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Value of Antique Secretary Desk?Just wondering how old this might be and if it's worth anything worthy of an auction or just put it on Facebook marketplace. I can't find a maker mark anywhere but it's in pretty good shape. Looks to be made from different kinds of wood, has dove tails, and veneers.

 

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Information About Steamer Trunk?Hi from Romania. I have found and bought this steamer trunk recently. I have tried to find more about its age, manufacturer, and history, but I cant find by research the same model. The only distinctive sign is on the locks. After I have cleaned one of them, it seems the manufacturer is ATKINSON&LONG MFG CO / EVERLASTING LOCK / NEW YORK/ N.Y

 

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Value of Antique Chifforobe?Sadly, I need to sell these family antique items. From the 1920-1930s era. On the chifforobe, the front right leg needs re-enforced. It has the original key that works. Can anyone help me with what is their worth?

 

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Value of Dome Top Steamer Trunk?I restored this dome top steamer trunk and am curious if anyone knows any information on what year it might be from and its value? I removed the paper from the inside and restored the wood both inside and outside of the trunk. the rest of it is in its original condition.

 

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Information About Sofa?Can anyone give me an approximate date of this piece and its style? I fell in love with the lines and had to have it. I'm reupholstering this one, giving it a new life.

 

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Where To Get An Appraisal on Furniture?Hi, I am new to this and was curious to know where/who talk to I would talk to about getting an appraisal. It is mahagony and estimated to be early 1900's? Not sure. I also have two end tables to match. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks!

 

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Information About Antique Chair?Hi. I just wondered if any one can advise me if this is an antique or not? It is a sprung chair. There is no labels or signatures that I can see. The material is sage green. I wonder what the value would be.

 

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Value of Antique Trunk?I know this trunk has been in our family for years and I believe the material inside was added to update and not sure but outside may have been painted. Trying to price to sell for my mother and I have no idea what to price it. If anyone could help I would appreciate it. Thank you.

 

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Antique China Cabinet?You see above from the pictures, I have an antique china cabinet which is over 100 years old. The problem is I have no idea when it comes to the who, what, when, where and how. It's got brass screws and has been passed down from generation to generation. With no luck of Google lens or any reverse search image and even over 60 emails sent to antique dealers they can't tell me or show me an image that looks similar to mine. So I'm asking for your help.

 

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Value of Antique Trunk?I have this trunk and I would like to know how old it would be and how much it would be worth. I have been thinking about selling it. If you could, I would also like to know if at all possible who made the trunk.

 

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Value of 1800s Antique Bedroom Set?Empire style

 

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Age Of Steamer Trunk?I own an Excelsoir #5895 steamer trunk that was passed on to me when my Swedish relatives immigrated to the US sometime around the early 1900s. Can anyone please tell me the year of this trunk? Thanks a lot.

 

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Information About Mahogany Dresser?My mother and my grandmother have both passed. I inherited this mahogany bedroom set. I am 47 and remember it as a child but it was passed down to my mom from someone in the family that was older, never see furniture like it. It is rounded on all the edges and the drawers are deep in length, not depth. Has no name brand that I can find, just these stickers which are rubbed off.

 

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Value of Wooden Chair?Can somebody give me information on this chair and the value? It was left to me in a will. It was my grandfather's.

 

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Information On Trunk?Looking for any information on this big old wooden trunk with wooden wheels and handcrafted copper banding age/value etc.. Thanks .

 

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Information About Chairs?I just purchased these chairs and I am trying to find more information about them. Can anyone help me identify anything about them?

 

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Information on Steamer Trunk?Recently acquired this old steam trunk. Was trying to find any information on it. Although faint, I know the lock was made by "Liebrich, Hillebrand, & Wolf PHILA". It had the "PATD May 54 & Feb EXTD May 68" on the lock.

 

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Value of Double Sided Desk?I came across this double sided desk today, I don't know what style this is and if it is worth anything. They are asking '500 for it, it's a bit rough although it still looks impressive.

 

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Information About Antique Table?I got this table from my grandma and I am first wanting to know if anyone knows the name of this type of table and any history behind it. I am wanting to sell it as well and didn't know how much to ask for it.

