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Barber Chair: Books Worth Getting "The Barber Shop History & Antiques with price guide" ISBN 0-7643-0695-2 by Christian R. Jones "Barbershop Collectables and Price Guide" ISBN 0-89538-077-3. Try Collectorsbooks for a copy. Hope this helps. bob_lewis@agilent.com
I have been looking for a certain button made by La Mode. I have gone to several fabric and sewing stores and have bought the buttons that they have, but am having trouble getting the rest that I need to finish the garment that I am sewing. I cannot find the company online to ask them about this button. The company is La Mode and the button number is 75160 03766. If you could please give me any information regarding this company and how to contact them I would appreciate it. E-mail address is karengillette@msn.com. Thank you
I am looking for info on 2 dressers that have the Sweet and Comings name on them. Can anyone help? Thanks buddy353@yahoo.com
I have a Wm Rogers and Sons brass vase with leaf pattern. I cannot find anything they did in brass all research comes up with silver objects. Can anyone help me to find information on value? dne4@famvid.com
I've just come across a tea set which has the impressed mark "H & Co" on the bottom. On top of the mark is a crown. I've searched and searched, but can't find any similar mark in any books that I've come across. There are lots of crown marks, and a few "H & Co." marks, but none that combine the two. Any suggestions? ahawton@rep.scdsb.on.ca I have pictures of the tea set, if that'd help.
I came across a tea cup with a green "t" imprinted on the bottom with the word nippon under it, can anyone tell me what it means? johngirl5@adelphia.net Thank you.
1936 ford 3 window coupe that was for sale has a disconnected phone number ,still trying to contact him old phone was 515 295 5517.
Victorian antique banquet table, circa 1860, oval, solid mahogany, 6" heavily carved legs on casters, 5 feet wide, 5 leaves, opens to 14 feet long, sits 16 easily, crank opening, magnificent piece. Buy similar in England for 9200.00 pounds or from me for $9200.00 Canadian. Photo available. 6 solid mahogany balloon back chairs, turned front legs, original seats with new fabric, $550.00 Canadian each. Lise, info@hovel.com or call 519 942 8792
Hello, I'm Michel. I'm from France and am deseperaly looking for a propeller blade made in aluminum from DC3 or equivalent (similar size). Could you Help me? Thank you. Sincerly, Michel michel.durand.ermoval@wanadoo.fr
Hello,
Your web page looks very useful, so I was hoping you could possibly give me some advice. I've recently inherited several pieces of wooden furniture which previously had been stored in a house with no heating for about three years. With that in mind, I currently have all of the furniture in rooms with the heating also turned off, to keep the temperature and humidity approximately what it was, and plan to gradually bring the conditions to what they will be for the finished pieces (turning the heating up gradually, etc.) However, I am slightly concerned as many of the pieces have a musty smell inside the drawers/cabinets, and I'm wondering what the best method for removing this would be. as at the moment it rather makes many of the pieces unusable. Is this something which will fade as the pieces are brought up to a more normal house temperature, or do I need to take any sort of special action? There doesn't appear to be any kind of serious mildew or mold on any of the pieces.
Kris
Kris,
That smell is of biological activity on the surface and within the grain of the wood. The only way to permanently stop it is to wash (IMPORTANT: use a paintbrush, rubber gloves, and eye protection) with a very diluted (follow the instructions on the label) bleach/water solution. Repeat as necessary and follow up with a lemon oil treatment to replace the wood's natural oils.
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I am looking at a 1940's cedar chest made by F.B.M. of Hoboken, N.J. Does anyone know anything about this company? Thanks, Megan meryder1@yahoo.com
Wanted ! Antique Diamond Craft pots from circa 50's. The ones with the small "diamond" pattern on the surface. Thanks, Christie drewupp@crosslink.net
I just read the article about NOT refinishing antique furniture. Please excuse me for not being very informed, but I have a few questions for you. First of all, I will tell you the short story of why I am asking questions. My girlfriend and her father decided to refinish a rocking chair that I do not know the age. It had a dark finish on that we began to strip. Unfortunately the task was very difficult even with using stripper. There is still a good amount of finish on it. My question is, is there a better way to strip it now? Also, was it worth stripping? It is over 25 years old, but that is about all that I know. I just know that it was made before I was born. I could use your feedback. Thanks, Ryan Wantz
Ryan,
Most folks call anything more than 20 years old antiques although true antiques have to be at least 100 years old. The article refers only to true antiques. Your 25 year old rocker isn't really antique, it's just used furniture so go ahead and strip it. Unfortunately, there is no easy way to do the job so keep on using the stripper and lots of patient scraping. Make sure that you use eye protection and gloves.
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I am looking at a 1940's cedar chest made by F.B.M. of Hoboken, N.J. Does anyone know anything about this company? Thanks, Megan meryder1@yahoo.com
I got a boy and girl holding a bowl on their shoulders. It has Marwal on the bottom of it. I was wonder how much its worth?
I have a beautiful vase about 20 inches tall, very ornate with a handle on each side. Each handle is a beautiful maiden. Then there is a stand which looks like a pillar for the vase to sit on which is also very ornate which stands approximately 2 feet tall. They each have an oval symbol inscribed on them with the words "MARWAL IND INC" inside the oval. Can anyone give me any information on this manufacturer? Please respond to BOBLARGENT69@AOL.COM. Thank You.
I have just purchased a dinner set complete with teapot and cups. It ia stamped Handarbeit Bavaria Germany. It is 24 carat gold with a floral design on each piece. Can anybody give me any info on its value? Thanks Donita
I just received a "Waddell Bicycle Wheel" trade stimulator. It is in decent shape. It has new numbers and extra glass with it. One of the glass panels has "The Bicycle Discount Wheel" etched on it. It belonged to my late stepfather "Elmer Cummings" He was well known in the slot machine & antique gaming business before he died several years ago. I would like to restore it. Does anyone have any information about this type of machine? Any information at all would be helpful. E-mail address is: rwaddell@cox.net
I have a cream pitcher, sugar bowl, and an oval shaped tray marked Homan Plate, Nickel Silver, W. M. Mounts Company #0674. Can someone tell me the year they were made and the city. Is W. M. Mounts out of business? Thanks for your response. V. Clark cvic@lcc.net
I would like to buy a Koken President barber chair in good shape. My email address is mike.fleming@anheuser-busch.com or I can be reached at 314 577 2000
I picked up a sculpture of a bust of madonna and child. R Monti is enscribed on back also has a oval trademark. Any information on this item will be appreciated. Thank you.
I have an old Ice Cream Parlor stool made from a very heavy metal(Iron?). It has the foot pegs on the front and swivels. The casting has a very intricate design on the feet, foot pegs and seat back. Does anyone know the age, value or where I can find a second one for my bar. My e-mail address is sloansdre@aol.com.
I have a couple of chinese guardian statues which appear to be feng shui dogs. They are green with black and gold trimming. They were manufactured by Univ. Stat. Co. in 1964. They have serial numbers on them (929L and 929R, respectively). Each dog is sitting with one foot setting on a jar and they have have crests on their heads. Each dog has a different crest and a different jar. I picked them up at an estate sale and need information reguarding confiming their origin and authenticity and approxiate value. You can reach me at mrmakjr@yahoo.com
We are looking for information on a Buffalo sculpture from Marwal Ind. inc. and signed by Palma 66. Does anyone have any information about this item or the artist or the company? Please email us at ritarush@netscope.net
Help! I have looked everywhere for info on SNUFFY SMITH cast iron toy SPARK PLUG, the horse. Has original paint and is in excellent condition. Measures approx. 3" by 3". Would love to know the value. Thank you . Please reach me at marilynnavan@earthlink.net
What is the value of a WM Rogers Bros Carving set dated from 1847? I believe it is silver plated and consists of a big fork, large carving knife, and a big sharp "pick" of some sort. Carney@aol.com
I have a black female bust by Alexander Backer. Contact me at pmessex@jcn.net
Looking for information on L. Atkinson triple plate #325 sugar bowl (no lid) and a creamer that looks like triple plate but is only stamped 188 ( or 881) on the bottom. Please e-mail me at suenq@dejazzd.com Thanks!
looking for a 1941 Newton high school yearbook for my dad's 80th birthday. if you can help or have suggestions please email me uruku@cox.net.
I have an old donkey figurine that I bought at an estate sale. It is about 28-30 inches tall, has two panniers on it, and has a MARWAL . IND. INC mark on its belly. Do you know anything about it? Diana@sonoratx.net
Trying to find someone to appraise a large old 1800's brass bell with hanger. If you can help contact Spottail@knology.net
Hello:
I have an antique melodeon in black walnut,
and has a name printed in middle by and above Ivory keys. The name is
George Woods Co.. Boston. Was trying to find when co. existed as would be
fun to find out about how old it is. It has been in family many years, as
Great Aunt, who would be somewhat over hundred yrs. if still alive, used to
teach music. It must have been rather portable, as small. Wondering if anyone
could find info. or how to find it, as interested. Thank you,
Linnea Grnacre4@aol.com
For sale: dining table 1934 Danbury table - Charak Furniture Co. Bofton Mafs. selling price tbt please make offer!!!! please email me back magerg@bellsouth.net Garth F. Mager 772-466-3216 - 772-979-6568
I have a hand painted chocolate set, pot with lid, plate, cream and sugar. On the bottle it is stamped : VENICE pat. Dec 22: 1896 T&V LIMOGES FRANCE The colors are very vibrant reds, oranges, pinks, yellow, greens, and black trimmed in gold, and the design is roses. The handle on the pot is broken in two places and has been glued. The rest of the set is in perfect condition. Do you know its worth?
I have a James Beam whiskey decanter. On the bottom it says genuine regal china c. miller 1959 D334145.59 On the front of the decanter it reads 1859 oregon 1959 centennial. It is three dimensional with trees, mountains, fisherman a stream and a beaver. The label says, 4/5 quart 86 proof Beam 100 months old Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey distilled & bottled by james b. beam distilling co., inc. clermont*beam, kentucky. The back of the bottle is mountains and trees and it says 1859 oregon 1959 100 years. It had an oregon liquor control commission sticker on it #09536541 . Is this worth anything?
Thank you, Nancy alnance@teleport.com
I am new to antiques. Would any of you know anything about, Leroy Imp Paris LA MODE ILLUSTREE Bureux du Journal 56 Rue Jacob Paris Prints. I have two from when my mother pass away, are of I think are two French ladies in ovel frames with paper glued to the back. Both pictures have two ladies in them. I also have four 5 & 1/2" round solid brass hanging plates with pictures in the center front of people when they wore wigs. says on the back Made in England, solid brass, REG can't make out if its a number or a letter right next to the G. Hope some one can help. Judy jam@netins.net
I am looking for the name of a china pattern by H&C Selb Bavaria, Heinrich & Co.- white with pink roses intermittently around the edges (not a solid border). I have been told it is Chantilly but haven't been able to confirm. I have no idea of age of this set - my estimate might be 40-60 years old, maybe a little more. Thanks for any help. eajohnston@attbi.com
I have a 15" statue bust of the Virgin Mary holding Jesus. There is a copyright engraved stamp on the bottom of the bust: "Marwal IND. INC." Can anyone tell me something about this piece or the manufacturer?
