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Title: More info on Vanity
Post by: ShugShugsAttic on February 21, 2014, 09:35:40 PM

Hi,
I recently purchased this vanity for $40.  I am planning on refinishing it, but would like to find out more information.  I have been looking online and was thinking 1920s-30s (???)  The screws are all flat head screws, 6 wooden casters, and the backs of the two mirrors still attached have "CENTRAL No. 2-12-22" stamped on the backs.  Tried researching to find out if that was a date, item code, etc. with no luck.  Not sure if Central is the name of a glass company, and not sure if the mirrors are even original to the piece.

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I have to be honest, I am in the business of refinishing unwanted items (like things I find on the side of the road or friends & families' attics) with a shabby chic look.  I have always loved old rustic things, but am fairly new to actual antiques and what to look for.  I am very hestitant to throw some paint on this vanity and would like to find out more info so that I may restore it to a more original look.  Any suggestions are appreciated.  Thanks! :)

Title: Info from Fred Taylor and photo of back of mirror
Post by: ShugShugsAttic on February 22, 2014, 09:16:40 AM

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Title: Re: More info on Vanity
Post by: ghopper1924 on February 22, 2014, 09:38:11 AM

Yes, 1922 looks right. Nice find!

I would refinish the beautiful walnut WITHOUT painting it! Simply refinish the wood and put it up for sale. Why not post some "after" pictures as well?

Title: Re: More info on Vanity
Post by: mart on February 22, 2014, 11:53:21 AM

I also agree with the time period !! You were well advised by Mr. Taylor !! Only thing I disagree on is the date being on the mirrors,,I have found many with no date that were original !! But that's an insignificant point !!

Title: Re: More info on Vanity
Post by: KC on February 22, 2014, 11:58:59 AM

I have found more old mirrors without the date than with the date.

I do agree on the time period as well.

It just depends on what you want and what sells for you!

As a purist we push for keeping it in original shape.

But as a person who realizes that most people these days want color...chalk paint is the reigning craze these days with waxing, etc.

Title: Re: More info on Vanity
Post by: mart on February 22, 2014, 12:29:37 PM

We have the before pics,, now we want to see the after pics !!

Title: Re: More info on Vanity
Post by: ShugShugsAttic on February 22, 2014, 02:59:27 PM

Thanks everyone!  It will be a while before I post some "After" pics.  I only picked it up yesterday and have to fix the frame on the middle mirror, put a drawer together, and have 2 new mirrors cut for it.  Then try to decide how to refinish it.  But I will keep yall updated!  :)