 

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Value Of Old Wardrobe Travel Trunk?I would like to know the value of this wardrobe travel trunk? I don't have any other information on the trunk, just given to me from a dear friend.

 

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Information About Trunk?I recently aquired this trunk and would love to learn more about it. I believe it is from the 1800s. It has canvas on the exterior, and paper lined interior. It has a lithograph of a women on the inside of the top over a small drawer. The otherside has a broken piece of wood with a vibrant blue envelope type pocket with gold print on it. Also on wheels. The underside of the lock has a patent date of Oct 2 1883

 

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Value of Oval Table?Where can we get what this table is worth? Table has some marks on the top. It's 25 3/4 inches tall. Top is 22 X 16 3/4 inches. (Oblong shape).

 

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Information About Antique Chair?Hello everyone. I was hoping someone could tell me what kind and what year this chair would be from? My brother has a rocking chair one just like it but it needs to be fixed. I know my grandmother was born in 1917 and it was her dad's.

 

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Identifying Antique Furniture?I am selling this for a client and struggling to find any information using Google image search and looking up the markings on the back side. Curious if anyone recognizes the markings or could give me any insight.

 

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Information on Old Cupboard or Dresser?This was my grandfathers. He passed away in the 60's and my dad had it A couple of years ago I got it and found 6 holes inside on the top and the bottom of it. Does anyone know what it was, when it was made and value?

 

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Information About Ball and Claw Parlour Table?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?

 

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Antique Corner Chair?Hi, I have this beautiful corner chair that I purchased awhile ago but I am having a hard time trying to find any information on it. I would love to be able to have some history, information and value of this piece. I think it might have been a commode chair. I keep searching the internet for something similar but can't find anything. We would love to pass this down to one of our children and give them the information. If anyone can help with any information I would greatly appreciate it. I'm pretty sure this piece is from either NY or Boston area. Thank you so much.

 

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Information on Old Trunk?Who can help me with this old wardrobe trunk? I have multiple pictures and I did find a patent number and date but not very clear.

 

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Value of Murphy Chair Slipper Rocker?I'd love to know when my little rocker was made and what it is worth today! Thanks.

 

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Value of Old Style Wooden Commode Stool?Looking for information about an old style wooden commode stool. Needs some restoration work. What is it worth? The seller is asking $60.00.

 

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Value of Wardrobe?I inherited this years ago from my grandparents and now have to downsize my house. Have to sell it but have no idea what it is worth. Any help appreciated.

 

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Value of Old Trunk?I have a old trunk. I was wondering what time period you think it's from? And also the worth of it? Thanks for your help and time.

 

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Information About Wooden Dresser?Can anyone give me advice on this dresser, how old and make? Don't know anything about it. Thank you.

 

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Value of Antique Dome Chest?Good day, I would please like to know the value of our large antique dome chest. It has never been restored and still in its original form.

 

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Value and History of Trunk?I cannot find any history of the maker of this trunk. I'd like to get the value or near about. And to maybe know what it was used for. There are a couple Adams express stickers on it. (One included in photos)

 

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Value of Antique Oak Table?Going to sell this gorgeous table. Oak antique. No idea value of it. Open to suggestions

 

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Identifying a Desk?I need help identifying this desk. Age, manufacturer, type, and anything else. I cannot find any identifying marks on it. Any assistance would be appreciated.

 

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Is This Chair An Antique?Is this chair an antique? I have no info about it and there's nothing stamped on it.

 

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Is This Coffee Table An Antique?I bought this from a friend. It's been in her family for about 4 generations but she didn't know where it came from. I wanted to paint it but wanted to make sure it's not an antique or anything before I do. It's all wood (not heavy so I'm thinking pine) and no markings or signatures on it. The hinges are rusted but still works. It's in really good shape. Is it worth anything? Is it an antique? Thank you.

 

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Value of Domed Trunk?Hello, I'm currently considering whether to buy this domed trunk or not. No clue who the manufacturer is and neither is the seller. Any thoughts on what this thing is worth? They claim to have gotten it in 1970 from their grandparents-saying ''it was old even then.'

