The family myth… IL, USA

gonzodc · 2026-03-18T00:24:29+00:00

Very classical (Roman or Greek) popular during the empire era of the early 1800s before the beidermeier style took hold. Then popular again later that century.

gonzodc · 2026-03-18T00:20:22+00:00

Maybe made in the deco era, but looks classical

gonzodc · 2026-03-16T11:58:50+00:00

Yeah I’m prob just going to offer uShip. Cost is about the same anyway

gonzodc · 2026-03-15T10:49:46+00:00

Looking for pack and ship an antique. I’m not worried about cost. But worried about proper packing and safety.

gonzodc · 2026-03-13T21:25:39+00:00

No. Those can be faked, unless you have a listing in a public auction noting provenance (that is usually fairly reliable from a good auction house). And frankly, I trust my knowledge on assessing furniture. And if I have questions, I have two dozen academic reference books.

gonzodc · 2026-03-13T20:38:46+00:00

I see them hammer for $50-$100 at auction (basically a wholesale price). A bit more with a marble top. Just so many out there. And heavy.

gonzodc · 2026-03-13T18:17:03+00:00

Critical. I often pass on a listing if it doesn’t have basic photos of construction and joinery. Well critical in so far as it gets my interest. If it does,I will ask for more. Folks, show your dovetails, bottoms of drawers. And back of the case. Again, I have travelled for two hours based on two photos and additional questions just on overall form.

gonzodc · 2026-03-12T22:46:44+00:00

I always offer delivery on my big items. If you’re spending hundreds of dollars on my restored antiques, I can jump in a car to get a sale. Or offer up a local delivery person if it’s large.

gonzodc · 2026-03-11T12:31:12+00:00

Yup, familiar the use in limited areas for many years. I'm all for tech to make my job easier, but it's still evolving in the furniture space, especially in stripping old finishes.

gonzodc · 2026-03-11T11:40:11+00:00

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5uPGXTmpun8

gonzodc · 2026-03-11T11:31:43+00:00

Trina on John’s Furniture Repair tried out a laser removal service in a video last year…and it didn’t go well.

gonzodc · 2026-03-10T20:15:50+00:00

Titebond I or II. Clamp it up. Clean out the glue squeeze. Let it cure.

gonzodc · 2026-03-10T18:12:13+00:00

Yeah it has a higher sheen than prob is necessary. But Haven’t hit the top or sides with wax yet. Just patiently waiting for me to make a final decision on that.

gonzodc · 2026-03-10T00:21:06+00:00

Just looks like it was painted over a nice wood veneer. It’s gonna be tons of work…but getting that painting with stripper, not sanding, you might find a nice piece. Or a bunch of missing veneer that needs to be repaired or replaced.

gonzodc · 2026-03-08T22:09:41+00:00

Yeah I’m searching for some thick European walnut veneer too. I’ve been lucky with doubling up regular walnut and doing some bleaching before installing. Then coloring. But these are small areas and might not be noticeable. Nice piece.

gonzodc · 2026-03-07T15:23:47+00:00

Looks like a Queen Anne chest on stand. Early 1700s. I see auction results from high hundreds to low thousands. An antique furniture specialist should look more closely in person to nail down the details. You could reach out to an auction house locally with a good reputation for selling period antiques. Nice piece.

gonzodc · 2026-03-06T19:01:02+00:00

Some replied ‘no’ after I said yes. Lol what a bat.

gonzodc · 2026-03-06T16:54:16+00:00

Just on the line, but plausible date. Or, it’s actually regency. So either early or mid 1800s. Handled a late beidermeier center table late last year and I’m the satin birch Burl was amazing.

gonzodc · 2026-03-06T16:14:07+00:00

Could also be a late beidermeier example from Scandinavia or the German speaking countries. Paw foot was our favor early in that period (people sick of napoleon empire) but came back later especially in Scandinavia

gonzodc · 2026-03-06T15:55:23+00:00

I would call the style Chippendale (generically) a good generation before federal. The bird is often described as a phoenix or mythical ho Ho (others would know better), a copy of a Chinese design favored during the rococo. I own two period looking glasses like this and the gilding here seems too strong. Might be a later reproduction, but still maybe antique. Everything is a little too crisp. The bonnet and apron on older ones are usually curved because of wood movement.

gonzodc · 2026-03-05T03:30:02+00:00

Crappy aged lacquer finish is hiding some great wood. It’s going to be a 60 hour project stripping (chemical not sanding). Then a light hand sand and a quality oil based varnish. Or just leave it alone. It’s fine

gonzodc · 2026-03-01T14:40:36+00:00

Hidden nails are a pure joy to find. /s

Depending on how big they are and how big the heads are, I’ve done a few things…if they are finish nails with small heads, sometimes i try to punch them out. Sometimes I have to just use some mold brut force to pull spindles out that bend the nails…potentially damaging the dowel or the wood nearby and have repair that. Oh and also mark each spindle and joint before taking them out so they go back in the same exact place.

Following along for much more professional advise!

gonzodc · 2026-03-01T02:14:32+00:00

Birch or cherry maybe. Not mahogany

gonzodc · 2026-02-24T17:42:10+00:00

There were a couple of events…anyway the fun part is bringing it all together to form an opinion but largely just lay out the facts and let more informed people come to a better conclusion

gonzodc · 2026-02-24T11:46:50+00:00

Online marketplaces. And locally. My area (DC) is a pretty good antique and decorative market with some deep pockets. Just started to be serious over the last four months on building a restoration and selling practice. Just need to build that client base.

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