Yeah, that's typical 18th century construction, naturally, it could be early 19th but the hardware which looks original (lock/hinges) argue for...
Queen Anne style, 20th century
Yep, I'd say Wink nailed this one, linoleum
Generally speaking, restoration done correctly can get pricey in a hurry, if box was mine i'd start off with iron forged hinges, straightening lid...
BTW, this "bible box" thingy is an old furniture myth, the term was developed sometime during the Victorian age. Your box for instance was clearly...
Not a clue on value, not a lot that's for sure as old furniture prices are mostly down these days.
No, i don't think so because the X stretcher would not allow legs to move.
OK, it's a nice desk box and most everything is there but the condition is poor probably due to it being outside in the weather.
Poplar & yes, it's american. Where are you, where did you get the box?
They appear to be original yes.
Yeah, i don't doubt it, the lid looks very warped in photo. I'd guess this desk box got wet alot somewhere along the way which didn't do it any...
Mid 19th century i would guess, 1840-1860 ish.
They look like "cut" nails, made between 1820s-1900s
It's a writing desk box, 19th century and, it's had a hard life looks like.
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