Asked on Apr 16, 2016
What is this? And, how can I repair it?
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K
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Road side find. I don't know what it's used for. It's in bad shape where the "copper?" metal bowl/tray goes and underneath the table near the bowl/tray goes.
Any ideas in what it is and how I should go about repairs? Thank you!
Any ideas in what it is and how I should go about repairs? Thank you!
Table with bowl/tray (eeeeew!)
Table with bowl/tray removed
Metal ?copper? Bowl/Tray
Damage
18 answers
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Wow , that's so cool ! Maybe it's a planter table ? I'd clean and oil or wax it and put some interesting plants in it - so interesting , lucky you .
Skyval
on Apr 17, 2016
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It is a French 1950s reproduction planter table,though sometimes used as a drinks table with the copper used for ice to chill bottles and rest for glasses. Give it a good dose of Teak oil,leave for a few days then wax,or for a shabby chic look,paint with a au de nil paint then lightly sand for a distressed look
Fiona Maughan
on Apr 17, 2016
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I'm in LUV with that lacey border. If you don't want to follow the planter idea, I'd sand, stain, & maybe a piece of special cut glass, placed on top, to make a shadow box. IF it's possible from the water damage. It's AMAZING.
Mickey Baron
on Apr 17, 2016
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The use to put ice and wine in it, the curvy part their might of been a copper or something like that were the curve part was
P.chatty
on Apr 17, 2016
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Shamrock1719, thank you! I was thinking along those lines!
K
on Apr 17, 2016
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What a find! Can hardly wait to see what you do with this piece.
Patti Britt
on Apr 17, 2016
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If you want to know what the metal really is, try a magnet. If it sticks, it's steel with copper plating; if not, it's copper.
Jennie Lee
on Apr 17, 2016
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I would use it as two pieces, 2 for 1. Love the idea of the shadow box. I would use the copper pan as a planter in the yard or by the front door and let it age naturally. Looks so cool.
William
on Apr 17, 2016
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I would use it as a planter/coffee table.
Liz Straughn
on Apr 18, 2016
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What a beautiful and unique piece! I would totally see if it could be restored at a reasonable price. It could be worth something in the long run. I can tell the pot is copper which itself is definitely worth some bucks. I would never let go of it, such a treasure for sure!
Mcgypsy9
on Apr 18, 2016
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I agree, it's a planter/table. If you like a beach theme, you could add shells/pebbles and bleach glass to the planter, just below level so they don't spill out, and use it for a coaster, or bury a candle or interesting decorator item in the pebbles. You probably could get a custom piece of glass for the entire table top and the shadow box idea would be grand.
Elaine robinson
on Apr 18, 2016
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It may be very unusual, maybe try to find out what it is before painting or separating the pieces just to ensure that is what you want to do rather than restore? Its a very cool piece whatever you decide. Good luck!
Connie
on Apr 18, 2016
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By the water marks on wood, and copper lining, it was a planter. Coper was used alot for planter boxes before they started using tin for liners.
Margolynluvsu
on Apr 18, 2016
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It looks like an antique sink?
Rav4199709
on Apr 24, 2016
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What a stunning piece! A planter and side table, possibly designed to use between two chairs in a conservatory. Think two Victorian ladies doing their needlework and chatting.
Derry
on Apr 24, 2016
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Find out what it is before doing some thing to it. To me it looked like a baby bath with a change table.
LeeBlackish
on May 08, 2016
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I think it was a planter.
Katie Lloyd Mansfield
on May 08, 2016
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Definitely a planter. A professional may want to replace the veneer but it is not too bad. You can fill the missing areas with wood putty and stain it to blend. Then a good coat of varnish and you will be amazed. I would use it as a planter and it needs a wood support underneath the planter to support it. That part is easy. Your call but I would have a professional do it. It would be worth it. : )
IFortuna
on Aug 12, 2016
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