 

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Help Identifying Desk?I just purchased this desk for my teenage daughter, who fell in love with the look of the piece while looking for a writing desk. It looks rather old and has plenty of character. It seems to be handmade, at least when looking at the carving detail and irregular dovetailing on the drawers. I can't find any markings at all, nor can I find many similar photos online.

 

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What Sort of Trunk Is This?Hello, I picked up and old trunk today and I would love to find out more about its age and its history. It smells amazing and it's really cool to think of the adventures it's been on and the history its lived through.

 

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Information About Antique Chair?I am being inherited a very old victorian ish chair. I've been told the chair is over a hundred years old (way before the 1900s) But I would love to know where it was manufactured or if anyone has an idea of what type of chair its called.

 

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Information About Wooden Trunk?I got this trunk from my grandmother years ago and I absolutely love it! I'm interested to know what the value is and who and when it was made as some day I want my grand kids to have it and would love to give them the deets. Also if this is not a steamer trunk, what is it?

 

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Information About Antique BedI just bought this bed. Headboard and footboard only. Looking for information about this, what do the side rails look like and what is it worth. Thank you for your help. It looks like it's cherry wood but has some darker tones also. The headboard is 6 foot tall and the footboard is 4 foot tall. Let me know if I can help with any other questions. I don't see any stamp name or any other markings to help.

 

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Identifying Age of Chest?Can you tell me how old this black vinyl chest is, 36w 21L 23. It was my daddy's Daddy's.

 

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Value of Imperial End Table?I'm trying to get this antique table appraised and find out how much it is worth and how I can sell it. It's an 1900-1950 Imperial end table.

 

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Information About Wardrobe?Hello! I can't find a brand or year on the wardrobe but curious to know what it is, age and value? Thanks in advance.

 

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Value of Old Trunk?Any idea on the value of this old trunk?

 

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Value of 1800s Trunk?Just want to know what I have and what it's worth. Old 1800s trunk.

 

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Value of Antique Buffet?Looking to determine value on antique buffet. Possibly 1950s. By Union Furniture, Jamestown NY. Photos of hardware included. Two side cabinets, one with 2 top drawers. Has some scratches but is very solid piece. Cherry or mahogany? Thank you

 

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Family Desk History Mystery?Trying to get some information regarding this desk. It belongs to my 82 year old mother. It has been in her family as far back as she can remember. We are curious about age, where it was made, style, even the wood used, etc.

 

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Value of Domed Trunk?I have an American 1867 R2380 domed trunk. I was wanting to know what it's worth and where I could sell it.

 

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Identifying a Chair?I would like to refurbish this old chair and would like to know more about it. It is stamped on the inside with the word Italy and there is horse hair in the back and feathers in the seat. It has been reupholstered numerous times from what I can tell and I kind of think it may have be reconstructed from more than one chair, just a guess. I am leaning toward a highbred something like a French, Louis, Regency, Bergére, club something or other. What should I do and not do when refinishing it? Any type of fabric more suited for its kind and is it of any value once I am done? I thank anyone that can offer help on this. Kind wishes.

 

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Value of Antique Server?Antique server made of oak. It has three draws and lower cabinet. It is in great condition.

 

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Selling a 1920 Chifferobe?This is a 1920 chifferobe I am looking to sell. How much is it worth and where can I sell it?

 

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Stickley Display Cabinet Value?I have this beautiful display cabinet made by Stickley Furniture in 1998. The stock number is 91-2033.

 

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Need Help Identifying This Trunk?I have searched the internet but can't quite identify this trunk and what year it was made and value of it's worth? Appreciate any help!

 

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Information About Antique Trunk?I found this old trunk and was wondering if you could help me finding the maker, date, etc. Also, I'm planning on refreshing it a bit but I notice the textile in the trunk has mold. Do you think I can salvage it? Thank you!

 

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Steamer TrunkI found this trunk. Is it real? I know nothing about this. Thank you in advance.

 

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Information on Antique Desk Maker?Hi, I recently bought this walnut desk and plan on refinishing. I haven't been able to find any information about the desk's maker. There is a serial number but searches haven't resulted in much. I was wondering if anyone could help me identify the maker of the desk.

 

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Age and Value of Murphy Chair?Hoping to date these chairs, which are marked Murphy Chair Co Detroit MI, guessing pre 1919. I think they are caboose chairs.? Chairs are marked 269.

