I have a brass bed that I bought from an antique dealer about 45 years ago. I found the name on the frame which is Jose Cobian Fabricante Sevilla R315. Can you tell me about how old the bed is and maybe value. (Excuse the fact that the bed has been in storage and is in need of a cleaning).
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What a beautiful bed!!
I feel sure it is a true antique and will be worth several hundred dollars.
You do not say what size and that answer will have some effect on the value. Also it would be difficult to ship so if you sell it in your area that will be a factor also as some areas may be keen on this type of furniture while others not so much. But - if someone wants it bad enough they will arrange - and pay - for shipping.
I did find a couple of beds listed for sale that were made by this same company so you might want to take a look just to see what they are saying about their beds. These seem to be plain in comparison to yours.
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You can always have it appraised but a physical appraisal can be expensive.
I frequently use online appraisers and have always been satisfied. I usually use the free sites first as they will give good information (mostly only if the item is valued at over $500) so you might think about this if no one else offers good advice.
Here is a list of appraisers and also a link to Road Show appraisers.
you will need several good pictures and all information you have available.
Show pictures of all markings on the bed and close-ups of posts.
Be sure to give size and measurements and your location.
Ask for insurance and retail value and where best to sell.
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Another member, Pghgirl (who is very good with furniture) should answer soon and she may be able to tell much more about this bed frame.
Please post back with any information - thanks for sharing these pictures.
Thank you for your comment. I forgot to add that the bed size is a double.
I have seen beds like this for sale for $400 to $500. It always depends on the market price, though.
Hi, it is pghgirl. This is a really pretty piece! Are you in the US? This is a neat piece and not one I have ever seen in the US. Not that means they are not here, but I have never seen one.
cybergrannie gave you some info that was the same as I found, so I won't repeat her findings.
I did a little deeper digging and I see there are a number of people selling letters and bills of sale from this company that date from the late 1800s--like this one:
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I always find that interesting as when people collect the advertising materials from a company, the actual pieces are usually valuable, so that is a plus for you.
To validate what you have and get a value for where you are located, I would suggest talking to a couple of reputable resellers in your area and asking them for help.
With larger and potentially valuable pieces (if it is a piece that is validated as a Jose Cobian, they sell (from what I can see starting at 500 (pounds? euros--I am not sure how to read the currency term and up.)
Please post back what you learn. I am excited to hear more about this really pretty piece.
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