My name is Terry Fletcher. I am a silver smith. I worked for Kirk-Stieff for 28 years until they were purchased by Lennox Corporation. Lennox subsequently closed the factory down. I worked for Lennox shortly thereafter until they fell on hard times. They sent me over sees to Malaysia several times but I could not continue the travel. I now have my own shop in Baltimore, Maryland and can be reached at 410 663-1500. I do silver repair and manufacture. I also do pewter work, but the expense is so great it is usually not worthwhile for a customer to have pewter repaired. Anyone having damaged or old silver they want to get rid of can call me, I may be able to help them out. Terry
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I recently acquired a honey finished Thonet bentwood rocker stamped THONET U 1 2. It is in good condition.
MARWAL IND.INC.DOES ANYONE HAVE ANY INFO?I CAN'T FIND ANYTHING ON IT.IT'S BEEN MONTHS OF SEARCHING AND I CAN'T GET ANYWHERE.SOMEONE HELP ME.
Please Help!! Desparately need schematic for Koken Barber Chair (1920) ,,,especially schematic of hydraulics. pofpaia@maui.net
what does a cartoosh look like
date feb,7,03 I recently purchased a barber chair made by the theo.a.koch company. i'm looking for info. about the company and specificly i need a seal for the hydralic oil resavoir. would apreceate any help. shadetre@radiks.net thank you.
S.K. Pierce and Son antique chair, anyone know anything about that particular company?
I have inherited my grandmother's dinning room set with includes: table and four chairs, buffet, and china cabinet. All are made of black lacker. The set was in the house they bought back in 1953. There are no marking of the date or manufacture of the furniture. On back of the china cabinet with is has an arched top is the following 2-28 the buffet has 1-25 on the back and nothing on the table or chairs......The set could of been from the 1920's but I am not sure of this fact. Could anybody tell me if these pieces were American made or another country. It has been suggested to me that it could be from Italy due to the black color....any help is welcome.... Thanks Nita dnembrey@swmail.net
Hi, I am trying to figure out how my antique oak vanity dresser would be classified. It has a very large curved mirror (hourglass shape), delicate 'claw' feet, two-drawers (top small - bottom large) w/ carving bottom center, and the front of the drawers are curved. It has I guess medium grain oak veneer. Thanks for any suggestions. TJP
would like to locate address for James R Beam, Kentucky, in order to find a decanter figurine of a train caboose style containing straight bourbon whiskey 150 months,750 (25.4 fl oz) and 80 proof. word GRANT and 1872 written on side of decanter. On the front of the train caboose shaped figu- rine is a number 197. This figurine is black and gold trimming. frog7forever@yahoo.com
I HAVE A SOFT COVER BOOK PUBLISHED IN 1944 BY BULOVA WATCH. IT IS CALLED "ITS TIME YOU KNEW" "STRANGE AND INTERESTING FACTS" BY LAURENCE. IT BASICALLY IS SIMILAR TO A RIPLEY'S BELIEVE IT OR NOT BOOK. THE INSIDE COVER WAS STAMPED FROM A JEWELRY SHOP IN NEW YORK. WAS THIS A PROMO ? DOES IT HAVE ANY VALUE? THANKS FOR ANY HELP, BILL. AMERICASGIFT@AOL.COM
Hi, I am very new to antiques and am trying to find lists of backstamps and what they mean specifically for Royal Dalton, any hints as to where I should look? Please reply to naomi.murchie@jcu.edu.au
I have just inherited a set of antique Limoge china, in excellent condition. With your assistance, I have found it to be French Limoge - Elite Works, pattern number LIM 103. There are dinner plates, dessert plates, serving dishes I believe. We have no idea what it is worth. We are trying first to search the WEB but we are having very little luck. Do you have a source where we can research and find out exactly what we have? Thank you for any assistance you may be able to give me. Dean & Melodie Hewer mhewer@cogeco.ca
I have a silverware table with an leather insert on top and would like to know how to clean it.
Ask for saddle soap or leather dressing at your local hardware, leather store or tack shop.
Hello, I am trying to find out the value of a set of silverplate that I believe to be from the early 50's that is stamped wm rogers and what looks like I S and the pattern is listed as Waverly. I have a set of twelve forks, salad forks, spoons, soup spoons, tea spoons, knives, and serving pieces. This belonged to my deceased husband and all pieces are in great condition, all in a wood silverware box with original papers. If anyone can give me the value or put me in touch with someone who does know, I would appreciate it very much. Marilyn Weaver e-mail mawpaw4@att.net
I have a Stickley replica sideboard in excellent condition that I am looking to sell. I can be contacted by email at Heidibisso@attbi.com for pictures or information.
I AM TRYING TO FIND THE VALUE OF A BARBER CHAIR I HAVE--IT HAS A PATENT DATE OF MAY 28, 1901---AND THE FOOTREST SAYS BERNINGHAUS CO.---CINCINATTI , O. ALSO HAS INITIALS OF KI---IT IS IN WORKING ORDER AND THE SEAT CAN BE RAISED AND THE CHAIR BACK LAYS DOWN WHEN THE LEVER IS WORKED.----IS CAST IRON--NO WOOD.THE HEADREST IS MISSING--IF ANYONE HAS ANY INFORMATION--PLEASE CONTACT ME--CAPTSLADY3@AOL.COM---THANKS
Date Feb 18, 2003 I have two chocolate pots that were my great great uncles, must be over 100 years old. One is marked E & R Germany. Most of relative on mothers side of German decent, came over to U.S. in late 1700's. Can anone help me to find info on these, or where to look. goofypm2000@yahoo.com
can anyone tell me the value of a cedar chest, needing some finishing on the outside, that is definitely over 100 years old.
I have an old bottle that my husband found while he was bottle digging. It is about a gallon or gallon and a half size, Theo A Kochs Company bottle. It is in excellant shape and very old. If there is anyone who knows about this please contact me at sasygrl1@aol.com Thank You very much.
I have a bayonete with the inscription d' armes de St Etienne dout 1881. There is also a serial a number. I am trying to research this and find out more about this piece. If you have any info please contact vayabori@aol.com.
I am looking at a wooden mission-esque style chair with the label SK Pierce and Sons. From Gardner Massachusetts. It is numbered but not dated. Can anyone help me get information about this chair and company? Thanks. dk31nyc@aol.com
I have a 1872 James Beam locomotive with the word GRANT written on the side. It is in the shape of a train caboose. The color is black and made of porcelain. The bottle is lying on one side to form the train caboose. There are wheels and a front to shape the caboose holding the bottle. Bourbon is still inside the bottle, proof and ml are also inclosed. E-mail: frog7forever@yahoo.com
Does anyone have an idea about the value of Roger Bros Eternally Yours flatware might go for per setting? Thanks Danielle daniellepwilks@hotmail.com
HI THERE, I WOULD LIKE TO HAVE SOME INFO ON AN ANTIQUE BARBER CHAIR THAT I HAVE IN WISCONSIN. IT IS BLACK LEATHER, AND FROM 1901, AND IN NEAR MINT CONDITION. PLEASE EMAIL ME ABOUT THE VALUE. THANKS, CURLYQCAROL
I have a 15" statue bust of the Virgin Mary holding Jesus. There is a copyright engraved stamp on the bottom of the bust: "Marwal IND. INC." Can anyone tell me something about this piece or the manufacturer? Pls. reply to : johnros@cox.net
I have obtained some Rosenthal dishes that I can't seem to find any info on. They are white w/ dark blue trim that has cold crosses within the blue trim. The edge of the plates have a some what "Apple" orchard indention around the edge. The stamp on the back is the green Rosenthal "X" mark and says SELB-BAVARIA. Written in red ink underneath the gloss is a written "D-" 1986 / 8589. If anyone has any info on these, please email me at alexkc44@hotmail.com
can you tell me about how much a complete set of courier&Ives Dishes would be worth ? in good cond. thank you,
I have a set of Limoges France-Elite Works dinnerware, possibly 1920'2-1940's. There is no pattern name or number but there are two emblems with S M and a picture of a Frenchman on them. One emblem is small and green the other is a little larger and red. The plates have a filligree border in a rust color. There are two scroll designs in blue and rust and two flower designs in rust, yellow and blue flowers with green leaves. I would appreciate any information I could get as to what the pattern is or where I might be able to find out about it. I am in search of replacing a few pieces. E-mail: jwbenz228@yahoo.com
I just bought a very small candy dish?? with a floral pattern and the T. Limoge stamp on the bottom. How do I know if it is really a Limoge piece?
hi.. I bought a old samovar, with this mark.. it has what appears to be a crest, with a lion on each side of a world globe..and marks or words in a banner at the top.. do you know whose it is? can't read the words thanks.. Barbara
Does anyone have any information on Marwal Industries Inc? I just bought a large Toucan figure and it was stamped with Marwal Ind Inc. I can be emailed at dmmkduck@msn.com Thank you, Mary
I have furniture that is marked "The Jefferson Woodworking Company Louisville, KY" - any idea if this company is still in business and how I can get ahold of them? Please email kjaaa@aol.com Thanks.
Homan Plate on Nickel Silver W M Mounts Hi, I have a set of 6 hammered wine goblets 015 And a Pitcher (Santi-tite 089) the lid is missing. If you find any information I would love to find out about this old set. I been searching for a year now trying to find info.. they been around in family for ever.. Thank you for any help you can supply me. thank you may contact me at Aricciardo@aol.com
Hi: I have my mothers china 12 place setting H&C HEINRICH, SELB BAVARIA GERMANY, #51 MY BROTHER IN- LAW GOT FOR MY MOTHER IN ABOUT 1951 WHILE STATIONED IN GERMANY. HOW CAN I GET REPLACEMENT PIECES OR CAN ANY ONE TELL ABOUT THIS CHINA THANKS ED
would anyone know how I could research a chair I just obtained ( age etc...)theirs a label that reads s.k.pierce and sos 115-117-119-fourth ave brooklyn n.y. model7239-4 and a crayon marking that reads 7239-5 please email me at Frostee57@hotmail.com Thank you Matt
I have found a complete set of prints by Courier & Ives. It is the american homestead collection. It is the seasons Summer _ Spring _ Fall -_Winter all four reflect an address of 125 Nassau St. New York I know they are at least 50 years old. fair shape framed.
