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<p>[QUOTE="Mom2nine, post: 629555, member: 10877"]I am looking for anyone who may recognize or know anything about these pieces. My grandfather bought them at an estate sale in California, probably in the 40's or 50's. He always told us it was made of wormwood, but after researching, I realize he likely meant they had evidence of having had wormwood (furniture beetles) in the past. So I don't really know what type of wood these are made of.</p><p><br /></p><p>I have been trying to sell these to make space in our home, but I am wondering if the wormholes significantly de-value the pieces. I read some about wormholes being used to date an antique, and therefore being desirable. And then there is the trend toward distressed furniture. Both of these pieces are peppered with the holes and tunnels, but not so much that the structural integrity is compromised. Both pieces are quite sturdy and heavy.</p><p><br /></p><p>Many thanks for any info, advice, or opinions![ATTACH=full]182180[/ATTACH] [ATTACH=full]182181[/ATTACH][/QUOTE]</p><p><br /></p>
[QUOTE="Mom2nine, post: 629555, member: 10877"]I am looking for anyone who may recognize or know anything about these pieces. My grandfather bought them at an estate sale in California, probably in the 40's or 50's. He always told us it was made of wormwood, but after researching, I realize he likely meant they had evidence of having had wormwood (furniture beetles) in the past. So I don't really know what type of wood these are made of. I have been trying to sell these to make space in our home, but I am wondering if the wormholes significantly de-value the pieces. I read some about wormholes being used to date an antique, and therefore being desirable. And then there is the trend toward distressed furniture. Both of these pieces are peppered with the holes and tunnels, but not so much that the structural integrity is compromised. Both pieces are quite sturdy and heavy. Many thanks for any info, advice, or opinions![ATTACH=full]182180[/ATTACH] [ATTACH=full]182181[/ATTACH][/QUOTE]
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