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1800's Japanese table iris motif

Description

This table was reconditioned in 1929 by my Great Grandfather who was a furniture maker and carpenter from Czechoslovakia. Still has his label on underside of top stating this. It was eventually given to him for other work he did for that person.

From somewhat similar tables I've seen I beleive it to be a late 1800's Mejii era piece. The overall condition and finish are good. There are a few very small wear spots in the finish on sharp edges. The top and lower shelf are very slightly warped, but it sets perfectly fine on the floor. There is a 3-4" hairline (VERY narrow) crack on top in the wood grain from edge toward center. There is a stamp in the wood on underside of top "MADE IN JAPAN' . It is 23" tall with a 14" top.

It's valuation is a big question, but I suspect it is potentially relatively high given it's age and origin. Any help towards this end would be appreciated. I'm willing to sell once I get some idea of value.

I'm having problems adding pics so try this album link smg.photobucket.com/albums/v388/jga2z/japanase%20table/

Category Home Furnishings
Medium wood
Distinguishing marks Iris pattern carvings "MADE IN JAPAN" stamped into underside of top
Condition Good
Size and dimensions of this item 14" top, 23" tall
Date Period late 1800's
Weight 8-10 lbs
History been in family since late1920's
Price Paid (If known) n/a
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Lovejoy 🎯 Collector 14 years ago

Quite right, country of origin marks like  "Made in Japan" tend to date to the early 1920's. Similar tables were also made in China during the same period, but generally with a marble top. This one cleaned up and in the shops goes for about 250.

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