Pghgirl40
Bronze Feedback Medal for All Time! 196 Feedbacks July 28, 20180 found this helpful
Very pretty set!! WOW!!
It might actually be as old as 1906 under that name....per the Mersman history they used the Brandts name from then until 1927:
www.antiquetrader.com/.../I am more familiar with the smaller pieces made by this company, but I do know that in many places the dining sets have held their value and if your set is in as good as shape as they appear in the photo, the set may be worth up to $4,000 in a retail setting.
I say may be with the caveat that this is my opinion and is based on where I live (PA) so if you live in an area where this style if of high demand (like a PA, Ohio, mid west, NY--places that tend to have larger, older homes where the owners want to furnish in period appropriate pieces) and you are trying to sell it when there are few out there, the value may be more than if you are in a place where lighter color/style furniture is the want...like FLA, NC, SC, southern California)--which would render this set at a much lower market value.
If it were mine, I would talk to a couple of reputable antique dealers and have them give you bids for it, knowing they will bid 1/4 or less of retail (typically). They will have a feel for the value in YOUR town...which may be much less than mine.
If you can find an antique store that will take it on consignment, that might be your best bet if you are trying to sell, than just trying to sell it on Craig's List or a newspaper classified.
Let us know what you find out!! I am curious how these value in other locations! Thanks for sharing!!!
July 29, 20180 found this helpful
I believe your pictures are showing up as very dark wood but in reality, this oak is a medium light/dark wood unless it has been stained a darker color.
- It is difficult to place any type of value on something like this as one of the biggest items that make up value is where (area of US or country) the set is presently located.
- Dining room sets are not very popular as most homes no longer have a "formal" dining room and the most popular "sets" are contemporary styles that fit in an open area/setting in the big open room style homes. Even wood is generally not the first choice in this present age.
- If you live in a big metropolis you may have a section of homes/families that still go for this type set. I mention area as it is very expensive and a real hassle to ship large pieces of furniture (for individual sellers) so auctions or sales are usually limited to the immediate area.
- If it is a really rare or sought after piece, then collectors are willing to pay that shipping cost but not usually true for the average sale.
- If you have an auction house within your area then you should pay them a visit and show them photos to see if they think there might be a market for your set. Auctions are not free - they charge a percentage of sale to the seller and the buyer and the "seller" usually pays a fee even if the item is not sold (not always but usually) so be sure you check this out before committing to auction your set. The auction manager will probably be able to tell you what would be a good starting price but you can set your price if you do not agree with them. Also, if there is only one bid (at the starting price) you are obligated to sell (no choice there).
- Here is an example of an "appraisal" (2014 but prices have actually fallen for most vintage furniture - according to Antiques Roadshow).
- www.justanswer.com/.../5r8f0-antique-dining-room-set-circa...
- This set was valued (insurance replacement purposes) at $4500-$7500. This price is usually reduced by 40% to reach a resale value so that would amount to about $4000 (middle of figures) but this set also has a china cabinet, server and a buffet besides the table and chairs.
- This was the only even similar set that I could find that is listed or that has sold in the past year so even similar sets are difficult to find. I believe that you will usually find a set like this at an antique shop or being sold in an auction house.
- If you are located near any antique shops you might want to visit some and see what they have. If anyone offers to buy your set you can figure approximately 40% more for your value (they have to sell and make a profit).
- You may want to get an appraisal before going any further so you might have some idea as to where you stand on value.
- Remember - appraisals are usually for insurance purposes is not for a "resale" value and it is usual for the resale value to be about 50-60% of the appraisal value. Also, appraisals do not take into account where the set is located so that value figure could be too high or too low. But, an appraisal still gives you something to work with.
- Here is a link to some free appraisal sites (send info to more than one):
- antiques.lovetoknow.com/Free_Antique_Appraisals_Online
- Also, Barneby's has a site but they charge $17:
- www.barnebys.com/.../
Information on Mersman furniture:
www.antiquetrader.com/.../
www.justanswer.com/.../5r8f0-antique-dining-room-set-circa...
I have a quarter sawn oak dining table. What would the value of this table be? It is in pretty good condition for the age. There are also 6 chairs and 4 leaves. I believe it was made between 1918-1927. It was made by Mersman Bros. Bandts Co.
