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We just bought a dining set at an auction. It includes a table, chairs, hutch and china cabinet. I have no idea how old it is, but someone told me probably from 1930's-1940's. Where would I begin to look for info?
Hi Tina
Nice to hear from you.
If there are no identifying marks on the set, it will be pretty hard to tell who made it or where it came from.
You can search various "antiques for sale" sites such as ebay and see if there is anything similar.
Here is a link
http://search.ebay.com/dining-room-sets_W0QQfkrZ1QQfromZR8
Good Luck
Eileen
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