S. Bent and Bros of Mass antique oak chairs

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Posted by kvanlant

18 years ago

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Description

Hi. I found this set at a garage sale a few years back. The couple said that they had also purchased the set second hand in NY so they did not know anything about the origin of the set. Some of the horizontal dowels are missing, as are a few of the structural screws. They are very rickety at this point and I'd like to know if this set is valuable and worth restoring. If I sold it, how much could I ask as-is? (I'm sorry, but I cant' manage to insert a photo. Is there an email address that I can mail it to?)

Category American Furniture

Medium Oak

Distinguishing marks Carved or stamped back

Condition Fair

Size and dimensions of this item Back 41" high, Seat 18" high x 17" wide

Date Period 1930?

History Garage sale find

eBay Auction Link

Price Paid (If known) $400 for set of six with table

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