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I bought this rocking chair in a resale store. It has a fairly recent refinishing job. Very unusual spirals, "worms", "onion domes" on the top of back posts, and a really professional "worm weave" (my term)in the gold diamond in the backrest. What is this? Period? One of a kind? Any value? I think it is really beautiful, well made, and surprisingly comfortable. Any thing you can tell me about it will be appreciated. Thanks. Ben Johnson
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What you have in my opinion, is a form of what's known as "Barly Twist". It appears to be cherry or mahogany or may have that color applied. I would guess it was made @ the turn of the century but may be a later hand made item from some woodworker to show off his skills. Without more pictures and information that's about all I can pass on. I don't give values or appraisals in this forum.
It's a nice piece.
Rob
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We can answer questions about wicker repair and restoration, chair seating[caning-rush-splint-danish cord] furniture refinishing and repair, brass and copper polishing, veneering and veneer repair. WE WILL NOT GIVE APPRAISALS or answer "WHATS IT WORTH" questions. If you want a value, contact us for our current costs for this service.
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