Also; found on a beach in Norwalk Conn. about 25 yrs. ago it is broken but has beautiful stones in it. It has 4 sterling silver frogs with amethyst bug eyes ,it has 3 solid amethyst frogs and 1 solid amethyst face. the only markings are Speatling made in new mexico sterling can you help me find its value thanks. Can you help me find out their value. thank you
I have a statue which appears to be done in metal...It is of a man in a full armour suit - very ornately designed - It stands approx. 41 inches tall... He has a full face helmet like the knights of old used to wear - there is a sword at his side and in his other hand he holds a shield and has a cape draped over his arm. On the rear of one of his legs is a symbol - which appears to be a circle with a "c" in the center of it - followed by the words "MARWAL IND INC" and under that is "by B. MULE' " If anyone can help me identify the statue or even the company - I would appreciate any and all information - Email - LMURRAY21@aol.com
I have two vintage Victorian prints (probably oleographs)of women in fashion apparel. Both prints are behind glass and are framed in vintage wood oval frames. At the bottom of each print is the notation: "Leroy Imp. Paris," which (I am guessing) is the lithographer -- "Imp." probably stands for "Imprint," or an equivalent. I have searched the Internet for information, but so far I have found nothing significant. If you learn anything about "Leroy Imp. Paris," I would appreciate your contacting me at Jhmakarios@aol.com
Hello, I have service for 12 Haviland Limoge, Rani pattern with casseroles, cake plate with gold handles and l6 in. oval, 13 in. oval, 11 in. oval with wells. approximately 80 pieces. want to sell, contact me at LIZETHEL@aol.com...$300.00 start bid. beautiful blue bird pattern.
For sale, serious enquiries only: early 1900s Koken salesman's sample barber chair. Porcelain base, black leather seat, armrests, footrest, and back. Leather is intact and undamaged. Headrest is covered with a black fabric, and shows some wear. Armrest ends are dark wood. All metal is in good shape with a few chips here and there. Porcelain is in perfect condition, with no chips or other damage. Reclining mechanism works, and I believe the pump does also, but since there is no oil in it, I am unable to verify that. This beautiful and rare piece was givin to my grandmother by another relative down the line who worked as a barber supply salesman, so it has been in my family since it was new. If you follow Butterfields or any of the other big auction houses, you know what these pieces, when available, have sold for. I have digital photos available for Email to seriously interested buyers, and I also have a few 35mm photo packets available to send out. This item has a fair market value of between $12,000 and $20,000 dollars, and identical pieces have sold for as much as $40,000. I will entertain serious offers only. My name is James Spicer, and I can be reached by Email at Procop606@brightok.net or by phone at (580) 369-5311.
Looking for matching queen bed and nightstand for "Vintage" bedroom suite manufactured by Sweat-Comings. Please e-mail any info or leads. Thanks. lynnthib@adelphia.net
HI-I WANT TO BUY A STRAWBERRY SHORTCAKE TOYBOX, SHELF, AND BERRY HAPPY HOME. PLEASE CONTACT ME IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO SELL THESE ITEMS. DUMASIRELAND@AOL.COM
Need a back for an old 1910-1920's KOKEN barber chair! Pat Dorr osudorr@brightok.net
i have a set of haviland limoges from the 19th century- soup turreen(s) and bowls, fish bone plates, etc. the color is a pale blue--I need help with identifying the pattern and ascertaining values and consider finding buyer(s)--if there anyone out there who can help me with this ? I would like several opinions please! thank you ! Jane
I need to contact the William A. Rogers silver company about my silverplate. I purchased it awhile ago and kept it in a dry drawer in the case. I decided to bring it out and use it. It has been 3 weeks and it is in terrible shape. The silverware is pitting and after washing it develops a white film on some of the pieces. We are older, so it hasn't been abused. We don't know what is wrong and I can't find an address for the company. Can anyone help? Reply to Suzeq4@webtv.net Thank you very much for any information.
I have some Chairman Mao Zedong badges for sell. Anyone interested, please contact me at xshao@bellSouth.net. Thanks.
I Have a female ornate bust marked Marwal Ind.Inc. Can you tell me anything about this?Thanks Mamacdk@Yahoo.com
I have a Wm Rogers Silver Footed Pitcher with the number 817 on the bottom. Can you tell me the value? andrew@seidata.com
i have a fairly old coffee table that i think was made in vermont (wooden). There used to be a metal tag on the underside that said the manufacturer's name on it, but that has been lost. I am fairly sure the name started with a C and it is driving me nuts! Any help would be appreciated!
The Ferguson Brothers Manufacturing Company made furniture in Hoboken, NJ from 1898 - 1953. They were family owned until being bought in 1953 by Sun-Glo Industries. At this time the company was moved west to Virginia. I have a table made by this company with markings stating No. 2772 made by FBM Co in Hoboken, NJ. This information was provided by Hoboken Local Library. Hope this helps.
I have a Table with a metal tag in the drawer. It looks like a TJ overlapping, with Co. over that. Any Ideas what company this might be?? Thanks Richard rw1rw@aol.com
We have an old antique, solid lead with gold plated artifact from an old church in Menominee, WI handed down from my husbands grandmother. We can barely read a note she has in the bag, which says "9'toy sick call". We have no idea what that means. It looks like it came from a Catholic church. Would anyone know what this might be & how to find out what it's worth? Thank you
I recently acquired a set of hand carved wooden animals. They are 100 years old or older. They were never varnished or finished in any way and have become very dry. How can I treat them to preserve them and not detract from their value? Please email me at alicew@juno.com. Thanks.
Coat them with lemon oil. A.A.
Hi- I have a lacquer finished bedroom set which I want to have refinished. I cannot find anyone around here in Danbury to do the job. Do you know of anyone that does this kind of work. It was a custom made set which is a contemporary look, which I still like very much. It has gotten chipped and scratched. I just want to have it restored to its original look. Any suggestions?
Many years ago we inherited a set of 8 dishes and 8 mugs which appear to be the Antigue French majolica Rabbit Plates which appeared on Antiques Roadshow,however they do not have the same imprints on the back as those. They are stamped Higgins & Seiter New York Patented Dec 4 1900. What function did this company play. Were they an authorized dealer for these or not. Thank you for your input.Francisjhfmsf@aol.com
I have a tea cart with a gold platted tag with the number 4245. Also FBM CO, Hoboken NJ. I'm trying to get information on it. If anyone can help e-mail me deb957@msn.com
I have a Koken Barber Chair 1928-1930. I need help with hydraulics. Can anyone help? thanks, Jeff
I have a budda which I know my grandparents bought on one of their many travels. He stands about 15 inches tall, is red with a gold necklace and seems to be made of a pottery of sorts. On the bottom is an oval stamp which reads MARWAL IND INC. If anyone has any information on where, when etc this may have been from or the value it would be greatly appriciated. Or, where I may go to find this information. Thank you. Please e-mail me at stacy_pinion18@yahoo.com
Does anyone know if there is a place to post articles to buy or sell in central Ohio? sjfsjfischer@juno.com
I have a early 60's Emil J Paidar Co. barber chair. It's dull orange with full reclining working condition Head rest very good Missing back cover. Ashtray in both arms. Flip over foot rest,material on one side brush aluminem. Would like any info. Thank You
Can anyone tell me the approximate age of Baronet china Carmen pattern Made in Bohemia Czech? Sandy wright Turfpro1234@yahoo.com
I am looking for information on the hydraulics for my 1929 Koken Barber Chair. If you can help please email me at jfab873@aol.com
I have a wood rocking chair made by Karpen Bros. Chicago. It is in good condition, it is not upholstered. Can anyone give me an idea of what it might be worth? Thanks! fieldsl@benetechusa.com
I have a Duncan Phyfe style 1940s mahogany dining set, with a bow front buffet, china cabinet and six chairs with seat and back both upholstered. Does anyone know what it is worth? Rachel
I have acquired a painting by an artist named Leisz. It appears to be a watercolor. Can someone give me some info on this artist? Value? Thanks. Gloria, contact bruumjocki@juno.com
I have a service for six of silverware marked 1847 Roger XS. I am not sure of the pattern's name. Is there a place where I can see the different patterns? I have knives, forks, soup spoons, teaspoons and a butter knife and sugar spoon. Also, would you know the approximate value? Thanks!
i have a sewing machine that is great shape and working order in wooden cabnit the plate on the side of says singer a century of sewing service 1851-1951 is there sum value to it . lpbahl@pen.com
I am looking for Soup Bowls by Courrier and Ives.
Hello: I just purchased 100 year old china that has a pattern. I love it but it has some brown spots. Is there any safe way to remove the spots? I don't care that their grazed(?) or have that crackle look to them. But I'd like to try and remove the spots if I can do it without weakening the dishes or ruining the pattern. Any info would be greatly appreciated. I also have a cup thats got a hairline fracture in it, could I put this in boiling milk, some of the pieces sound kind of hollow(mostly the ones with cracks in them)should I put all of the set in milk to strenghten it? Please advise. Thank you, Debbie
Wish to Sell: Kalamazoo cast iron wood/gas kitchen stove. Excellent condition. light peach/beige color with top shelf. Boston, MA vicinity--at ground level. Buyer must arrange for delivery. Contact email: DL5353@aol.com. Can email photos.
I own my mothers complete set for 8 of the Rogers Brothers Eternally Yous Pattern form 1944. It has the original wood box that is lined and carries a International Silver Certificate for the case being tranish proff. This is teh 1847 Rogers Bros. It is a beautiful pattern that I grew up with and have used since a small child and I was born in 1947 and am now 56 years old. Does anyone know what the value would be on todays market. It is incredible condition and was extermly well taken care of. No marks no dents just as beautiful as when first purchased by ny Father. Email me at nauvooarts_council@Yahoo.com Dustin
have a belmont barber chair wondring how old it might be inspection date is 91203,, thanks rblang@shaw.ca
i am trying to find out information about a statue my mother purchased when she was 15 she is now 53 but she had bought this statue at an antiques store it is an i believe 34 inch statue of an asian princess she is solid brown with a turqouise painted gem on her forehead one hand is up next to her face and the other is down both hands are thumb and finger together as if praying she lookas hand sculpted and it also has the marwal stamp at the base it is about 9 inches from the bottom of the statue i would love to find out more info about this if you can help me contact me at witchmom@bellsouth.net thank you my name is daniel
I have two statues, 19" tall, one is a bearded fisherman holding a sack over his shoulder, knee high boots, winter coat on, with a basket of fish next to his left leg. The other statue is a female, with a hat that has the ties hanging down to her shoulders. She is holding a platter of fish on her right hip, over her left shoulder she has draped a long shawl or fish net, she is bare footed, has a long sleeved blouse on with three buttons. Both statues seems to have a tree stump in back of them. The oval emblem on these statues says: (IN THE OVAL AT TOP) MARVAL (BOTTOM OF OVAL) IND.INC, in the center of the oval is a "C" in a circle. I would appreciate any information on these statues. Thank you, Marie MMETHENY@ICEWEB.NET
Dose anyone know where Marwal were located or if they are still in operation ? Donna
dear sir i wish to find some pieces of rosenthal china fine white background with 5 mil gold embossed rim cups are straight sided no pedestal underneath simply inblue rosenthal selb bavaria with nos
I recently purchased an odd little "serving" table. It has a sticker on the back that says: The Joerns Brothers Furniture Co., Stevens Point, Wisconsin. Can anyone tell me anything about this, or how to find out more about it? Thanks for your help. JD
Heywood-Wakefield late 20's or early 30's rocker. Walnut, 3 spindle back, gracefully turned arms, turning outwards at the hand part - - short and square, about 31" high - - 2 crosspieces on back, one above and one below spindles. Has paper label black printed on orengey gold, label has in script Heywood-Wakefield Co., and underneath, reg.u.s. patent ofc., has cutout hand hold like a stylized tulip with 3 petals. Any info. re date of manufacture , and/or value very gratefully received. I have restored it to a degree, I don't want to destroy the wear marks - am rehupholstering - e - mail me at leo1@teleport.com or comment at site. Have done prolific web searches and not found one like it.
