Antique Oak turn of the century dresser
14 April 2020
Description

White oak dresser and mirror. 2 pieces, mirror attached to bottom. Mirror is: 38”W x 44”H x 1.5” D. Dresser itself is: 34”H x 44”W x 19”D ~ it is a family heirloom from my great grandfather in Minnesota. It’s now in Los Angeles, my mom estimates it’s probably a turn of the century piece, about 100 years old. Excellent condition. Knobs all original except for one missing. That’s been remade with wire. Lions etched in material, maybe bronze or gold? Not sure.

Provenance

It came from Minnesota in the 1960s (my great grandfather), lived on a farm with my mother for many years. And I inherited about ten years ago. I have my mother’s blessing to get it appraised and sell it. I no longer have space or a need for it. It is in excellent condition.

Acquired from
Inherited
For sale
Yes
Answered within 1 day
By Delia
Apr 16, 11:14 UTC
Fair Market Value
$300 - $500 USD
Insurance Value $0 USD
What does this mean?

Good morning, Whitney,

Thank you for contacting Mearto with your appraisal inquiry.
Yes, you are correct in the age of this piece; there were a lot of companies making this kind of furniture in the early 20th Century and they are often marked in some way with the name of the maker (label, brand, stamp, etc, on the back, bottom or inside of one of the drawers). If you happen to find a mark, please let me know and I'll see if that warrants re-evaluating this appraisal.
Based on the photographs and information provided, and subject to examination, this is:

An American Aesthetic Movement oak mirrored dresser
late 19th/early 20th Century
The mirror with outset molded cornice over carved and paneled frieze, mounted over a rectangular top over corresponding case fitted with three long drawers with cast brass pulls featuring lion's heads, raised on short legs on casters.
Mirror is: 38”W x 44”H x 1 1/2” D. Dresser itself is: 34”H x 44”W x 19”D
PROVENANCE: inherited from grandparents
CONDITION: appears to be in good condition, commensurate with age and use. Client says one pull is replaced.
$300-500*
*represents a fair-market value for auction purposes; retail or asking price may vary.

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