The alcohol did a great job, worked quickly, left no residue, and did not disturb the patina. I never got to any of the other suggestions so they...
I just singled out the one for illustration. I should have mentioned that there are quite a few others. ....... or did I? Just because it is not...
OK.... so now tell us what you really think ;) I actually think these have merit. Not my taste but can certainly see the appeal. I am wondering...
Most of these in the marketplace are reproductions. Very convincing but mostly made in Mexico and Indo-Asia. This one is virtually identical to...
LOL! ..... I am not a particular fan of Renoir but wouldn't go so far as to say his painting suck. I do think there are better but who can deny...
Thanks for the suggestions. I have made some progress but have stopped working on it for now. It still has some gunk but looks a lot better. I...
Just returned from a few days R&R in Southern MI. Didn't do much shopping but took a couple hours and hit 2 antique shops and one thrift store....
Have washed in hot soap and water, brushed with a soft toothbrush, and picked gently with a toothpick but silver polish remains in the crevices of...
The ginkgo leaf brooch with the pink stone is killer. Might be English arts and crafts pewter with a Ruskin stone. Any marks? Those mod dangle...
There were lots of variations to these over the years. I can't find one exactly like mine but it is clearly marked Simmons. It is possible that...
The legs are separate and bolted on. Probably made this way for shipping and/or to allow a design variation without legs.
Not all had legs, as can be seen by the one I have. There should be a label on the back or inside one of the drawers on the left side. Other...
This has certainly been attributed to Geddes by many, though some of the more streamlined pieces are more likely to be his. I really do not know...
It is an antique and reupholstering will improve it. That green crushed velvet is not helping it any.
Exactly!
Value is minimal. These are not in favor these days. Maybe $100.00 or so to the right person on the right day in the right location. Otherwise,...
Here is the rocker Lincoln was assassinated in at the Ford theater. It is now housed at the Henry Ford Museum. Ironically, I was just at the...
This is an antique so-called "Lincoln Rocker". The originals date to the Civil War era but became very popular and were produced for decades....
Such a shame that antique furniture approaching 200 years in age has no appreciation. If in exceptional condition, you can make a sale for a...
This is a circa 1840 Empire mahogany dresser mirror. I think it is likely American. Some were made free-standing but I think yours has been...
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