WANTED: PAINTINGS I am very interested in purchasing works by BEN AUSTRIAN, C.H.SHEARER, F.D.DEVLAN, J.H.RASER, E.S.REESER, MARY LEISZ, FREDERICK SPANG, and other artists from Berks County, PA. I also am interested in paintings from Bucks County, Lehigh County, Chester County, and artists from the Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts, e.g. W.E.BAUM, REDFIELD, SOTTER, COPPEDGE, GEORGE COPE,and others. I offer a quick confidential response and immediate payment. Thank you. My email address is greshville@aol.com.
ANY INFORMATION IS APPRECIATED: I have a vintage barber chair made by Theo A Kochs Company Chicago. It is in excellent condition. Can anyone supply any information to let me know how old this chair might be, any history regarding this company, and how much the chair could be worth? Thanks, Lona Email me at: SEAMUNKY06@AOL.COM
Hello, I have a Theo A Kochs barber chair, and I'm trying to find any information on it that I can. I want to restore it to as close to original as I can,but I can't find any information on it. Any help would be appreciated.Email @ bndwright@rogers.com Thanks.
I would like to know the name of the pattern of my antigue dinner service plain white background with a 5 mil.gold embossed rim. the cups are straight sided no pedestal at all.the markings on bottom rosenthal selb bawaria. age circa 1920. i woud be for ever grateful if you could help me as i would also like to find some extra items in the same pattern. yours truly, Tom Globan
Hi, I have an antique Mug that was given to my grandparents from an antique shop owner many many years ago. I know nothing about this Mug and was hoping that maybe someone reading this might. It's a small mug, maybe 2 1/2 - 3 inches high. It has a picture of 2 little boys, dressed as horseracing jockeys and they are riding rocking horses. There is a phrase around the picture that says " A Close Finish " There is a picture of the sky in the background. On the Bottom of the mug, it is stamped in the middle "Germany" and right under that is the number 233. Not sure what any of it means, just guessing that the number might be part of a set. If anyone has any information they can give me, please write me at XxXxLittleExXxX@aol.com It would be greatly appreciated! Thx
I need some info on some porcelain I have recently bought, I have two miniature plates with impressionist scenes and gold trim they are Kuba Porzellan stamped bavaria germany, I also have a teacup from Norleans Japan, stamped july butterfly, with the original silver tag in it, I have a cup and saucer set from occupied japan, it has a scene of a woman in a blue kimono, with blue orange, and yellow backdrop colors, I also have two small ashtrays with a crest on the front that says Muncken or Munchen and stamped on the back handgemalt bavaria thanks
can someone help me identify the manufacture in Germany that used a pyrmid with what appears to be a crown inside of it. this symbol is on a earthenware jar like piece.... the mouth is about three inches across and the jar is about three inces tall... it depicts three scenes..first is two gents with the bavarian hats and feathers looking on in profile position and the second is one of the gents standing behind what seems to be a bar maid squeezing her left breast... the third picture is the other gent in like position.. all depictions are raised and very colorful with a glazed finish..the inside of the jar is also glazed.....the background for the pictures is a very deep cobalt blue... the top rim of the jar has a metal ring pressed on it..... the bottom is inscribed with made in germany and the pyrmid with a crown in side.... i can only say as for the dat that it was brought back from germany 1939 and kept my my grandfather for all this time. thanks for reading any messages can be sent to gfritsch@cinergy.com
LOOKING FOR A ROSENTHAL MEISSEN FLOWER GREEN CHINA PIECES CONTACT ME IF YOU HAVE ANY VERY INTERESTED~!!!!!!!!! HAWKLINE@ADELPHIA.NET THANK YOU!!!!!
I have a rosewood melodeon which was given to my grandmother, around 1905, when she was a child. It is about 54 inches long, and about 24" deep. The name on it says "New Haven Melodeon Co." I have been unable to learn anything about this company and would like a good guess as to the age of the intrument. Anyone have any ideas? email me at smulkearns@aol.com.
looking for a vintage non motorized 1960's dentist chair to purchase. Please email photos to askidmore@ec.rr.co Thanksyou. - Droo
I have a Wm. Rogers & Sons silver ice bucket #3027 that has rubber seal between the silver bucket and the glass interior. The rubber seal has broken down and needs replacement. Where can I find the seal.
I have a Koken barber chair made of oak and brass. The Koken plate says the hydraulic system was patented on October 22, 1895. The pedestal has four legs at 90 degrees. Can anyone give me any information on when the chair was made? aquartz@aol.com
Please help me date and price my Thonet bentwood rocker!! It has a Z 4 mark. mardom@t-online.de
I am looking for 2 - 4 cherry roseback chairs with upholstered seats (dining room chairs). They have a very ornate rose carved top. I cannot find a name on any of the chairs. I do know however that they are not Willett or Tell City brand. If you know of any of these chairs, please contact me at: jkevinstrader@excite.com Thank you!
I have a kidney shaped writting desk that i believe is 18th century I would like to know where i can get an estimate or at least someone that could tell me something about it, I have had it for approx. 10 years. I am looking to sale it once I know its value. if you can help please contact me Tammy spankmeimbad@msn.com thanx.
Just purchased a Emil J. Paidar barber chair (in pieces) round seat and back plus a Paidar message chair. Both old style porcelain bases with lifts. Would appreciate any help in obtaining parts and interested in value and possible sale. Thanks for your help!
I have a couple of plates that are hand painted with a signature of L. Refentin on the back. They are marked Haviland France. Any idea on the value? I would say they are about 9" in diameter. I also have a large dinner size plate with no marks that is also hand painted. Thanks, Nancy W.
I have a Tell City armed straight chair with a (looks like velvet) seat. It was probably made in the 1940's. The bottom of the chair says Pattern=4353, Fabric=black & gold, Cover=153. I want to pitch it, but my wife thinks it is valuable. Would someone please help us. shelbymasher@yahoo.com
Hi World, I have a Marwal Ind Inc. by Grower dated 1966. It is a bust of a Bullfighter about 12-14 inches tall It is a lovely piece of pottery. I need information on the company and the piece. Thanks! My E-mail address is juliusfrancis64@hotmail.com
I have what a slant front desk that has three drawers; two 7" and the other 5". It stands about 38" high and is 29" wide. Opening the desk top reveals five equally sized square slots above three shorter, but wider slots. The middle slot has a small drawer. The desk has four ball and claw feet. The claws are two in number for each leg. The ball and claw design is only on the front of each leg. The sides follow the outline of the design, but is not destinguishable as a ball and claw. The back of the leg is smoth. There are no readable marks on it. It appears to have been refinished by someone who simply tried to restain over the original finish. It is structurally sound. I bought it for $15.00 at a yard sale. I do not know anything about collecting antiques. I simply buy what appeals to me and enjoy making something ugly pretty again. I enjoy working with wood furniture, but am definitely a green horn. I plan on re-finishing this desk. I would like to know what this desk might be and where I might find more information about it. Also, any tips on how tips on how to re-finish the desk would be very welcomed. Respectfully, Pete prjb@prodigy.net
I FOUND A DRESSING TABLE/VANTIY & NITE STAND AT A THRIFT STORE, VANITY HAS THREE DREWERS ON EACH SIDE, ONE IN CENTER, IT'S STAMPED THOMASVILLE CHAIR COMPANY 1949, I'D LIKE TO REFINISH IT BUT DON'T KNOW WHAT KIND OF WOOD WAS USED? SHOULD I STAIN IT OR PAINT IT? THANK YOU CARMELLA
i found old art by marcel le boulte called the daisies tell is it worth anything?e-mail dlink0@shaw.ca
I have just been handed down an old Singer Sewing machine with cabinet and stool. It is in excellent condition, and the artistry on the machine is incerdible. It also has several attachments in their original boxes. I am looking to sell it, and want to know what it is worth. Anything over $100, and it would be sold. Please reply to masmeyers@hotmail.com
CAN ANYONE IDENTIFY A FIGURE OF A PAPERBOY STANDING BY A DRINKING WATER FOUNTAIN IN ALMOST LLADRO COLOURS MORE THAN 30 YEARS OLD I.D. ON BOTTOM PORCELANAS MIQUEL REQUENA S.A. CUART DE POBLET THEN A SYMBOL LIKE A F WITH A E JOINED IN THE MIDDLE. VALANCIA MADE IN SPAIN Em.sterry@btinternet.com
I have a hand painted china tea set. 4 cups,saucers,cream & sugar pieces. On the back of the saucers reads:"Leffor China, Hand Painted with the crest of a heart shape & a cross at the top. there are also these letters/numbers SL4179. I would like to know the pattern name, age, and approx. value. Any info. would be greatly appreciated. Please contact me @ renosuzan78@hotmail.com
I am trying to find information about a set of china which is haviland porcelain which has been coated with stirling silver (ie. the entire surface that you view on each piece is silver). In addition to Johann Haviland, various pieces are marked "RW (or maybe PW) Bavaria" or with a word that appears to be "Arboico" or "Arvosio". They also say "Dekor Fein silber" which I translate as decorated with fine silver (makes sense). In addition to manufacturing info, I'm trying to find out how to care for them --- they are tarnished. Thanks --- Nancy
4-30-2003 I just inherited a full set of dishes. The writing on the back is ELITE L FRANCE. Also, Elite Works, a crest with the letters S M, Limoges France. I would like to know how old they are and what they are worth. You can e-mail me at: mohrmk@dwave.net Thank You Sue
I am trying to find out if the Kalamazoo Stove Co. Kalamazoo, Mich. is still in business? I have just bought a Kalamazoo Pride #250. It needs a new metal container that catch's the ashes. Other wise it is in good shape. Does any one know if this business still exist? Thank you for any help anyone can give me. Maryann My email is gillie@fmis.net
I found art by marcel le boulte called "the daisies tell" is it worth anything? last time i left the wrong e-mail address. the right one is dlink@shaw.ca sorry about the mistake.
