If it is in good shape, I would pay it. I see a few small chips on the veneer but it is so pretty that I would probably buy it. Where are you going to find a solid dressing table for that price these days? Everything is made so cheaply. Even "solid wood" has pressed wood in it most of the time. Maybe offer $150 since it doesn't have the seat with it. Check marketplace in your area to see what the going price is for furniture like this. Most people buy this type thing and chalk paint it, then sell for $400+.
It's beautiful and seems to be in pretty good condition. I would try to keep as much of the wood as possible - in other words, not paint it. As for price, if you love it, the price doesn't matter. Here's a link to one I restored:
If you wish to keep the antique value just clean it. Painting or refinishing changes the value. If you just love the look and don't care about the value do what you want , paint, restain or just clean and add a coat of Liquid Gold polish. It's a good price.
If you like it the way it is, which I think is great. The price is good. The mirror is intriguing. I would clean the wood and give a good polish. I just love the old furniture, more sturdy, dovetail joints. I wouldn't paint it unless the surface is badly damaged. I love the old furniture .
I'm sure if you spend a TON of time searching you may find something similar at a lower price. BUT, that doesn't mean it would be nearby.
Do note - I had a vintage waterfall vanity. I found it very difficult to find a seat that fit how low it was so that may be a challenge for you too.
As you love it, buy it! Anytime I've found a vintage anything that I loved and passed by, I've regretted it. The mirror is gorgeous and extremely unusual - especially still intact. Go for it and finish it anyway that YOU love - never mind others' opinions. Have fun and enjoy it. 😎
it is beautiful and appears to be a vanity for makeup etc - looks like it is in great condition we can't tell you what a good price is we don't have any info like that- you could just search antique stores, etc to see what they sell them for ~ if you are happy with it that is all that matters.
In my opinion it is a very expressive piece of furniture, regardless of the price. My husband has been telling me life is too short to spend it hagling over a few dollars and cents. It is costs more or less somewhere else, so what, enjoy it.
Pretty piece, I would guess Victorian, but could be wrong!. Pretty too! Looks like the handles have been changed, but they look great. Maybe the owner can give you more information when you pick it up!
Hello. Is this really a personal preference if it’s something that is agreeable for your living situation in size, scale and need. If you like the brown dark wood or if you wish consider painting it would be your choice. Amazing price and find!
Hi Bernadette: I think it's beautiful and the price seems reasonable. If you love it, no price is too much. Such a nice find, I'm happy for you. The 20's had such beautiful furniture and wood work. Check this site, it has similar items and I thought you'd like to take a peek at them:
Good for you! I bet the 3 of you (you, your hubby and the dresser) will be very happy together. Keep it original and love it for a long time! It's been waiting just for you :)
It's a beautiful piece and if you love it and are going to use it regularly, then whatever price you paid is worth it. And in my neck of the woods that would be a fair price for sure.
If you loved it enough to pay the price, then you got a good buy. It is very beautiful and most furniture these days is not as well made as the piece you found (at least not anywhere priced at $180)! Enjoy your great find!
It's a lovely '20s piece. A dresser/dresssing table. It appears to be in decent shape and all I would do is to give it a good wash down with some mild soap and water to remove any dust/residue, then a light wipe down with a soft cloth.
After the suface is completely dry, give it a light rub down with something like Liquid Gold. Wipe off well an buff gently. You should have a satiny and rich surface.
I say this after more than 30+ years of furniture repair/restoration.
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If it is in good shape, I would pay it. I see a few small chips on the veneer but it is so pretty that I would probably buy it. Where are you going to find a solid dressing table for that price these days? Everything is made so cheaply. Even "solid wood" has pressed wood in it most of the time. Maybe offer $150 since it doesn't have the seat with it. Check marketplace in your area to see what the going price is for furniture like this. Most people buy this type thing and chalk paint it, then sell for $400+.
It's beautiful and seems to be in pretty good condition. I would try to keep as much of the wood as possible - in other words, not paint it. As for price, if you love it, the price doesn't matter. Here's a link to one I restored:
https://theap.plestreetcottage.blogspot.com/2019/03/dressing-table-makeover.html
It’s lovely! If you like it you should go for it. You couldn’t buy something like that new for that price.
If you wish to keep the antique value just clean it. Painting or refinishing changes the value. If you just love the look and don't care about the value do what you want , paint, restain or just clean and add a coat of Liquid Gold polish. It's a good price.
