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Found: Vintage Mexican Carved Dining Set

June 14, 2013 by Brynne 20 Comments

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I both love and hate buying pieces with a history.

The man from whom we purchased the set was selling it because it didn’t fit in his new house, but he had held onto it for a while because it was passed down from his grandmother’s brother who imported it from Mexico.  It needed work, which is how we got it for a steal, but he seemed very concerned that it would go to a good home where it would be fixed up.

I love knowing the story behind the pieces I acquire, because it’s just so fun to feel a connection with the past as I’m working with each piece.

Why do I hate buying pieces with a history?  Because now I feel bad for buying a family heirloom on the cheap and trying to flip it…

Although I did put quite a bit of work into the table today.

It had an enormous white burn mark on the table top, but I was able to use my tried and true method – Howard’s Restor-A-Finish* (in dark walnut) and 000 steel wool* – and the marks were almost completely erased! *denotes affiliate link

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And now try to spot them in the after’s… Hint: you can’t!

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(By the way, I really dislike that pukey green accent wall in general, but it doesn’t look half bad contrasted with the chair’s orange velvet upholstery. Also note the bare drywall ceilings still awaiting finishing.)

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Look at those fabulous pedestals!  The carved details on these are stunning!

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I just can’t believe this set.

I am dying to reupholster the chairs in a neutral linen-like fabric (drop cloth canvas?) because I know it would make them out of this world and it would be possibly the most gorgeous dining set ever… but I’ve promised Bryan not to undertake any more projects.  I’ll have to let someone else run wild with vision and imagination!

Brynne
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Comments

  1. Bettsi McComb says

    June 14, 2013 at 11:45 pm

    They are very ornate! Like you I can totally imagine the re-do and I think it would be amazing. Hopefully someday you'll get to see the end result!

    Reply
    • Brynne says

      June 15, 2013 at 12:18 am

      I hope so too! I would just love to see this set reimagined 🙂

      Reply
  2. Scribbler says

    June 15, 2013 at 1:44 am

    Holy-Moley! I love this set — never seen anything like it at all.

    Reply
    • Brynne says

      June 15, 2013 at 1:53 am

      Scribbler, I actually thought of you when I saw this!

      Reply
  3. Marie H. says

    June 18, 2013 at 6:07 am

    Wow! What a stunning dining set! They look so gorgeous and unique. What a great find!

    Marie H.
    http://www.progressionbydesign.com

    Reply
    • Brynne says

      June 18, 2013 at 4:11 pm

      Thank you! I'm pretty over the moon about this one 🙂

      Reply
  4. Anonymous says

    July 26, 2013 at 3:02 am

    Hi Brynne,

    I picked up a set very similar to this, slightly different in that the table is smaller, octogonal with a leaf, and red velour on the chairs. I think it's gorgeous, but my family hates it! I'm hoping to sell it, and wondering if you've successfully sold yours yet, and if you know if there is a specific market or typeset of buyers that appreciate this kind of furniture? You input would be super valuable!

    Warmly,

    Sheena

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    • brynne@thegatheredhome.com says

      July 26, 2013 at 3:14 am

      Hi Sheena,
      I did sell the table and chairs! I listed them with almost the exact same keywords you see in this post – stressing vintage, ornately carved, etc – and they sold within two weeks. My best tip is to use words like "Gorgeous", "Fabulous" or "Stunning" in the posting title and then use really high quality photos to show off the awesome details! Your set sounds gorgeous! Best of luck to you 🙂
      – Brynne

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    • brynne@thegatheredhome.com says

      July 26, 2013 at 3:16 am

      Also, just do a lot of research to see what similar things are going for. Since I sell locally on Craigslist, I just check out a lot of other postings to get a feel for local pricing!

      Reply
    • Anonymous says

      July 26, 2013 at 2:44 pm

      Thanks so much for the input!

      Warmly,

      Sheena

      Reply
  5. princess31465 says

    June 17, 2014 at 11:56 pm

    I am selling an almost identical set! If you know anyone interested in mine please let me know. My email is loriflett@yahoo.com

    Reply
  6. Rebecca says

    July 27, 2015 at 12:42 am

    This looks just like a set I just picked up from a lady. It has the work Mexico written on the underneath. She kept one chair and one chair is missing a leg so I basically have 6 chairs left with the table. I want to redo the table but thought about having it professionally done. Do you have any idea what this table is worth. I may sell it but have no idea how to price it.

    Reply
    • Brynne says

      July 27, 2015 at 9:30 am

      Hi Rebecca,
      Lucky find! I’m sorry, I don’t really have a good idea of what your set might be worth. It’s dependent on so many different factors like condition, location, etc. I’m guessing you found the post while doing research online, so you’re already on the right track! I’d look at Etsy, eBay, etc., for similar if not the exact same sets to see what they are going for, and then just know that your local market will have a big impact on that too, so you might have to play around a little with pricing and see what works for you!
      Best of luck!
      ~ Brynne

      Reply
  7. John Thompson says

    November 4, 2015 at 6:55 pm

    Very interested in buying a set like this…let me know if you are ever willing to sell it or come across another one like it.

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    • Brynne says

      November 11, 2015 at 9:44 pm

      Hi John,

      I actually don’t have this set any more, but I will be happy to get in touch if I spy another one sometime!

      All the best,
      ~ Brynne

      Reply
  8. Chelsea says

    August 24, 2016 at 1:11 am

    Hi there,
    I see this post is from a few years ago, but I was wondering if any one had any idea what this style of table is called? I have a piece almost identical with “mexico” also written on the bottom of the chair. I reupholstered it and its just beautiful. I am trying to figure out what the table is worth. Does anyone have any insight? If so, please contact me at chelsealmyers3@gmail.com

    Thank you 🙂

    Reply
  9. Groovy Taterbug says

    April 28, 2017 at 3:52 pm

    Most wonderful set! I just recently acquired a very very similar set! We are trying to find out the history of it. Thanks for posting this several years ago.

    Reply
  10. Janice says

    May 15, 2017 at 11:58 pm

    Hi I bought a similar set but mine has a copper top does any one know what the name of the set is or maker

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    • Brynne says

      May 16, 2017 at 5:44 pm

      Hi Janice,

      Oooh, I bet your set is gorgeous with that copper top! It’s been a few years, but I really haven’t learned too much about this set outside of the fact that it seems to have been handmade in Mexico. I’m glad you came across this post though and congratulations on what sounds like a beautiful set!

      ~ Brynne

      Reply
  11. Janice says

    May 17, 2017 at 12:35 am

    Thankyou trying to find a value I just love the copper top

    Reply

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