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Can anyone tell me anything about these two tables? I have tried to Google search them I can't find nothing on them.
Interesting! It looks hand made. There is an artist, who I believe is still alive and this looks a lot like his work:
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Maybe he can help you, if it is not or if it is!!
Post back what you learn!
I found these marks on the underside of the tables I'm going to post pictures to see if anyone can tell me something about them.
I recently purchased this vintage drop leaf convertible coffee/dining table. There are patent numbers and 2 identifying numbers.
The mechanics are in excellent condition. The only part that needs "work" is refinishing the top, as the finish has completely crackled (and chipped in a couple spots).
Brass knobs on both sides offer one handed conversion. Brass casters.
Hardware is Stanley brand.
I only paid $28 for it at a thrift store. The workers there had no clue it converted into a dining table.
I would love to know more about it, including value and maker. I have searched for hours and hours looking for anything similar, which I did find one (again with no information).
Searching for patent numbers alone are so hard to find out any information on who actually made the table. If you found these numbers have you found a name of a company?
This is a lovely piece, that was a steal purchase! because there isn't a lot of info, I suggest you take more pictures and take to a antique furniture dealer. Often they can understand and tell you from what info you have. It just needs a little love to make this Gem show worthy!
I have seen numbers like this on furniture that is from the early half of the 20th century in the US. More than that is hard to say because of the generic nature of it.
This has a 1970s vibe to it. If you have a vintage furniture store you can get them to look at it and confirm. Probably a store brand piece. Where I am they are selling for under $50, usually as lie as $25.
Furniture is very regional in price. Sounds like you got a fair price.
Post back if you are able to hear more from a dealer!
I found this coffee table at a yard sale. There are no markings or stamps as to where it came from or who made it. Is this a Mersman table?
Mersman tables are clearly marked, so this table has been manufactured by someone else.
It has really nice mid century modern lines....my personal fav!! There is one very similar on an auction website, but it doesn't have the maker. I will paste the link at the end. If you think yours matches (they give measurements), maybe if you contact them they will give you more info on theirs to help you figure out if you have a match!
Mersman furniture is usually always marked very clearly so I would say it is not a Mersman.
Your table may not be very old as it has metal glides/taps on the leg ends and these usually indicate a newer model as well as a maybe less expensive piece.
I believe the metal glides may have started in the 1960's which could be determined as "mid-century".
I hope it is something you will enjoy refinishing and using in your home as it is a nice design.
This furniture does not have any markings. Can anyone identify the manufacturer of this coffee table?
This is quite unique looking! Identifying it may be a challenge because these pieces were sometimes hand crafted and if it is old enough it could be a one of a kind vs. manufactured. Do you have any idea on the age? What I find unique is the metal chain. I am curious if that is original to the piece or someone customized it later.
What is the white...fabric? That looks much too new to be original. Is there a second glass piece under the fabric?
In some circles wrought iron can be quite valuable. If you are asking to ID it to sell it, you would be best served by finding a reputable antique/vintage furniture dealer and having him//her value it for your area.
With this method is you will get the most for it and will not have to deal with the muss and fuss of people traipsing in and out of your house to look at it.
It is very unique!! Please post back what you learn!! Thanks for sharing!