Age of Table

Hello! I am thinking of purchasing this table off Facebook marketplace to restore and was wondering how old it may be? The dimensions are 45 in tall x 28 in deep x 30 in tall so I’m thinking it’s a desk? Thank you for your help in advance!

 

Are those the only photographs they're providing you? Are the sellers able to tell you anything about it at all? How much -- if you don't mind my asking -- is it?

Debora

 

Hello Debora! I will post the other two that were provided here. I do plan on asking for more pictures once they reply. It is listed right now at $90.

 

Its hard to tell but Im guessing 1900-1910 . Id offer $40 .

 

You list two 'tall' measurements - 45" and 30" - guessing you mean 45" wide?

Without any drawers and on casters I would say it is a table and not a desk.

 

Oops, yes typo on my part. 45” wide.

 

Is that one of the side stretchers that has broken off below?

Debora

 

Yes it is, unfortunately.

 

Guessing Johnny's right about the date....ca. 1900. Nicely articulated toenails!

I think this is a good candidate for a refinish. Could look spectacular with the stretcher repaired and with a new "'do."

 

Tom Johnson (Thomas Johnson Antique Furniture Restoration) has recently uploaded a video of work done to a table with lots in common with this one. Take a look.

 

Agree, circa 1900. If planning to refinish, make sure it has a solid top or, if veneer, intact and without stains.