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forest376

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Roll Top Desk
« on: April 15, 2009, 09:34:37 am »
I was told this roll top desk was purchased new in the 1950's,  what do you think?  

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Re: Roll Top Desk
« Reply #1 on: April 15, 2009, 10:06:26 am »
I would be inclined to think that it is a newer piece - not an antique (100 years old or older).
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Re: Roll Top Desk
« Reply #2 on: April 15, 2009, 10:14:34 am »
Could we see a side view?

forest376

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Re: Roll Top Desk
« Reply #3 on: April 15, 2009, 10:31:29 am »
hope this helps

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Re: Roll Top Desk
« Reply #4 on: April 15, 2009, 11:02:43 am »
The design & construction indicates and earlier date. than 1950 it's 1/4 sawn tiger oak. it certainly could have been bought new in 1950. depending on where it was stored. the age is not going to affect the value that much.

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Re: Roll Top Desk
« Reply #5 on: April 15, 2009, 11:40:09 am »
Personally, I think it's older than 1950.  Values on rolltops depend upon lots of factors.  Wood type, condition, size and S or C type of roll to name a few.  Obviously, an old walnut or cherry huge fancy antique rolltop in excellent condition would rank the highest value wise.  I've seen "new" rolltops and they're easy to spot regarding not being vintage or antique.  I could be wrong (wouldn't be the first time) but I think your's is older than 1950.  In 1950 rolltops weren't in vogue like they have been in the last 30 or so years...

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Re: Roll Top Desk
« Reply #6 on: April 15, 2009, 11:44:59 am »
I agree railman. I also think it's a stickly Brandt or a very good copy.

forest376

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Re: Roll Top Desk
« Reply #7 on: April 15, 2009, 04:09:28 pm »
this should help to date the desk?  i am not concerned about the value, just the date it was made.  thanks

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Re: Roll Top Desk
« Reply #8 on: April 15, 2009, 04:10:13 pm »
those are the drawer locks.

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Re: Roll Top Desk
« Reply #9 on: April 15, 2009, 05:56:32 pm »
Post a pic of the side of a drawer!
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Re: Roll Top Desk
« Reply #10 on: April 15, 2009, 07:45:18 pm »
as requested

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Re: Roll Top Desk
« Reply #11 on: April 16, 2009, 02:20:05 am »
You might check the type of material used for the "backing" of/on the 'roll'. The vintage of material (pattern, weave, etc.) can sometimes be dated quite accurately. Even determined if it was "handmade" or not because cabinetmakers used whatever was handy. aka: mattress ticking - bought locally or ordered from a Sears Roebuck catalog.

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Re: Roll Top Desk
« Reply #12 on: April 16, 2009, 08:18:32 am »
We can't put and exact year on it. the construction methods indicate 1930's thru early 50's. it is very well constructed indicative of quality manufacture.

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Re: Roll Top Desk
« Reply #13 on: April 16, 2009, 04:10:18 pm »
thank you very much.