I bought a Marwal Ind. giraffe in 1976, approximately 2 1/2 feet tall and the finish is cracking and chipping. How do I repair it? What is it made out of? What modern day materials can I use? steinbachcj@aol.com
I also have a Roger Smith Eternally Yours Im trying to get a value Art
I am looking for a 1927 Emil J Paidar Barber Chair Green & Cream Color Scheme? Adding a 4th chair to my barber shop and want the chairs to match. Any information on Paidar Barber Chairs would be helpful. Please contact me via email mdmmrwise@msn.com Thank You
Hi i have 2 pieces of china marked johann haviland in green writing it also has a crown and under the crown it says bavaria gremany can you please give me some info on these pieces thanks
Information or routing to information of China, Hallmark Crown, H&Co.,SELB, Bavaria. White with band 1" wide small pink roses and green leaves. Trim is gold. Any help?? Thanks Contact hedgehog@hemc.net
I purchased some china at an estate sale but have not had any luck identifying the manufacturer or the pattern. Maybe someone can help me identify it. It is an ivory band with off white in the center. In the center of the off white is a beautiful painted group of three flowers (a pink rose, a purple pansy and a yellow daisy?) The outside rim and separating the ivory and off white is a rim of 22k gold. The back of the plate is labeled LINDA 22kt Gold USA I have searched everywhere. Any ideas? Joanne
Curiosity has me seeking possible price on 6x6 frame from Sungott Art Studios NY containing genuine porcelain , delicately painted 24 kt gold picture of Courier & Ives "Homestead n Winter" print..Any possible help our there?
i have a beninghaus barber chair, porceilain and chrome . chrome needs restoration .early 1900 maybe older. i'm interested in finding its worth and possibly selling it. it has a manufacture tag under the seat #526 73884 or 13884 chair #26902 .can you help me? thanks mak please e-mail to: makmcclellan@aol.com
May 6, 2003 I have been searching for someone who can repair my Kirk pewter bracelet it snapped in the middle my mom gave it to me years ago and I would like to repair it can you help? lmerenyi@spiritone.com
looking for Haviland China - Frontenac looking for mahogany period furniture - Duncan Phyfe of Sheraton - china hutch, secretary, pair of round side tables email: juarezb@esuhsd.org
information on Johann Haviland china made in Bavaria, Germany. My set was purchased in 1957. Patti Davis @ davisonemc@aol.com
I have an ornate antique coal stove that I would like information on: It has "RICHMOND" cast across the top front with "12" cast above the name. On the rear base it has the cast, "SOUTHERN STOVE WORKS, RICHMOND, VA." There are swans cast on all 3 sides and the top and lots of spiral leaf patterns. The single burner on top is covered by an ornate tall cover with curling wrought iron ornaments. If you can help my curiosity mail me at kierskipper@msn.com
Hello! I am looking to purchase any pieces of Noritake Dresdena no# pattern, made during the 1930's. santas4j@aol.com
I have a rocking chair that was purchased at a flea market and it was made by the Karpen furniture in Chicago. I know think that they have since went out of business. I am wondering if there is anyway to date the chair, it seems to be much older as the stuffing in the chair was horse hair or something similar. Any help I can receive would be great.I can be reached at hanley1990@attbi.com
Could someone help me with info about a pair of extremely ornate Wm Rogers & Son candelabra? Silverplate. At least 60 years old, maybe older. thanks Marisme0528@hotmail.com
trying to identify mark of AC surrounded by box on bottom of engraved glasses--engraved with various birds. Any knowledge of this would be appreciated. elinorsamson@yahoo.com.
My husband's Thonet Brother's Rocker which he has had for 25 years squeeks so much that I can't sit in the same room with him - being the constant rocker he is. Is there a way someone can take the squeeks out? Thank you, luburke@earthlink.net
I acquired an old set of china and was wondering if anyone could tell me anything about the set??? Manufacturer: (crown)H & Co, Selb Bavaria, Heinrich & Co. (this is on the bottom) Pattern: #40 (the trim starts like this working in to the center) Gold line around rim, then a blue and black box trim with diamonds in the boxes, then a gold geometrical trim on a cream background, then small pink flowers and green leaves on pink ribbons on a cream background, then a gold line and then a white center. E-mail address: robin99_02@hotmail.com
I bought a plate at a tag sale. It had the symbol H&C with a crown painted on it. But also under that it said selb bavaria and henrich and co. And it is also 22 carat gold, as it says on the bottom. Can you help me find the origin of this plate and the value?
I have just acquired a plate that has the words golden rose on the bottom. It also says royal Chelsea, English bone china. And it is made in England.
I have a sterling silver tea pot with #800 on bottom, creamer, sugar and tray. these are w.m. rogers, could you please let me know what they are worth and the approximate age of setting. my email address is kptpack@hotmail.com thanking you in advance.
Could someone please point me in right direction? I have a few pieces of Rosenthal Selb Bavaria china Rosenthal name is split with a V & the crown above it - dishes are white with gold trim around edge with a secondary trim of navy blue with what looks like gold flowers on top of the navy. The dishes are also stamped with a #83 on them. Any help would be very much appreciated. Please email me at wpandrews10@hotmail.com. Thank you.
I have a cupbord with a tin tags that has the word "sellers" on the inside. How old?? My email is "sharonmay7@hotmail.com".............thanks
Hi; My name is Kamran and I am from Pakistan, I have an Old Antique Gun for sale of which photographs I have attached with this mail, please let me know if you need any further information regarding this GUN. The information engraved on the GUN is as follows Maffi-Army GLARDONF VT (GM) 220 PSF FINITO MADE IN ITALY
I have a Royal Dalton Tea Pot with the following inscription on the bottom: Made in England Croc.. A Lion Crest and letter A Number 30 pressed into it. Can someone tell me anything about this and the value if any in it? My Email is dttaylor@optusnet.com
I have a sevice for 8 of Wm.Rogers silverplate flateware. I have a certificate of guarantee with the discription that it is made with extra overlaid reinforcing silver at point of greatest wear. Any idea of its value? I also have a service ofr 8 of 1847 Rogers Bros. flatwear. I'm wondering if it is sterling because it has not tarnished since I have had it...13 years. The gravy ladle seems to indicate the pattern name is 'First Love". Any idea on the value of this set? Also, I have China from Haviland & Co. with a stamp on it including France and Limoges. Any info on this? Thank You. Leiann
Need information on assyrian? type folding chair with removable back rest. This piece has mother of pearl inlays and I am not too sure of what wood it is made of. I have only seen one other like it in 15 years and it was on a TV show in an antique mall in the late 80's. If there is anyone who can help please do, dsr@advertisnet.com
Information needed on a vase - stamped on the bottom 2020 - some sort of medallion type oval pictures on vase one has Franz.I.G. AUSTRIALE IMPERATOR and another medallion has M.TNERESIA.D.G R.IMP.HU.BO.REG. and has an S.F. at the bottom of the oval. Please contact me at juswookin@aol.com Thanks.
I HAVE A BUTTER PAT DISH MARKED HANDARBEIT. IT IS A LADY THAT IS BLUE, CREAM AND BROWN. SHE HAS BROWN DOTS ON HER HEAD AND A BLUE TIE AROUND HER NECK THAT IS TIED IN A BOW. THERE IS ALSO A MARKING ON THE BOTTOM WITH A TEAPOT WITH DANA IN THE CENTER OF THE TEAPOT. IF YOU CAN HELP WITH THE VALUE OF THIS ITEM, PLEASE CONTACT ME AT IKM122@HOTMAIL.COM. THANKS.
I have a cup (& saucer) with a stamp on the bottom saying; Royal Bavarian China P.M. 8 and under the stamp is the word Germany. It is numbered 36 in gold. Inside the cup is a ??? shield ??? to protect the user from getting burned with hot liquid is what I'm thinking it's for, but don't really know. Anyone with any thoughts or suggestions as to where I could get info on this?? It has a Victorian woman holding flowers and what appears to have been gold trim on the rim of the cup but is worn away in places. e-mail me at: lookinginca@hotmail Thanks
Would like value of a Martha Washington Jim Beam Bi-centenial plate botttle A5662 - Reg. card on bottle ky-drb-236 - Gen. Regal China 1975 - c miller #647293225
I accidently spilled Clorox bleach on four pieces of my sterling silver flatware. Tarnish-looking spots appeared which I've tried everything to remove--toothpaste, baking soda, traditional silver polish, lemon. Nothing works. I'm heartbroken. The silver was a wedding gift 25 years ago. It's English ribbed rat tail pattern. And absolutely beautiful. I use it every day. Can you give me any suggestions for the stain removal? Thank you. JoEllen Weiss email: jgweiss@ameritech.net
I noticed several questions that were submitted for Marwal Statues. I possess a mother and infant statue (signed A. Santine) and would like to know its value. If anyone has any information on Marwal,Inc. statuettes I would truly appreciate more information on the manufacturer and the statue I own. thanks hornz_1@yahoo.com
I have a dinnerware set and I can't figure out who the maker is??!!! can anyone help??? it consists of 26 pieces, 8 plates, 8 soup plates, 8 salad plates, gravy boat attached to the saucer underneath, a vegetable bowl, 3 small oval platters, I medium size platter and 1 large platter. I am not sure if any pieces are missing...??? the color overall is cream with dark pink/light pink/white roses with yellow and blue daisies and some green sprigs of something surrounding the rose. this pattern continues around each piece at the top as well as a light blue scrolling type of design with yellow accents. there is a thin gold line followed by a thick bluish/purple line followed by another gold line of medium width all around the top edge of each piece. the edges of the porcelain are in a scroll type pattern also. on the bottom of each piece is a gold crown with a cross on top, exactly like the of crown derby porcelain, but without the swords, and the word handgemalt. on 3 different pieces though, the crown and the word are in a bluish/purple color, and it looks like it is over the gold color. also, I finally found another mark on the square round vegetable bowl...the #'s 34.R830 are imprinted on the bottom with no color except of the porcelain itself (cream) my grandma purchased this in Germany, and was told that the factory closed in 1935. that is all the information that I have...please help me if you have any related info, I would greatly appreciate it!!! thank you...Tara
hi I have a barber chair is says on it F&F Koenigkramer reliance. I would like information on this if anyone has anything. I found the company but no pictures or how much it is worth. please email me at jcooney@inovion.com thank you. I would like any information.
