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<p>[QUOTE="Marivo, post: 12492762, member: 107548"]I 've got this appraisal from antique dealer in the US:</p><p>Appraisal: Early 18th Century English Provincial Oak Monk's Bench / Convertible Table Chair</p><p>Estimated Value: $3.850 ($2.500 - $5.000)</p><p>Era: Early 18th Century (Queen Anne/Early Georgian)</p><p>Condition: Good</p><p>This is a fine example of an early 18th Century English Provincial Oak Monk's Bench or Convertible Table Chair. Its ingenious dual-purpose design, robust oak construction, and rich, well-preserved patina make it a desirable piece of historical furniture. Despite extensive surface wear and age-related wood movement, its structural integrity remains good, reflecting centuries of utilitarian use. The market for such authentic, functional antiques is stable, with moderate demand from collectors appreciating vernacular forms and historical charm. </p><p>I thinks he's correct about the item but the price is way to high. I replied: If you give me half I'll ship it for free to the US. I didn't get a response yet...[/QUOTE]</p><p><br /></p>
[QUOTE="Marivo, post: 12492762, member: 107548"]I 've got this appraisal from antique dealer in the US: Appraisal: Early 18th Century English Provincial Oak Monk's Bench / Convertible Table Chair Estimated Value: $3.850 ($2.500 - $5.000) Era: Early 18th Century (Queen Anne/Early Georgian) Condition: Good This is a fine example of an early 18th Century English Provincial Oak Monk's Bench or Convertible Table Chair. Its ingenious dual-purpose design, robust oak construction, and rich, well-preserved patina make it a desirable piece of historical furniture. Despite extensive surface wear and age-related wood movement, its structural integrity remains good, reflecting centuries of utilitarian use. The market for such authentic, functional antiques is stable, with moderate demand from collectors appreciating vernacular forms and historical charm. I thinks he's correct about the item but the price is way to high. I replied: If you give me half I'll ship it for free to the US. I didn't get a response yet...[/QUOTE]
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