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Title: Buffet/sideboard age
Post by: sreyomac on December 02, 2017, 04:16:44 PM
I'm gonna turn this into my kitchen island/bar. So excited about it!!! I just picked out my top. But I was trying to figure out it's age. There are no markings anywhere. So tell me what you guys think. Any info or suggestions would be appreciated.

(http://i141.photobucket.com/albums/r55/sreyomac/Mobile%20Uploads/20171202_124321_zpspza8h8vm.jpg) (http://s141.photobucket.com/user/sreyomac/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20171202_124321_zpspza8h8vm.jpg.html)
Title: Re: Buffet/sideboard age
Post by: mart on December 02, 2017, 07:07:55 PM
Can you open the doors and take a pic ??   One of the side and back would also help !!  I would say Art Deco period probably late 30`s just from what I can see !!  Could be a bit later than that !!  Looks more like a transition piece to me !!  Late 30`s into Hollywood Regency of the 1940`s !!  Just need to see more !!  A while back I saw a similar piece that was a bar !!  Neat one too !!
Title: Re: Buffet/sideboard age
Post by: KC on December 02, 2017, 09:27:02 PM
I agree totally about the Art Deco transition into Hollywood Regency style!!!
Title: Re: Buffet/sideboard age
Post by: sreyomac on December 03, 2017, 12:22:21 AM
Additional pics...
(http://i141.photobucket.com/albums/r55/sreyomac/Mobile%20Uploads/20171203_001112_zpsh42phjvx.jpg) (http://s141.photobucket.com/user/sreyomac/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20171203_001112_zpsh42phjvx.jpg.html)

(http://i141.photobucket.com/albums/r55/sreyomac/Mobile%20Uploads/20171203_001013_zpsmf691det.jpg) (http://s141.photobucket.com/user/sreyomac/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20171203_001013_zpsmf691det.jpg.html)

(http://i141.photobucket.com/albums/r55/sreyomac/Mobile%20Uploads/20171203_000959_zpsqm5ne2hp.jpg) (http://s141.photobucket.com/user/sreyomac/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20171203_000959_zpsqm5ne2hp.jpg.html)

(http://i141.photobucket.com/albums/r55/sreyomac/Mobile%20Uploads/20171203_001154_zpsuewb2roh.jpg) (http://s141.photobucket.com/user/sreyomac/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20171203_001154_zpsuewb2roh.jpg.html)

(http://i141.photobucket.com/albums/r55/sreyomac/Mobile%20Uploads/20171203_001134_zpscdzn8y4s.jpg) (http://s141.photobucket.com/user/sreyomac/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20171203_001134_zpscdzn8y4s.jpg.html)
Title: Re: Buffet/sideboard age
Post by: jacon4 on December 03, 2017, 04:30:38 AM
Well, it's really out of my field of interest/knowledge but, i'd guess 1st half 20th century, top is oak. Could be european, pic of drawer construction would help.
Title: Re: Buffet/sideboard age
Post by: mart on December 03, 2017, 09:54:40 AM
Don`t think aluminum handles were used that far back !!  But seeing dovetails would help !!  Either aluminum or stainless screws !!
Title: Re: Buffet/sideboard age
Post by: jacon4 on December 03, 2017, 10:35:00 AM
Don`t think aluminum handles were used that far back !!

Are they aluminum , pewter or plated steel/brass? Just noticed spring loaded "bullet" catches on doors as well so bottom line is, it ain't old, lol! Old or early to me is 200-300 years old and this piece is clearly 20th century.
It's attractive, it's just not antique is all. It looks english to me but i could be wrong about that.
Title: Re: Buffet/sideboard age
Post by: cogar on December 03, 2017, 10:36:05 AM
The front legs on that piece makes me think it is pre-1940.

And ps, those drawer "pulls" could be replacements.
Title: Re: Buffet/sideboard age
Post by: Rauville on December 03, 2017, 11:42:37 AM
...It looks english to me but i could be wrong about that.

