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Description
I picked it up at a yard sale in Northwest PA because I loved the look and the mechanics of the piece. The manufacturer label found on the underneath part of the leaf is in bad shape and not legible other than Imperial Furniture Company. I'm not sure how old it is, 40's maybe? I would like to lightly sand and varnish the piece to bring it back to life but don't want to detract from the value in doing so. Does appear to be mahoganey which is true to Imperial. What can you tell me about it, and if I am to sell it as-is what is the value versus if i fixed it up?
Category
American Furniture
Medium
Mahogany
Distinguishing marks
Imperial Furniture Company, manufacturer label on underside of leaf
Condition
Fair
Size and dimensions of this item
40"x48"x30" with leaf
Date Period
40's
Price Paid (If known)
20.00
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Re: Imperial Furniture Co. table with folding center leaf
This is the best info that I could find. This person/co. definitely changed the original appearance and has it listed for $750. Is this a fair assessment? Is the table an antique? Should it not be modified? Is lightly sanding and staining mine a dark walnut going to be "okay"?
http://www.1stdibs.com/furniture/tables/console-tables/console-dining-table-imperial-grand-rapids/id-f_768607/
Re: Imperial Furniture Co. table with folding center leaf
Any input on this piece would be greatly appreciated. Thank you in advance.