Rococo Revival chair rose in value

Q:I have enclosed a photo of a Victorian side chair I picked up for $ 35 this past spring. I took all the old material and springs out and had the chair re- glued.

I also had it professionally reupholstered. I selected the fabric myself and chose the rose pattern to match the single rose on the crest rail.

The wood probably is walnut. The chair is solid as a rock now. I recently gave it to one of our nieces since she likes roses.

I have put about $ 240 into the restoration. Was it worth it? Can you tell me its approximate age? I am guessing about 1870 to 1880? The balloon- back, carved rose on the

A:crest, the pierced carving, serpentine apron and cabriole legs are typical of Rococo Revival furniture in the Victorian Era.

Your chair wasmade sometime between 1860 and 1880 and would probably be worth about $ 350 to $ 400.

I have a green Mickey Mouse toy bank that has been in our family since the 1930s. It is shaped like a treasure chest and has the images of Mickey and Minnie on the lid. The words “Be Thrifty - Save Coins - Mickey and Minnie At 1933- 1934World’s Fair” are also on the lid. It is in perfect condition. What can you tell me about it? Your bank was made to commemorate the 1933- 1934 ChicagoWorld’s Fair. It is a “treasure.” As a collectible, it would appeal

Q:A:to collectors of both Disney items andWorld’s Fair memorabilia.

Your bank would probably be worth $ 250 to $ 450.

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