I agree about it being English.
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Very-Rare-1920s-Oak-Ercol-Sideboard-Cabinet-Art-Deco-Era/142596080645?hash=item2133638405:g:rV8AAOSwyYFaFzrW (https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Very-Rare-1920s-Oak-Ercol-Sideboard-Cabinet-Art-Deco-Era/142596080645?hash=item2133638405:g:rV8AAOSwyYFaFzrW)
Title: Re: Buffet/sideboard age
Post by: jacon4 on December 03, 2017, 01:55:52 PM
BINGO!
Rauville nailed this one! he/she gets a gold star!
Nice that OP is going to re-purpose this cabinet for everyday use, sideboard found a way to survive another day, everyone wins! In my experience, even with 300 year old pieces, the key to survival is, it MUST be a working piece (unless in a museum) that is still useful around the house, otherwise the chances of survival go way down
Title: Re: Buffet/sideboard age
Post by: SophieMarie on December 03, 2017, 02:06:24 PM
Good job all...love it when you work together to solve the mystery!
Title: Re: Buffet/sideboard age
Post by: mart on December 03, 2017, 02:11:47 PM
Yes Rauville got another one !!  Still not sure its as far back as the 20`s but thats not important at this point !!  Did you see the price on Rauville`s link ??  Re-diculous !!  The pulls are the same on both so not replacements !!   21 pounds thats about $37. USD isn`t it

We always do that SophieMarie !!  We are just one big family here !!  Now have to give Rauville a brownie point ~~ ;D

I want to see it finished and in the kitchen !!  What top are you going to put on it ??
Title: Re: Buffet/sideboard age
Post by: sreyomac on December 03, 2017, 05:35:23 PM
Yea! I knew I could count on you guys.  thank you all, especially rauville!  Y'all just confirmed what I thought I knew but couldn't find a reference.  I plan on topping it with granite. Looked at a lot yesterday,  picked a cream and brown piece out, just waiting to hear back from them.
Title: Re: Buffet/sideboard age
Post by: mart on December 03, 2017, 06:32:55 PM
 Post  a pic when its done !!
Title: Re: Buffet/sideboard age
Post by: SophieMarie on December 03, 2017, 07:08:27 PM
Yes, I would like to see the finished project as well!
Title: Re: Buffet/sideboard age
Post by: KC on December 03, 2017, 07:46:07 PM
I love seeing pieces loved into a new life!  Please post pics!
Title: Re: Buffet/sideboard age
Post by: jacon4 on December 08, 2017, 10:17:48 AM
I have seen this done before, it makes a lot of sense and gives kitchen a unique look.
Title: Re: Buffet/sideboard age
Post by: sreyomac on December 14, 2017, 09:38:53 PM
Alright, here it is. I think turned out great. It's such great piece for my little kitchen.... more work space, more storage, and seating for dining. Still trying to find the right chairs. I want two upholstered chairs for the back and a stool for the sides, so it will be compact.

(http://i141.photobucket.com/albums/r55/sreyomac/Mobile%20Uploads/20171214_183437_zpsw4ebh51u.jpg) (http://s141.photobucket.com/user/sreyomac/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20171214_183437_zpsw4ebh51u.jpg.html)
Title: Re: Buffet/sideboard age
Post by: jacon4 on December 14, 2017, 11:43:37 PM
Very nice, looks good!
Title: Re: Buffet/sideboard age
Post by: SophieMarie on December 15, 2017, 01:44:14 AM
Wow!  Your project turned out great...thanks for sharing.  I just love seeing the final result!!!
Title: Re: Buffet/sideboard age
Post by: ghopper1924 on December 15, 2017, 06:14:58 AM
Cool! 8)
Title: Re: Buffet/sideboard age
Post by: mart on December 15, 2017, 06:37:52 AM
Great match for your other cabinets too !!  Looks great !!
Title: Re: Buffet/sideboard age
Post by: Pelady on December 15, 2017, 12:17:09 PM
Stunning!  You certainly waste no time on a project.
Title: Re: Buffet/sideboard age
Post by: mart on December 15, 2017, 06:53:49 PM
She is lucky it didn`t have 4 or 5 coats of paint on it !!
Title: Re: Buffet/sideboard age
Post by: DANTE5 on December 16, 2017, 05:22:35 AM
Great job!!  Looks fantastic matching your floor tile....GREAT!!!
Title: Re: Buffet/sideboard age
Post by: cogar on December 16, 2017, 06:31:30 AM
sreyomac, I think you just increased its value 10X. ;)
Title: Re: Buffet/sideboard age
Post by: sreyomac on December 16, 2017, 06:36:16 PM
Ty guys! I do love it!!! We had to put a rush on it because I'm hosting Christmas this year. It did match my other cabinetry well, and yes I was blessed to have to remove paint. I loathe removing paint...lol it also helped that we locally sourced our granite... very local, 4 doors down.  And we got a good neighbor discount.  8)
Title: Re: Buffet/sideboard age
Post by: Ipcress on December 17, 2017, 02:21:18 PM
Other than that listing, is there proof it’s Ercol ?

They did some Dutch style furniture but that is weird by their standards