What's This Antique Oak Mantel Worth?

By Lovejoy, 19 May, 2017
Accurate Description of Item
One Empire Revival Style Fireplace Mantel
Appraiser Remarks
Your mantel is actually in the Empire Revival Style, made circa 1890-1910, which was based on original American Empire furnishings made circa 1815-30. Demand for Empire styled mantels like this last peaked in the early 1990's and has been in decline since that time. Currently comparable examples in need of refinishing or cosmetic restoration sell for under $1800.00 in the $800.00- 1500.00 range, often selling at auction for under $500.00.
Estimated Value
$800.00- $1500.00

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8 years 1 month ago

One Empire Revival Style Fireplace Mantel

Your mantel is actually in the Empire Revival Style, made circa 1890-1910, which was based on original American Empire furnishings made circa 1815-30. Demand for Empire styled mantels like this last peaked in the early 1990's and has been in decline since that time. Currently comparable examples in need of refinishing or cosmetic restoration sell for under $1800.00 in the $800.00- 1500.00 range, often selling at auction for under $500.00.