I was surfing Craigslist as usual when I came across a posting for a large set of A. Brandt Ranch Oak. The set included a table, 9 chairs, mirror, 2 end tables and two table lamps. Then, a couple of days later I found someone selling a dresser with mirror.
I posted about A. Brandt Ranch Oak a little while back (link). Ranch Oak was produced from the 1930’s-1970’s. I am such a fan of this western themed furniture. I love the chunky hand scraped look of these pieces and the white furniture wax buildup that was intentionally applied to create the pickled effect.
What I love about this furniture is that it is solid oak. Because of it being solid, when it gets a scratch, I just have to sand it and refinish. The dining and end table tops need to be refinished, but nothing major.
This table expands to a tremendous length when you pull the extensions out on each end.
I love the handles carved out on the chairs.
I ordered some pickling wax to refinish all these pieces. It appears to be a straight forward process that I will blog about once I receive the wax.
Here is a grainy illustrated image of the table out of the brochure:
This furniture will be around for many years to come because it was built to last. No IKEA particle board here! I was told by a friend of ours that the actress Diane Keaton has a huge collection of Ranch Oak, but I haven’t been able to substantiate that information. Now I am on the hunt for additional pieces!
Will this be going into your private collection at home?
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Hi Beth-yes, we’ll be keeping these in our personal collection..for now :).
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Hi Beth. We’re ready to sell the set now. Let us know if you are interested.
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What a fantastic find….I’m jealous. ….enjoy them!!!!!
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I have a collection of Ranch Oak I am selling, if you are interested. Please let me know. It is located outside Boston.
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I’d be interested in the dining set. Let me know what the details are.Thanks!
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Hi Carole. It’s in our shop in Sacramento. There are 9 chairs, it’s $2,300. But if you’re serious we can offer 15% off. We offer free layaway for 3 months. Where are you located?
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