Seems like a decent price. Check for cracked or split wood. Loose joints can be repaired. Good luck
If you like it the way it is, which I think is great. The price is good. The mirror is intriguing. I would clean the wood and give a good polish. I just love the old furniture, more sturdy, dovetail joints. I wouldn't paint it unless the surface is badly damaged. I love the old furniture .
Same! I’ve been very into 1920’s furniture. And so surprised at the reasonable cost to purchase them
Nice find. Keep it original.
I'm sure if you spend a TON of time searching you may find something similar at a lower price. BUT, that doesn't mean it would be nearby.
Do note - I had a vintage waterfall vanity. I found it very difficult to find a seat that fit how low it was so that may be a challenge for you too.
As you love it, buy it! Anytime I've found a vintage anything that I loved and passed by, I've regretted it. The mirror is gorgeous and extremely unusual - especially still intact. Go for it and finish it anyway that YOU love - never mind others' opinions. Have fun and enjoy it. 😎
it is beautiful and appears to be a vanity for makeup etc - looks like it is in great condition we can't tell you what a good price is we don't have any info like that- you could just search antique stores, etc to see what they sell them for ~ if you are happy with it that is all that matters.
In my opinion it is a very expressive piece of furniture, regardless of the price. My husband has been telling me life is too short to spend it hagling over a few dollars and cents. It is costs more or less somewhere else, so what, enjoy it.
Expressive. That’s the perfect word! Thanks so much
Hi Burnette, yes I think it is beautiful, but more important you love it. Enjoy your beautiful find.
Thanks so much everyone for your input!! I’m going ahead and getting it tonight. I can’t wait :)
Hello Bernadette,
Pretty piece, I would guess Victorian, but could be wrong!. Pretty too! Looks like the handles have been changed, but they look great. Maybe the owner can give you more information when you pick it up!
Hello. Is this really a personal preference if it’s something that is agreeable for your living situation in size, scale and need. If you like the brown dark wood or if you wish consider painting it would be your choice. Amazing price and find!
Hi Bernadette: I think it's beautiful and the price seems reasonable. If you love it, no price is too much. Such a nice find, I'm happy for you. The 20's had such beautiful furniture and wood work. Check this site, it has similar items and I thought you'd like to take a peek at them:
https://www.bing.com/images/search?q=imgurl:https%3a%2f%2fwww.reverseimagesearch.com%2ftempimgs%2f354221605234120.jpg&view=detailv2&selectedindex=0&mode=ImageViewer&iss=VSI&form=IRSBIQ&id=53432A60D3CF55ADA85532758E00208A6BD5A061&ccid=MMhM42ve&mediaurl=https%3A%2F%2Fi.pinimg.com%2Foriginals%2Fa0%2Fba%2Fda%2Fa0badac851486d83a1100b5d97844336.jpg&exph=640&expw=426&vt=2&sim=11&simid=608036832586894672&ck=7FE4F265A784FA1F23DC2ADB426BB176&thid=OIP.MMhM42vexPiE9oC7nL_a-wAAAA&pivotparams=imgurl%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fwww.reverseimagesearch.com%252Ftempimgs%252F354221605234120.jpg
Got her!!
Good for you! I bet the 3 of you (you, your hubby and the dresser) will be very happy together. Keep it original and love it for a long time! It's been waiting just for you :)
Very nice. Don’t paint it or anything- leave as is!
If it's in great shape, then yes. It's okay to offer less and then meet in the middle somewhere too.
Super deal. Great price. Value is about $500 to $800 depending on condition
It's a true beauty. You should be proud of your find.
It's a beautiful piece and if you love it and are going to use it regularly, then whatever price you paid is worth it. And in my neck of the woods that would be a fair price for sure.
If you loved it enough to pay the price, then you got a good buy. It is very beautiful and most furniture these days is not as well made as the piece you found (at least not anywhere priced at $180)! Enjoy your great find!
I'd dicker with the price - ask for $125 and see if the owner will budget at all.
It's a lovely '20s piece. A dresser/dresssing table. It appears to be in decent shape and all I would do is to give it a good wash down with some mild soap and water to remove any dust/residue, then a light wipe down with a soft cloth.
After the suface is completely dry, give it a light rub down with something like Liquid Gold. Wipe off well an buff gently. You should have a satiny and rich surface.
I say this after more than 30+ years of furniture repair/restoration.
. Wipe down well and enjoy the beauty.
Look up appraisers in your area and take a photo to them.