Author Topic: HELP Antique Dresser with Attached Jewelry Box Pics (Read 3307 times)

kroms001 · « **on:** June 28, 2009, 09:44:09 am »

I searched every inch of this dresser for identification marks, I found a couple: a cursive "L" in the upper right corner (rear) of the dresser, also black paint with the letters "I26 Chest."
The wood looks to be all original, and it has never been refinished.
I aquired this dresser from an 80+ year old man who passed away a few weeks ago. His family was going to throw it away, and I told them that I would take it.

Does anyone know the age, maker and perhaps price range of this piece? I have been searching with no results.

Thanks in advance for any help!

D&b antiques · « **Reply #1 on:** June 28, 2009, 10:27:26 am »

typical Depression furniture.1930's in design. there were 2,000.00 + furniture mfg's working in that time frame so it's hard to say who the designer is.

As for the jewelry, box it could have have been used to store gloves. glove box's are more commonly found on the left and right. average value $ 150.00 Dollars.

kroms001 · « **Reply #2 on:** June 28, 2009, 10:49:18 am »

D&b antiques,

Thank you so much for the quick responce - I had no idea that the "box" could be a glove box... very interesting - again thank you!

Now I know a bit of knowledge about the piece.

D&b antiques · « **Reply #3 on:** June 28, 2009, 11:54:05 am »

Your certainly welcome. We have a very good group of Volunteers here. & every one is welcome. sometimes we bring a little humor along. to Brighten the day.

kroms001 · « **Reply #4 on:** June 28, 2009, 01:44:22 pm »

Well, since it isn't in a huge price range - I guess I will refinish it and sand some areas down to make the appearance look better... since it wouldn't hurt the value LOL.

Thanks again!

cogar · « **Reply #5 on:** June 29, 2009, 04:38:51 am »

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I will refinish it

That looks to be partly walnut veneer and should refinish quite nicely. Use a good "stripper" first. Then us '00' steelwool before you do any sanding and nothing less than 220 grid sandpaper.

Just my "hints" for anyone considering such a project.

KC · « **Reply #6 on:** June 29, 2009, 11:16:30 am »

Cogar has extremely good advice...you would be well advised to take it!

Very nice old piece. Used to see many of these piece...and as time goes on...less and less. The glove boxes are nice and unique (and foreign) to us these days!

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