chair 'was very old and valuable. I can't find anything remotely similar. This is doweled together. Upholstery is original with brass tacks. The seat flips up. Hinges still working. Help?

 

An antique wooden mantlepiece.

Value of a Wooden Mantle Piece?This is a page about value of a wooden mantle piece. Do you have a mantle piece you are trying to find the value of? Or maybe you have some input for the mantles featured in this page. We would love to have your contributions to this page about determining the value of a wooden mantle piece.

 

Value of Mersman Nesting Tables - nesting tables with damaged finish

Value of Mersman Nesting Tables?I have a pair of wood Mersman nesting tables. I'm considering selling them, but am unsure of a price to ask.

 

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Value of a Mersman End Table?We have a Mersman end table, number 7461 and would like to know what it is worth. It is in very good condition.

 

Value of a Stainless Steel Top Wooden Table

Value of a Stainless Steel Top Wooden Table?Got this and was planning on painting and flipping, but I've never seen anything like it and can't find it on internet. It has leaf that pops up on it's own, the leaf is wood, but the rest of the top is stainless steel. Anyone know what something like this is worth?

 

Value of Antique Parlor Table  - ornately carved small table

Value of Antique Parlor Table?My grandparents are trying to sell this table, but are not sure how much it's worth. They don't know much about it other than it's really old.

 

Value of Tiered Mersman Tables - tables with drawers open

Value of Tiered Mersman Tables?I have this two tables labeled Mersman 8604. I would like to know the value please.

 

Identifying a Piece of Furniture with Rotating Top

Identifying a Piece of Furniture with Rotating Top?What is this piece of furniture? The top rotates and has two hooks on the side, maybe for a potter's wheel.

 

Value of a Mersman Table - ornate small wall table

Value of a Mersman Table?What do you think the value of this Mersman table would be?

 

Information on a Pair of Tilt Top Tables  - three legged mahogany finish somewhat oval table with rail edging

Information on a Pair of Tilt Top Tables?I recently purchased a pair of tilt top tables at auction, however the auctioneer did not have any information on them. I am interested in learning their approximate age and value.

 

Identifying the Style and Age of a Table - rectangle table with pie crust edge and two drawers

Identifying the Style and Age of a Table?Any information would be appreciated. I know it has pie crust edging, but I'm not finding much more.

 

Value of an Antique China Cabinet - dark wood, glass fronted cabinet

Value of an Antique China Cabinet?Can anyone help to appraise this antique china cabinet or at least tell me what the symbol is on the cabinet?

 

Information on Heywood-Wakefield Chair - blue upholstered armchair

Information on Heywood-Wakefield Chair?I purchased this piece from the Salvation Army a few days ago to be placed either in my craft room or in my basement. When loading it into my vehicle I noticed the mark on the bottom. I tried their website and they no longer identify older pieces of their furniture.

 

Information on Drexel Cabinet - small doored cabinet with pull out shelf

Information on Drexel Cabinet?I have purchased this piece of furniture and I would like to know if anyone knows anything about it. About the company, what this piece might be called, anything in general. I'm thinking of redoing for my home, but want info about it first because its gorgeous as is and I do not want to do an injustice.

 

Determining the Value of a Mahogany Bedroom Set

Determining the Value of a Mahogany Bedroom Set?Would like to sell a mahogany bedroom set of a dresser, ornate mirror, chest, and 2 night stands. The only markings I can find are 897 MHG 93. How do I determine a selling price?

 

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