 

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Information on Chest of Drawers?I picked this up several years back and have only seen one identical and it was online. I believe that it said it was from the early 1900, somewhere between 1900 and 1920. Does anybody have any estimate on age and value or anything about this particular design?

 

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Value of Wooden Buffet Table?I would like to know how much this is worth, wood buffet table in a very good condition. I had have it for more than 25 years . Thanks for your help.

 

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Value of Buffet Table With Mirror?Hello, I would like to know how much this buffet table with mirror is worth it. Wood, over 100 years old, in a very good condition. It has been with me for over 30 years. Thanks for your help.

 

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Old Desk with Drawers and Removable Top?This desk was in my parents house for as long as I can remember. They lived there for over 60 years. I don't know the history. What is this type of desk called and is it worth anything? The left pedestal has one drawer with a "secret" space in the back. The lower part of that side is a cabinet. The right pedestal has 4 drawers and a pull out board. The top is removable and in 2 sections. Maybe 4 foot wide by 3 foot deep by 3 foot high.

 

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Identifying Furniture?Can anyone help me on the Make/Brand of this furniture piece?

 

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Information About Dixie Furniture?I would like to know estimated year this was made. I think I see a date but not sure if that's the date. Screws are flat so I know it's antique. What year did they stop doing that?

 

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Trunk History?Hello, I want to know more about this trunk and its possible value. I also would like to know what year was this trunk made since I can't find any numbers other then the print inside the trunk.

 

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Value of Old Steamer Trunks?Would anyone know the value of these old steamer trunks. My father worked for a moving company years ago. That is how we acquired them. They have been in family home garage for over 55 years.

 

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Identifying An Antique Desk?Can anyone tell me anything about this desk?

 

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Information About Antique Trunk?I found this trunk at a yard sale today and am trying to find more information on it such as manufacturer or date. It has alligator metal, the wooden insert still and the top dome has a compartment on the inside. There is also a decal with a bird, dog and woman on it. I checked all the locks and hinges and cannot find a patent date. It also has 2 wheels on one side of the bottom

 

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What Is This Desk?I bought this desk from someone who didn't know anything about it. It is in reasonably good shape with all drawers in good condition. Some areas of the veneer have bubbled up on the back, but none of it has peeled off. I am just trying to understand what it is (style) and how old it might be or where it might have been made. It is very heavy.

 

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How Old is This Desk?What style and age is this desk? I've found these numbers on it 39800 or 59900, I think it's a 3.

 

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Information About Wooden Desk?Hello I'm stumped, excited and intrigued about our newest edition to the family. I recently purchased this desk from a family member who just was ready to move on from her. Here is what I was told about what the knew about it. It was an antique desk from India (IDk)! I asked how they knew that, the mother replied with the previous owners had it for a very long time and had been passed down generations from one to the next (why that stopped not sure). The researching I've done takes me in circles most likely it's me not the information. Can anyone tell me anything about her and the value?

 

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Information on Antique Dresser?Hello! I am in love with this antique dresser that's for sale. Any ideas on what period it is from, approx age, and the approx value. Thanks!

 

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Wooden Bed Frame?Hey guys, my good friend just bought a two story home that was built in the early 1900s. A bunch of wood furniture was left behind, some kept but, most thrown away- due to cracks and, obvious aging. This bed frame, I took to keep. I was wondering if it may be worth more than I can imagine. Thank you in advance.

 

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Possibly 1920s Thomasville Dressers and Night Stand?I recently purchased 2 dressers and a night stand. The gentleman that I purchased them from stated that they were his wife's grandmother's furniture and she had received the bedroom set as a gift for her wedding. It has wooden wheels on the two dressers and very interesting interiors in the drawers.

 

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Information About Dresser?Wondering if this is an antique or not.

 

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Information About Steamer Trunk?Looking for any historical information about this trunk.

 

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Vintage Bassett Tall Dresser?Does anyone know how old this might be? Is it worth anything?

 

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Antique Desk?This desk is very unique. If you pull the writing tray out, all doors open at once. It also has an inkwell and there is an extension that can be lifted and used as an extended work area. The third and fourth pictures show the gear mechanisms that cause the doors to open. They all work. Does anyone know what type of desk this is and what it might be worth?