I have a Emil J. Paidar and a Koch's barber chairs that need to be repaired. Please contact me if there is anyone out there that repairs these older model chairs at chianab@yohoo.com.
I have a blonde duncan fife kitchenette with four chairs from the 1940s, does anyone know its value? fritzie0616@aol.com
Hi I live in North Carolina and acquired 2 victorian chairs. one masculine and one feminine. they hace the original S.Karpen @ Bros. stickers on the bottom. they are in great condition with original victorian style upholstery.would like to know more about them and the worth along with the company. Thanks, Patrice Robinson
I have a 10 inch pale yellow plate, it has vivid blue leaf shapes at intervals around the outside of it, there are five double leaves actually. The blue almost shows up through the back of the plate as if the plate had thinned in those certain areas. There is also some marks on the back of the plate, some look like its been stood on something when it was fired, ( indentations,), the other mark is an equals sign with the number 43 by it. Can anyone please tell me anything about it at all. thanks. Nunchakapakalu@ntlworld.com
We inherited a drop leaf table with a lable stating" Hand made Charak Furniture Co. Bofs, Mafs 1947 #4702". Anything you can tell us about the provenance or value would be appreciated. Thank you.
I purchased a plate at a yard sale many years ago for under a dollar. The back of the plate says Elite Works Limoges France, and that it is hand painted. The plate itself is painted with four pink flowers and the rim is painted in gold. Does anyone have any information about this plate or the value of it? Please leave message at sbelanger2003@hotmail.com
I have some hand-painted toy wooden furniture with the label "Handgemalt" on the back. It was given to me as a child during the 1940's. I was wondering if anyone had any information on the company or its value. Thank you for any information you could give me. kona@onperfect.com
June 1, 2003 I have a tea set left to me by my aunt, I am seeking information on it. The set consists of 6 sandwich plates, saucers, cups, sugar w/lid, creamer, and teapot w/lid. All in perfect condition. On the bottom of the teapot is a triangle with PK inside, under the triangle is the word UNITY surrounded by the word GERMANY, under that is the number 217. Also etched in the china on the bottom of the teapot are the numbers 505/1. The colors are orange with roses in yellow and red with green leaves
For Sale: 13 of the 14 Wizard of Oz books circa 1904 to 1929. How can they be appraised for value?
RE: Victorian Karpen chairs - Karpen Bros. in Chicago 1880-1952, bought out by Schnadig Corp. Have seen Karpen items go pretty high in value.
What year was A Bulova Man's watch made which is numbered B554988? and also Bulova LS or L6??
L6 is the Bulova date code for 1956.
I am looking to find the value of my dining room table and chairs. They are Duncan Phyfe, Warfield, patented Feb 23, 1937. Any ideas. Please e-mail - Thank you - eastman123@aol.com
I have a beautiful Bavaria dinnerware set I recently bought at an estate sale. I have been searching the internet for information on it and have come up with little information. What I have come up with is the pattern number and the description of it. The set is in perfect condition, having no cracks, chips or nicks. On the bottom of each item contains: Crown Heiden Bavaria in green print with the crown logo and a number as it relates to each item. The pattern number is: CWH7 by Crown Heiden (CWHCWH7) Description: pink/gray flowers, rim, gold trim and the edges are scalloped. I believed to be a complete set containing: 12 dinner plates, 12 salad bowls, 12 teacups and 12 saucers, 12 desert plates?(smaller than the dinner plates), 12 icecream bowls?(smaller than the salad bowls), 3 oblong platters-each smaller than the previous, 1 gravy boat, 1 teapot with cover. What I am looking for is; the history of these items, where it was produced and by who, the years they may have been manufactured, and how much it possibly is worth. lconway_37@hotmail.com
Wanted: 2 or more (up to 6) Cushman (H.T. Cushman, Cushman Colonial, Cushman Creations) chairs. Typically have a Cushman metal tag or numbers marked on the underside. Made in 1930s through the 1950s. Seeking styles that have chair legs with no turnings or carving, just straight legs set at an angle to the seat (also known as splay legged styles). Would greatly appreciate any leads or offers to sell. Thank you for your time. Bob D. in NC and Ohio. grandpabop@htdconnect.com
I have recently acquired a 1950's chrome and vinyl dinette set made by Virtue Brothers of California, Virtue Bros. Mfg. Co. The vinyl chair seats and back will need to be restored --- does anyone have any information on this manufacturer in California? Table is charcoal grey and white with two addition leaves -- 6 chairs. Thanks for any info. tthaxton@houston.rr.com
I have a Jardiniere vase & pedestal. The markings on the bottom are 6627 XVI EICHWALD - So far I have found it could be pre-1891 Bohemian porcelain. I would appreciate finding a value on this. If anyone could help me to find an appraisal on this I would appreciate it.
I am looking for some 1895 hotel silverware that was imprinted with the word "Windsor" or "Windsor Hotel". I do not know if it had a design or not. My email is: ghertel@pld.com
I have a Theo Kochs carved wooden barber chair. It has two carved lions on each side of the seat and a wooden scroll back. All parts are present and in working condition. I would like to know when it was manufactured and the aprox. value. I have never seen anythibg like it on the web. Ken Attenhofer kattenhofer@earthlink.net
I have a Kundo 400 Day Anniversary Clock And Am Looking For A Key For It. I Believe That It Is A # 10 Key. I Have A Box Of About A Dozen For All My Clocks But, Nothing Fits. duell@frontiernet.net
Just purchased oak push button chair, mfg, Royal Chair Co. Sturgis, Michigan. Appreciate history, value, where I can sell and especially, what was chair covered in originally. Am planning on recovering in black vinyl Clark King, Memphis, TN clarkcdk@aol.com
Can anyone give me infor on BRANDT furniture out of Hagerstown, Maryland? We have purchased a table at a flea market and don't know if we have anything worth keeping on not. There is a silver oval label underneath and a # of 2056A. Is there a book or anything we can look at to see if this table is collectable. Thank you, Louisa. lsh_25@juno.com
My interest is in the artist probably of French heritage whose name is Marcel Le Boulte. I recently saw a painting entitled My Songbird, hand written by the artist and signed. What is the value of such a piece, it was is flawless condition, and signed in pencil. This piece was for sale and I am interested in purchasing this beautiful work.
I am looking for any information I can get about the Sterling Furniture CO. Salamanca, NY. I have a bedroom set that is at least 50yrs old and am looking to restore it. It was mine from when I was a kid (second owner from what I was told) and I have passed it down to my daughter.... Becky ....... MLEMINGS@satx.rr.com
I have a set of china bought in 1953. The bottom of each piece says: Eschenbach-Bavaria, Germany Baronet China Pattern: Silver Arbor. Does anyone know the value of this set. I have over 50 pieces, all in perfect condition. Please respond to: corrinelarson1@cox.net Thank you.
PARLOR SET 5 pc. Carved lion head at end of arms. Carved lion motif throughout. 1 rocker 1 love seat 2 chairs 1 captains chair I'd like information regarding the maker, its age and its worth. Thanks
Does anyone have any information about a 4" x 2 1/2" oval pink china box with a lid? "Loreus Modele Exclusif" is written on the bottom. Thanks, ladybugs@shaw.ca
I have recently acquired a small glass vase looks to be of the art deco period and style. It is pink frosted (acid etched?) glass with clear glass insets of stylized trees. on the bottom is a manufacturer's mark, a bulls head. Can anyone identify the manufacturer for me. degoldmn@open.org
I have a vintage table that has water and heat stains on it. Is there any way to get these out without ruining the original finish?
Looking to see how much my antique dressing table is worth. The makers were-Shower Brothers out of Bloomington, Indiana. Thanks.......All help appreciated. littleitaly34@hotmail.com
I have a Morris recliner made by the Royal Easy Chair Company that dates back to the 1920's. The chair has all original wood, leather and has the push button on the arm to recline. Can anyone tell me anything the company that made the chair or the value of such a chair? Thanks!
greetings- we are looking for BULK BUTTONS! not pinbacks- vintage sewing buttons. we are collectors not crafters who want to paw through pounds of old buttons! we've just started to collect them and they are facinating. please email us at awodey@adelphia.net if you have large quantities of buttons, or a wholesale source for us to contact. thanks!
My Mon gave me a porclain plate that was one of her grandmothers wedding plates.I can't make out the stamp on the back but it says T&V New York Ovinoyar Bros? Mom says it is from 1900 and is a peach design with gold border. I'm trying to verify the date..and the name of the company
I have a clear glass cake stand. The design at the stem looks like praying hands or hands that are clasped around it. Does anyone know what pattern this is? Please email me at Crystal_woohoo@yahoo.com Thank you for your time.
WE WOULD LIKE KNOW THE WHO IS MAKING BARBER CHAIR IN CHINA GOOD QUALITY AND CHEAPER ONE
I would like to know the value of a 1967 Genuine Regal China bottle by James B. Beam Distilling Co. Inc.
I have a Theo A. Koch barber chair and am curious about the value. Seats have been reupholstered. dan@reeder.com
I'm looking for pieces of china manufactured by Pfiefer & Lowenstein. The china has a rose pattern with a dark red border trimmed in gold. The manufacturers mark includes P&S and a crown. The china was made in Bavaria prior to World War II although some of the pieces (notably teacups) are marked Austria. The set dates from the late 1920s or early 30s. Any information please email degoldmn@open.org. Thanks for any help.
Hi...I have a vanity that I'm looking for ANY information on, in terms of possible age and value. My daughter is thinking about painting it hot pink and black, and I would like to know something about it prior to saying "yes". It is from Joerns Brothers Furniture in Steven's Point WI. It is marked #967, finish is walnut. Anyway, any info is greatly appreciated. Contact me at becca_86406@yahoo.com. Thanks!!!
