BODART WRITING DESK

Aloha, I live in Hawai'i and have just inherited a lovely Bodart writing desk that was shipped to me from Michigan. Knowing absolutely nothing about Bodart furniture I am hoping that someone can give me an estimate of its value. It is in very good condition except for a small chip of wood on the top left corner (which had been glued back on) and a section of the pull-down panel to write on needs to be refinished. Many mahalos for your help!!

Olivia
View attachment 48511

 

We're going to need larger, and more detailed photo's......please.

 

Go to EDIT and use the FULL IMAGE option....always.
And the more detailed photos the better.

 

You are AWESOME...thank you!

 

I am not familiar with this company and, in general, it doesn't matter much who made furniture for valuation. I would date your piece to the 1950s or later so it is not an antique. As such, it really doesn't have collectible value and should be evaluated as used furniture. In my neck of the woods, semi-rural Midwest, this would sell for under $100.00 at auction and probably no more than $250.00 at retail in fixed up or painted condition. Under $200.00 would be even more realistic. I imagine in Hawaii, it could be considerably more valuable.

 

Here's an identical secretary, but in different wood and with an unmatched chair. Together they sold for $100.00.

https://new.liveauctioneers.com/item/949604

--- Susan