AboutFred Taylor Expertise I will attempt to answer questions about American antique furniture, including construction details, style, period, manufacturers, care, repair and storage. I do not have any background in appliances, musical instruments, sewing machines, lighting and clocks and will not respond to quesions about those items.
Experience I ran an antique furniture restoration business for twenty years. I am a nationally syndicated columnist on the subject of antique furniture for such publications as Antique Week and New England Antiques Journal. I have produced one video on the subject of furniture identification and my book "HOW TO BE A FURNITURE DETECTIVE" is now available.I have also published articles in Antique Trader, Chicago Art Deco Society, Northeast Magazine, Victorian Decorating and Lifestyles, Professional Refinishing, Antiques and Art Around Florida and Antique Shoppe. You can visit my website at www.furnituredetective.com
Education/Credentials BSBA Finance, University of Florida, MBA Finance, University of Florida
I have a few pieces that I need to find their worth. It's been tough finding information on this but I know it is very well made and heavy as all get out. I have a 68"long, 38" wide dining table with two leaves and a hutch and sideboard. The stamp underneath is circular and says "Conant Ball Furniture Makers" and 1852.Thank you.
Answer Linda - Conant Ball is a respected name in American furniture manufacturing, having made traditional Colonial Revival furniture for nearly 100 years. Your set is from no earlier than the 1970s and maybe even later. My area of expertise is American antique furniture and your set is a little too contemporary for my field. I suggest you consult a local used furniture dealer for values in your area.
Thanks for writing.
Fred Taylor
www.furnituredetective.com
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