I recently purchased two pieces of furniture and would like to know a little bit about them. One of them I believe is called a Gentlemen's Chest it has three large drawers on the bottom and the top has three small center drawers and a narrow door on each side of the smaller drawers, the bureau has one very thin drawer on top,perhaps for jewerly and then there is three large drawers. I am not sure what the wood is, but there is a very distinct pattern on the front almost as if it was burned a little. There is a shipping tag on the back of each from Joerns Brothers Furniture in Stevens Point, WI to Chicago. I know very little about antiques, I bought these because they are in excellent shape and are beautiful. Any information as to age,value, etc would be appreciated. Thank you for your help, Kathy mcdon@frontiernet.net
I have a statue of Madonna and Child..with a signature and date on the back..the date is 1871..with a signatue of A Mon..I cannot read out the rest of the signature. On the bottom of the statue it has a felt bottom with Marwal Industries on it.. This was given to my mother a long time ago when I was small from an elderly who passed away..Is this statue an antique and does it have any value?..Does anyone know about this statue? ChristyR12@aol.com
We have a two-tiered mahogoney table made by Ferguson Bros. Mfg. of Hoboken, N. J. with number 2501. Does anyone know about this furniture? buck@tlab.net
June 20 2003 I have an old recliner (oak I think) It also has a pull out foot rest .the reclining part is like the one in a Morris chair but the sides of the chair are much different.I will send a picture of it to anyone who wants one in order to help identify my recliner. Thank you Ron jhwillison@sasktel.net
I HAVE AN OLD BARBR CHAIR MADE BY THEO A KOCHS OF CHICAGO. WOULD LIKE TO FIND OUT THE AGE AND VALUE OF CHAIR. IF SOMEONE CAN HELP ME, MY E-MAIL IS harley_14047@yahoo.com THANKS
I am in the process of helping to restore some old (1927ish) chairs and had some replacement brake blocks manufactured so that I could get the brakes working correctly. These vary in thickness, depending on the needs of the chair. If you know your thickness, I can send what you need, or if you like I will sell the whole batch (11 pieces). You should know that Koken does still have a few of these (3-4) left but they are asking $100.00 a piece. I will sell to the first reasonable offer. e-mail allen4@direcway.com -Tim-
I have a small compote marked HELLENIK HOMAN PLLATE ON NICKEL SILVER, MADE IN USA O195 PATENT PENDING. I UNDERSTAND IT IS STERLING PLATE OVER NICKEL...FROM AROUND THE 1890'S CAN ANYONE ELSE LET ME KNOW ANYTHING ABOUT IT. IT IS IN GOOD CONDITION. CARVET444@AOL.COM
HELP PLEASE ! My wife has a tea set we believe, not sure maybe dematassie or child. I have searched for hours on the net and cannot find anything on it's marks- name-porcelian-collector's encyclopedia in reference's to it. It's mark has PMR over an eagle over BAVARIA over JAEGER & CO over GERMANY over a (shield with GOLDEN CROWN over a crown over E & R over 1886 within the shield). I have found that it is referred to as a Coffee - Tea - or Chocolate set and the mark is theirs. THANK YOU Neil Barron neilb@rural-net.com
HELP!! I HAVE TWO PORCELAIN LENOX VASES STUCK INSIDE EACH OTHER - A SMALLER ONE INSIDE A LARGER ONE AND AM UNABLE TO GET THEM APART. DOES ANYONE HAVE A SUGGESTION. I WOULD LIKE TO BE ABLE TO DO THIS WITHOUT BREAKING ONE OR BOTH IF POSSIBLE. DUMB ME PUT THEM AWAY LIKE THIS - ANY SUGGESTIONS. MANY THANKS dalitta@hotmail.com
Looking for Theo A Kochs Company Patent 1909 marble arms for barber chair. Any info or seller please contact me. Also if you know the value of this item refinished plated in platnum, reapolstered, completely refinished (just waiting for arms) in perfect working condition. Mint shape. salon-salon@sympatico.ca
i found a little plate or something. it measures 3" acrosss. its white and has a blue windmill on it. it says eschenbach Bavaria Germany and has a little crown above the words. have any info on it? tonya_v_16@hotmail.com
i would like some info on a busch sewing machine made in 1956 by the mercury machine importing corp. can anyone help me
Hello, I'm trying to find out the best way to clean an antique Rococo Revival bedroom suite that is veneered and has extensive, detailed inlay work. The finish is in good shape, and I don't want to change the finish in any way. It just needs a good cleaning. Thank you. My e-mail is kathymc@wcc.net.
i recently came into possesion of three blue onion canisters. they are almost hour glass shaped with black lettering. the large says flour, med sugar and the small tea. the letters look simular to calligraphy. to my understanding there were supposed to be two crossed swords on the bottom, after the 1800's some had lines through the swords to determine the quality. these set of canisters have what look to be crossed arrows. any info will help. please email me shimmeringdove@yahoo.com
Hi. I will be helping to clean out my dad's old house soon. He has several very old things that he will need to sell. For example: Very large wooden picture frames, unusual brass candle holders (they look sort of like pitchers), spinning wheel, old cake stands and plates, wind up phonograph with horn, also a wind up floor model record player and several 78 speed records some are one sided. I have no idea where to begin to find a buyer and also the value of these things. I would appreciate any advice you can give me. Betty
Hi , I have a silver plated serving piece. It is decorated with grapevines around the outer perimeter. Underneath it has several markings ,a man with a beard,a five point crown,and a scrolled S. It also has epns in blocks and the number 1735A. Any info about the markings or age would be greatly appreciated .Thanks Terry
i have a gernam gentleman antigue figurine but do not recogonise the hallmark. i bought him in auction in uk abour twenty years ago. he is small/ brown and white waistcoat of brown and beige with tails, black cravat, rather large tummy, stands about five inches high, hands behind his back, brown hair, collor on white shirt turned up, gold watch chain and irritable expression on his face. ble hallmark on bottom of subject plus what looks like a number 69 plus in green stamp 2 copy i think. can you help send pictures of hallmarks. i was told at auction he was german. thankyou my e mail address is maureen_52@msn.com
I have a porcelain demitasse cup and saucer with a CZ intertwined in gold and the numbers 20305 beneath the CZ on the bottom of both pieces. Could anyone please advise me on the maker and the location of the manufacturer. Thank you!
I have a porcelain demitasse cup and saucer with a CZ intertwined in gold and the numbers 20305 beneath the CZ on the bottom of both pieces. Could anyone please advise me on the maker and the location of the manufacturer. Thank you! Please email me at Lmg91350@msn.com
How do I touch up the chipped black paint on my Hitchcock furniture? They are a bookshelf and a linen chest. Thank you.
I am looking for a headrest for an Emil J. Paidar barber chair. cdunn@metc.net
I have a ligher that sits on a platter that is marked occupied china. also, a vase about 8 inches tall, yellow flowers and a gold rim around neck. it is marked on the bottom at follows, Lingnet kueps bavaria, made in western germany. and then in script is the word Goldaster w, and below that is the letters HH with a star that is larger than the HH. Please contact me at littleshoes1567@yahoo.com. please use subject matter, your vase. and then i will open it. thanks. PB
I have 2 busts of a boy and a girl. They are marked "Marwal Ind.,Inc." in an oval. Any information on these would be appreciated. You can e-mail me at S1492L@yahoo.com.
I AM INQUIRING ABOUT AN ANTIQUE TOBACCO STAND /MADE BY H.T. CUSHMAN CO. IN NO. BENNINGTON VT.
I recently inherited a set of china and would like to know more about it. The markings (manufacturer stamps)is in German and we think it's as follows: First line - Lamag Second line - an image of a crown over an evergreen tree Third line - Wtgchonwalb Fourth line - Bavaria Since I don't speak or read German I'm not confident in my interpretation so I might be off by a few letters. Any information you might have would be extremely appreciated. ejmj313@aol.com Thank you Maria Kemper
I am looking for a pair of chalkware statues. One of a Man and one of a Woman, both holding baskets. Approx. 18" high. These statues were made by "Marwal, Ind., Inc." and on the back of each statue there will be an oval with the name "MARWAL" in it. I appreciate any help with this. My email address is spots@direcway.com. Thank you for your time.
i am looking for an antique hair brush...silver with room to engrave on. contact bourneagainst@hotmail.com
I have recently purchased 62 piece set of Eschenbach, Bavaria Germany, Barponet China... "Clarice" pattern. Can someone give me an estimate of the value? And I would like to know what year it was produced? Thank you for your help. itzeebit@yahoo.com
My sister and I have been collecting chalkware busts in different nationalities with a stamp mark saying MARWAL IND. INC. We were looking for information pertaining to these busts...how many are there and if there would be a site with pictures so that we could see them all. Please send any information to this E-Mail Padion_2@msn.com. Thanks..
I'm looking for pieces of china manufactured by Pfiefer & Lowenstein. The china has a rose pattern with a dark red border trimmed in gold. The manufacturers mark includes P&L (although it looks like PSL) and a crown and also the word ALMA which may be either a city name or a pattern name. The china was made in Bavaria prior to World War II although some of the pieces (notably teacups) are marked Austria. The set dates from the late 1920s or early 30s. Any information please email degoldmn@open.org. Thanks for any help.
I purchased an old dining room set from an antique auction about five years ago and I am trying to find some information on it. There is a really old shipping label nailed to the bottom of the table with no date on it. It has the makers name of Sweat Comings Company, fine furniture, and it was shipped to M.H. Dain, Gouveneur, N.Y. There is a table, with double legs in the middle with spindeled legs and ornate. The six chairs have a harp design on the backs with the same legs on front and straight legs on the back. The sideboard is waist heigth, about five feet long with two drawers in the middle and a cupboard on each side. The chine cabinet is the same design, sits about two feet off the floor and has one door with a thin board cut out design matching the chairs. The company was located in Richford, VT. The furniture was shipped to the auction house in a crate from N.Y. I also have a setting for ten silverware from State House Sterling (Home Decorator's, Inc. Newark, New York State. It comes with a $1,000.00 Warranty Bond with the buys name and dated 1930. It comes with many different sizes of spoons and forks plus serving pieces. Each is wrapped in it's own purple cloth and marked as to what they are.The registry # is 8721 and the pattern is called Inaugural, and the owner was Norma Smith, Buffalo, N.Y. President of the Co. is E.E.Severson. snglover@msn.com
I have a Rogers and Son silver tea set. Can anyone tell me when they were made and how much it's worth? lavajam@earthlink.net
I have a (1847) roger bros silver plate flatware 70 pc set eternally yours stamped. Does any one know the price of these? Or would any one be interested in buying them.
To the party that entered comment on September 3, 2002 regarding Eschenbach China, Roswitha pattern. My father purchased a set of this china pattern for my mother when he was serving in Germany during WWII. My research to date would indicated that Roswitha is the pattern name. The china is ivory in color with a black band and gold leaf design around the edge. There is also a basket weave design in the china that is approx 1" wide. Some of my pieces are marked US Zone and others are not. Someone else entered a comment on June 4, 2002 asking the same question. They received a reply on July 2, 2002 that indicated that the china was made after the end of WWII while US troops still occupied part of Germany. From what my dad has told me, this sounds correct. Dad returned home from Europe in December 1945. Ths china order did not arrive here until October 1951! I am currently looking to replace a 7" salad plate in this pattern. If you have one and would be interested in selling it please contact me. Hope this helps!
