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Antique Oak Wood Bar & Storage Hutch (1940s)

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Antique Furniture Vintage Antique Oak Wood Wooden Bar & Storage Hutch (from 1940s) - 30 inches long - 25 inches tall - 18 inches wide (without extension leaves expanded) Has a compartment that is insulated, and the other side is wooden. Brass vintage knob and latch features. Interior storage has space for bottles, glasses, cocktail tools and the like. When the extension leaves are expanded, it can be used as a living room bar, and the surfaces are copper. As it is an old vintage piece, there are scuffmarks and a few stains, but the piece is very solid and sturdy. No issues with the legs or the extension leaves. Please see photos and videos. Cash only; pick up and takeaway. Must have a car as it is heavy. Located in Rockville/Gaithersburg. $130 (reduced price). Originally posted at $170

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AI Estimated Value

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$100 - $150

AI estimate as of June 2, 2025 · verify with a professional before acting

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AI Item Analysis

An antique oak wood bar and storage hutch from the 1940s. It measures 30 inches long, 25 inches tall, and 18 inches wide (without extension leaves expanded). The piece features an insulated compartment on one side and a wooden compartment on the other, with brass vintage knobs and latches. The interior provides storage space for bottles, glasses, and cocktail tools. When the extension leaves are expanded, they reveal copper surfaces, allowing it to function as a living room bar. It has scuffmarks and a few stains consistent with its age but is described as very solid and sturdy, with no issues with the legs or extension leaves.

AI Appraisal Report

This vintage oak bar and storage hutch, stated to be from the 1940s, possesses several appealing characteristics for its age, including oak wood construction, brass hardware, an insulated compartment, and copper-surfaced extension leaves for use as a bar. Its value is influenced by its vintage aesthetic, functionality, and materials. The reported condition includes scuffmarks and stains, which are typical for a piece of this era but limit its value compared to a fully restored item. The current asking price of $130 (reduced from $170) in a local, cash-only, pick-up sale reflects a motivated seller. Considering these factors, the piece's unique features, and the market for vintage furniture, the appraised value accounts for its condition and the specific circumstances of the sale.