I have a 10' long oak bench from a local train station here in petoskey, michigan called Pennsylvania Plaza. It is labeled with a stamped metal tag that says j.s. ford johnson and company. I am interested to know if there is a market for this objet d'art? I can provide pictures if needed. It is in great shape and not in need of repair or refinishing.

Hello, and welcome to the forum. The item you described definitely has some value to it. Most likely to someone who has the necessary space to accommodate such a long piece. I could just imagine it sitting on someone's porch, or in a hallway of some sort. It would be a fitting piece so set in someone's train room, or locomotive/train museum, etc. It would be greatly appreciated if you could add photos of your wonderful item. Photos are always welcome, as are your contributions, Thanks. Tim

here is a photo of the bench

Hello Tim,
Long time no hear or see, you are right about tht bench and it also matches the one right here in London. I hope it is still there.
I too welcome the new comer and I hope he will forgive me for not remembering his name. You kno how I am. Boy do I have news for you about me and my back. If you have time drop me an email or give me a call.

Ralph

Hi, Ralph. I've been restoring an 18 ft. long tiger oak barber shop back bar, I picked up in Illinois, a few months ago. I'll post pictures when I'm done. You're probably real busy working on custom furniture orders on your shop. How is your apprentice doing? Take care. Tim

ralph,
i hope your back is better...but what about my bench??? sounds like you have a bench in ohio that is...similar? do you know a value for this bench or do you know much about it in general? would love to have you all chatting on my post(about time there was some talky here... but - back to the bench please...help me out guys.
kathyparkerj

You can contact various sources with regards to value, and the numbers will probably bounce all over the place. Ultimately, however, the value will be determined by you. How much do you want for it? What is the price that you have in mind?
I've seen large pieces of furniture bring five dollars at auction, simply for the fact no one wants to move it. However, I've seen big pieces bring big bucks, whenever those pieces are appreciated, and someone has a use for them.
It would probably be easier if you, the owner give an estimate as to what the bench is worth. that would be a good place to start. Thanks. Tim

Hello Friend,
We are not permitted to give estimates on these forums as to what a piece might be worth due to the different markets through out these continental states due to problems that may arrise from our estimate. You would be wise to contact an appraiser in your local to give you an estimate. Mainly because he/she would know of a value for it and other pieces through out your area.

Respectfully,

Ralph Jones

J.S. Ford Johnson did make arts & crafts furniture during this period. Very well made pieces too. I don't know exactly when this particular bench was made. Perhaps early 1920s.
Though his is not an arts & crafts piece and cannot be qualified a such style. Its value is only dependent on who wants it bad enough. Stickley made custom made institutional furniture. Very large benches or tables. But some so large that people just don't have the room for them, and their value is low, even for an original Gus Stickley.

hi

are you interested in selling that or have you sold that yet? i need one and have been looking around, please let me know, am seriously interested ...

steve

still waiting for your reply .....

steve14
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