I inherited a night or side stand, and it has a lable "F.B.M. Company Hoboken NJ. #3692". The inside of the drawer is lined with white milk glass. My guess is from the early 19 hundreds was wondering if you have heard of anything like this-I mean the glass lining in the drawer and what it was for-if it served a purpose. The wood looks like a dark cherry. my email is erashey@hotmail.com
Please can you show me different markings of royal dalton on the bottom of plates, so I may understand the discription to look for
I have a ol 400 hundred hour anniversay clock made by Kundo W. Germany original dome and key would like to find out any information available my grandfather brought it back from europe during his military time
I am looking for any information (i.e., dates of manufacture, some history, the value etc.), on the following that I own: A "Ladies Porch Set" which includes, a ladies size writing desk with chair, 2 each ladies bowback rockers with woven rush seats, 2 each demiloom tables. The entire set is original finish of dark green crackled finish with gold and dark red bands painted on the turned legs and bordering the table edges. A metal tag is on the bottom of each piece which says "Karpen, Guaranteed Construction Furniture, Chicago, Michigan City, In, New York". There is also a paper tag pasted to the bottoms of each rocker that says "Karpen Handwoven Fiber, S. Karpen Bros." The entire set is in absolute excellent condition and very stable with minimal peeling of the original paint here and there. Any info is greatly appreciated. K. Mitchell EMAIL: jakcomp@bellsouth.net
Searching for a source for a 'handle, post-stem and base assembly' for tiered "tidbit" trays. ex. three, two or even one plate(s) stacked on top of each other - held together with the h,s and base assembly. Brass, Brass Plate or Silver plate. These would be used for fine china. A manufacturer or stocking distributor so I may see the available varieties and sizes available would be appreciated. Thanks in advance for the time to respond- Richard rangard@houston.rr.com
Help! I've acquired several lovely Limoges pieces in an estate sale and need to identify the pattern. They are Guerin-Pouyat Elite works with the red Elite Works SM with the little guy's head. Another green mark is very similar. It has a similar crest with sm, guy's head, with the full word "Limoges" above it and the word "ELITE" all caps stamped OVER the Limoges part. Under the crest it says France. The pattern on the dishes is pink full-blown single roses with green leaves, interspersed with a gold, black, and green swag-looking thing with a pink daisy-shaped flower in the middle of two gold feather looking things. There are 5 swag things and 10 roses on the small bowl. The edge is gold gilt. From the edge, the pattern goes: gold gilt rim, a circle of gold u-shaped doodads, then the pale green ring, then the swags and roses. No center design, just plain ivory porcelain. Any info you have would be much appreciated! Thanks.
I have a Pieta with the words circle C Marwal Ind. Inc. on the base of the Pieta. It is set on a black base with black felt on the bottom. What can you tell me about it. I can be reached at e-mail jvhsl123@hotmail.com. Do you know what it might be worth. Thanks for your help.
Does anyone ever answer these requests? Oh well... I'll try again anyway. I have 5 sets of porcelain demitasse cups and saucers with a CZ intertwined in gold and the numbers 20305 beneath the CZ on the bottom of both pieces. Digital pictures are available to anyone who thinks they may be able to identify the maker and the location of manufacture. Thank you! Please respond via email to: LMG91350@msn.com
I have a Marwal clown statue by. B. Mule. If possible could you give me information about my piece. jaciann47@aol.com
We purchased some pieces of Le Mieux china at an auction and have been unable to find out very much about it. It is marked "Le Mieux China Hand Decorated" in a circle under a crown. In the center of the circle it says "24 karat gold". It is gold with a filigree pattern, green bank, with a round inset on each piece of a man and woman in 18th/19th century clothing. The pieces we bought include a large rectantular tray with a handle on each end, six small cups (saw them on e-bay as egg cups, but I'm not sure that is what they are), a decanter, a candy dish, and other piece that resembles the others, but is not marked and the filigree is different. We are curious about history, value, etc. Any info would be appreciated. Our e-mail address is oihus2481@msn.com
I purchased a small ladies dresser. I am looking for the mirror that would come with this piece. I would also have a value. It is 48" long X 18" wide X 29" high. There are 2 tiers. The bottom half has two outward-curved doors that swing out from both sides with little frontal brass pulls. A center drawer that measures 18" long X 14" deep X 3" high with two brass pulls. The top tier has 2 small inward bowed doors and that swing out both sides with center lined brass pulls. A center drawer that measures 18" long X 7" deep X 3" high with a center placed brass pull. The dresser has lots of basket-weave in-lays and XX pattern in-lays and six wooden wheels. The only tag in it is from JOERNS BROTHERS FURNITURE. It was shipped the CHICAGO ILLINOIS. Can anyone help me find out more information on this piece? I WOULD REALLY LIKE THE MIRROR TO IT. Please email me at: christi@dbpropertymanagement.com Thanks for your help.
Do you have an appraisal for a small stool with claw feet grasping a glass ball? The seat swivels up so that you can sit higher.It has four legs. bostonbaby614_4eva@yahoo.com
RE: SUPPORT AND INFO ON ANSONIA BRASS BED FROM THE LATE 1800'S. PLEASE REPLY ANY ADVICE OR COMMENTS TO KENGYROLLMANN@EARTHLINK.NET. LOOK FORWARD TO YOUR INTEREST AND ANY KNOWLEDGE YOU MAY PROVIDE. MARGIE
Wanted: 2 or more (up to 6) Cushman (H.T. Cushman, Cushman Colonial, Cushman Creations) chairs. Typically have a Cushman metal tag or numbers marked on the underside. Made in 1930s through the 1950s. Seeking styles that have chair legs with no turnings or carving, just straight legs set at an angle to the seat (also known as splay legged styles). Would greatly appreciate any leads or offers to sell. Thank you for your time. Bob D. Ohio Note new email address is appraise@htdconnect.com (I am a retired real estate appraiser).
Hello, I am looking for pieces to match an early 1950s Thomasville cherry wood bedroom set. This set was purchased new by my parents, and given to me. It is stamped "Thomasville Chair Company" on the back and is is a rich deep cherry wood, Asian style ... contemporary ...clean lines with all tongue and groove design. I have the dresser, mirror, queen headboard, footboard, and 2 nightstands -- looking for the "highboy" or an armoire ... please contact me at rfii@earthlink.net if you may know where I might find! Thanks!
I am looking to identify an antique loveseat. It is wooden with beautful carvings across the top of fruit. It has carved legs and arms as well and is covered in red velvet. I have a picture that I could send. Please contact me if you could help. aguskiewic@aol.com Thanks
1OO(yr.) OLD ROCKING CHAIR . NEED DECORATIVE -SMALL TACKS ALONG BACK OF CHAIR - AT TOP & same at bottom of seat of chair. seat of chair is square opening.
I have purchased a set of silverplated flatware by National Silver Company. I do not know the pattern name. It is in the orginal case( baby blue with with white decorative boarder and a sceen of people in the center(family). The knives have hollow handles and the blades are stamped 'stainless". The spooms and forks is silverplated. the set consist of 8 each knives, ice tea spooms, coctail forks, soup spoom, small spoom( look like small bullion spoom),dinner fork, salad fork, serving utensils, butter server, ladle, . Only 1 teaspoom. I am interested in the value or is it a good investment. I paid $39 for the set.
what is the best way to find out the value of our collection of rogers BROTHERS SILVERWARE.
I have what seems to be a type of coffer pot or pitcher. It sits on a platform, a wire arch goes from the platform over the pitcher. The pitcher is also attached by two pins to the arch so you do not have to pick it up to pour, just tilt it. In front of the pitcher is a coblet also sitting on the platform. The whole piece appears to be silver or pewter. The marking on it are PAIRPOINT MF & CO, New Bedform Mass., quardruple 1847 1/2. there is a triangle with a P in the middle. Can anyone tell me exactly what this is or what it may have been used for. RIMAJAWI@ATT.NET Thank you
I RECENTLY PURCHASED A STATUE OF A WOMAN'S HEAD WITH MARWAL IND.INC. STAMPED ON THE BOTTUM OF IT. HER HAIR IS PINNED UP WITH AN OFF GREEN COLORED BOW. I YOU HAVE ANY INFORMATION ABOUT THIS STATUE PLEASE CONTACT ME. wutang@alltel.net
I need help identifying a mark on some silver flatware. The mark is "Ancoma 925" and an emblem that looks like an open hand. Thanks, Teresa
I just purchased a dining room set---oak--6 chairs, and table with Queen Anne style legs. Paper tag on the bottom says S. Karpen and Bros. Michigan City Indiana. I am curious of their age, and what type of fabric was originally used on the cloth seats. One chair is an armchair, others have no arms. The backs have carving and open work. Thanks for any information.
can you tell me something about a set of dishes. The markings on the back say Crest O Gold and they are 22kt gold rimmed. The scene on the front is of a man in knickers and a lady sitting by a tree. Can you tell me an approx. value. thank you sg
I have a C0NANT-BALL coffee table (~1952) and am seeking information as to its value, marketability. I have numerous plates, cups, saucers in the ONE THOUSAND FACES design. Most are marked on back with Japenese characters, a few marked "made in Japan". Any assistance with valuations/resources/information would be greatly appreciated.< rufftx@texas.net >
I HAVE A GRISWOLD WAFFLE IRON. ONE SIDE SAYS FRENCH WAFFLE 899 AND THE PATENT DATES OF JUNE 29,1880 AND JULY 25,1893. THE OTHER SIDE SAYS GRISWOLD MFG. CO. 912 ERIE, PA. EXCELLENT CONDITION. WOULD LIKE TO FIND THE VALUE OF IT TO SELL IT. THANK YOU, maloufl@hotmail.com
Ihave a hammered nickel dish with handle and a hammered copper bowl from the 1920's. Anyone know the value of an item like this?
can anyone help me identify a stamp on a figurine??? it looks like a C with a T through it, with ocean like wave underneath in a circle. if u know please e-mail me on mndycsss@aol.com
Wanted: Porcelain armrests for restoration project. Need two porcelain armrests for 1920s Koken Barber Chair. Please email me at ccolema2@hotmail.com if you have them for sale or if you can provide a point of contact of someone willing to sell. Thank you!
Hey everyone, I am working on a project for 4-H, and it is refinishing a chair. I am 13 and have never worked on refinishing chairs before. It is just a western style desk type chair, and I want to put a western cushion on it. It has straps on it to hold the cushion under neath. They are like the straps that hold down loads on semi trucks. It has a back with 3 horizontal bars and has round arms and lags with carved edges. i have already sanded off the finish with 100 grit paper, but know what do I do?? I only have 2 weeks, please help!!
You can buy a can of wood stain (oil stain is best for beginners) and follow the directions on the can. Stain will help make the chair a uniform color. When the stain is dry brush on a clear finish. Two coats of varnish or polyurethane is good, three coats is better. Always read and follow the d