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Fine Wicker Furniture: 1870-1930

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Tim Scott did a fine job assembling all the various wicker furniture pieces, photographing them and afixing a general price to each one. But as with most wicker price guides, it was obsolete the minute it was published.

Since it is the most current price guide on the market, however, I do use it to show my customers when they desire some confirmation on dating their item. I also use it as a good reference in conjunction with other wicker reference books I have in my library.

Reselling wicker furniture always depends on condition, location and market, which I believe Tim covers in his price guide in the back of the book. You must take these things into consideration when determining value to your wicker item.

It would have been easier reading if the prices had been written underneath each item rather than having to go to the back of the book to look up each price, but I realize the constraints publishers and authors are under regarding such book layouts. There are a few items that I take issue with in his dating and condition, but other than those minor disagreements, we are on the same general wavelength.

Tim Scott and Shiffer Publishing have done a very fine job of creating this price guide. I bought my copy when it first came out a few years ago and is a wonderful addition to my reference library. I highly recommend purchasing this book for yours.

We have over 40 pieces of wicker and have had a difficult time verifying the value of some of the pieces. Mr. Scott's book helps a great deal in establishing the authenticity and consequently the value. The photos are very defined and the descriptions adequate to determine the maker and circa of the wicker.