 

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Information About Wooden Desk?I bought this desk. I wanted to find a desk I could use. It looked rough and I wanted to restore it. The more I look at it, the more interesting the desk is. I would love to find out if anyone can determine who the maker is what time period is from.

 

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Does Anyone Know the Make of This Trunk?I have searched everywhere to find the maker, where this trunk came from, and its value. I see few trunks with wood slats going the opposite way except the camel back trunks?

 

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Information About Rocking Chair?I picked this chair up at an estate sale for $20. It is super comfy. Casters on front, never on back. It came from back east to west in a Model T car. I would like to know manufacturer, year, and value?

 

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European Trunk?I was told it is a European trunk. I am looking for more info on it.

 

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Information About Albert Rossenheimer Trunk?I got this trunk from my grandparents. It's a Albert Rossenheimer trunk. Can someone give me the history of this trunk and the value please?

 

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Lane Hope Chest Confusion?From what I have learned regarding Lane Hope Chests, the date is actually the serial number written backwards. Having said that, the serial number is written; 112220. So to read this the way I have understood it, would be 02 (Feb.) 22, 1911. I have owned it since before 1996.

 

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Information About Old Desk?Does anyone know how old this is or anything about it or its value?

 

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Information About Captain's Desk?My son has this old antique desk that he would like to sell. He acquired it from a guy in California that said he inherited it from his great grandfather. He was told it was a captain's desk from an old ship. Whether this is true or not I don't know, and there is no documentation to support this. All I know is that it is old and it is heavy. It has a leather top on it.

 

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Information About this China Cabinet?I bought this china cabinet at a flea market for 20 dollars. I can't find any identifying marks except for the numbers on the back (as pictured above) however I can't find anything online about the numbers. I've seen similar china cabinets from the 1900s. Could anyone maybe tell me something about it? Thanks in advance.

 

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Value and Info on Antique Bed?What is this bed worth and how old is it? I was told it was made in Germany. Edge to edge it measures 86 in. wide by 82 in. long. It comes apart to make 2 beds.

 

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Information About Buffet?I am wondering what it's worth, but also if anyone recognizes a year it may be from? I really would like to know anything about it.

 

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Value of Wooden Chair?I have acquired this chair and know nothing about it. I would like to know what it's worth and a little history behind it, now that I'm getting interested in antiques. I was told it could be worth something. It has 1780 or 1730 stamped on the bottom with a green imperial on it. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thanks so much in advance.

 

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Is This an Antique Table?I just bought this tablet, very cheaply. I noticed the Baker Furniture emblem. Is it worth more than what I paid?

 

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Value of Antique Twin Bed?I have two twin beds from my mother-in-law's house and am trying to find out more info about them like age, type of wood, and value. I also need to have custom size mattresses for them if anyone in the Chicago area knows somewhere local.

 

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Information About Old Trunk?I am looking for some answers if possible: age, maker, what's it worth if anything, and should I sell it/restore it. I know a very little history of this trunk, but I know my mom has the twin of it, but she redid hers. Any help is useful of course and I will say thank you in advance now.

 

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Chair Identification and Age?I'm trying to figure out how old this chair is and what style it is in. It is stuffed with horsehair, super solid and appears to be hand carved in a lot of the detail.

 

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How Much Is This Chair Worth?This chair has been in my family for generations. Very sturdy and strong. Needs touch ups, but very comfortable. Was just wondering how much it's worth? If anyone has an idea, just drop me a message. Thanks!

 

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How Much Is This Chiffarobe Worth?My husband had this antique chiffarobe growing up. It has the original tilting mirror, it's just not currently attached. It's in good shape other than the loose floorboards.

 

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Information About Chairs?Does anyone know anything about these chairs? Any information is much appreciated! My dad has owned them for a long time and now has to decide what to do with them. I wish I knew their story. I've researched as far as I can get and all I found is that they are probably wainscot style. Thanks!

 

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Information About Trunk?Trying to find out more information on this trunk. Grandmother came from Poland and ended up in Detroit working at a rectory. Not sure if she brought it with her or if she had it handed down from her mother.

 

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