Anyone know the age/maker and possible value?
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John
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Got this stand with wash basin. Curious as to age, maker and possible value before I repaint or repurpose it.
Thanks
Thanks
Wood is joined into other wood
Looks like a seal makers mark
17 answers
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Could be as early as 1820 up until 1920. Could give you a closer age if i knew the wood under all the paint. The wash basin may not be original to the piece. The original may have been ironstone and alot of times these got broken, and the enaneled one could have been bought at any general store! A really neat piece. You will have to share with us the after photo when you finish redoing it.
Richard Perry
on Nov 30, 2015
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There are several Pins of Antiques Wash Stands on Pinterest such as the pic I've added. Maybe you can get the info. you need through one of these. Good Luck!
Debbie Miller
on Nov 30, 2015
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Okay it might be wise to restore it to former glory because if it is not often to see this really awesome piece of history then it is best to check with an historian hopefully the right person that wont want to rip you off. If you dont want to sell it then don't because this kind may be very hard to find like this. Please keep us updated in what you learn and go about it. ;-)
Desiree'
on Nov 30, 2015
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I had gotten a interesting piece of night stand and it had a drawer but also a board that slid in above it and I have not seen that before. It is in bad shape unfortunately but I am carefully sanding it down and will have to repaint it though. I don't see any sign of an antique or anything like that. It is a solid piece which is good and I am thinking about putting like a shelving with doors on top of it. ;-)
Desiree'
on Nov 30, 2015
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I wish I could see this piece in person, something tells me it has already been re-purposed or up-cycled. Looks like two pieces combined. JMO
Lagree Wyndham
on Nov 30, 2015
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The curve at the edge of the table near the bowl has my attention. I'm wondering if this piece had a specific purpose. For example, as an invalid washing station or a shaving table while sitting. But, then again, I simply might be a curved front edge. Just some insight as to how my curious mind works.
Swan Road Designs
on Nov 30, 2015
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I can't help you, but that piece is beautiful. I love that green color! Lucky you!
Donna
on Nov 30, 2015
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40's green? I would not refinish or paint it. Love it as it is and would only carefully clean it and wax it to keep this paint on it
Maggie
on Nov 30, 2015
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It's obviously prior to indoor plumbing and cute as can be. The curve makes me think of shaving stand or hair washing, Construction wise, the legs are not fine furniture, looks more commercial.
LindaK
on Nov 30, 2015
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I'm thinking it could have come out of an old-time barbershop. It could be custom or home-made. Get it appraised before you do anything to alter it.
JC Sipes
on Dec 01, 2015
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I agree, take it to an apprasser. The enamelware basin is plain as they would use in the 1800s....they became more colorful later in the early 1900's. The color suggests 1940's, but the way the stand is made suggests 20's to me. The Hallmark on the wash basin doesn't appear in any of the references I have. This is a very unique piece. It would be an awesome piece to refinish, but with its uniqueness I wouldn't do a thing to it until I had it appraised. VERY cool find!
Marlene Murray
on Dec 04, 2015
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the stand is home made/ the side pieces of wood look as though there were arms or countertop sides that were removed. and I dont know about hair washing. the surround stand was made to fit the sink. clear coat it for certain. green is lead based for certain. be careful not to rub it or touch it too much.
Taylor
on Dec 05, 2015
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Im an avid collector, and know piece dates, makers and values. Have collected over thirty years. And price is based on demand. Its more of a primitive collectors piece.
Taylor
on Dec 05, 2015
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I believe it's at least 80 years old and probably made by the homeowner who needed a shaving space. I agree with those who recommend appraisal. I wouldn't touch a brush to it until I had it appraised. Put a pretty pot inside the basin (protect porcelain first) and plant a blooming plant and you have a lovely, vintage accent piece.
Barbara
on Dec 06, 2015
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I have no idea about the age or value, I just know that I LOVE it and wish I owned it!
Taffney
on Dec 06, 2015
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In the neighborhood of $2500 if authentic Take to a qualified appraiser
Ellen Beener
on Dec 06, 2015
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Hi - I am a USPAP Qualified Personal Property Appraiser, and love that I just stumbled on to this site. I agree with many of the previous posts, great find! Love the green color and the character of the piece!! Personally, I believe it to be a primitive country wash stand with basin.For it to be classified as a shaving stand it would require evidence of accompanying mirror (eg. pegs where a mirror would attach or marks where one previously stood). It's a super cool piece, but without strong provenance (history on the piece or anything that makes it truly a "rare" find or with an exceptional back story (belonged to a known historical person, etc.)) or any well known maker's marks on the structure or the bowl, in the current condition, having previously been painted and the fact that it does seem to be missing pieces, I wouldn't value it at more than a few hundred dollars at the most. The stamp on the bottom appears to be a pattern number with a manufacturer's mark, albeit not a well known or easily identifiable one. In my personal opinion, for a "home-made" primitive wash basin to demand high values, you would hope to find it unpainted or with original stenciling/original paint, all pieces intact and the Basin would be accompanied by a matching pitcher. Overall, the piece would be in better condition. That's just my $.02, from quickly looking at the thumbnail pics. I think you are safe to do what you would like with it as long as you are cautious as it is most likely a lead paint. Personally, I think the color is great and I would just seal the paint as is, to minimize additional flaking. If you do take it to a local appraiser who sees it in person, would love to hear additional comments.
Miscmelis
on Dec 07, 2015
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