Me and my sisters about 50 years ago. We all still live within 5 miles of each other after all these years.2wk ⋅ Mike_Michaelson ⋅ r/TheWayWeWere
A gift from my sister after I saw it on an antique mall’s shelf. Still trying to find the perfect spot for it.1yr ⋅ Mike_Michaelson ⋅ r/Mid_Century
Few step tables capture my eye like Drexel Profile does. Here, take my $40.1yr ⋅ Mike_Michaelson ⋅ r/Mid_Century
These Sexton Cats were in rough shape, but a friend repainted them.1yr ⋅ Mike_Michaelson ⋅ r/Mid_Century
Woke up to find this Lane Rhythm set already discounted from $50 to $30. Crazy what people will pass over.10mo ⋅ Mike_Michaelson ⋅ r/Mid_Century
Been awhile since I had a true “found on the side of the road” moment. Welby in bad shape out in the rain. So sad.1yr ⋅ Mike_Michaelson ⋅ r/Mid_Century
Just finished restoring this painted over Stanley walnut and rosewood bow tie credenza this morning. Check out the details below along with link to Imgur album.3yr ⋅ Mike_Michaelson ⋅ r/Mid_Century
Got this beauty for free today...was worth nearly sliding off a snowy ice-covered hillside.3yr ⋅ Mike_Michaelson ⋅ r/Mid_Century
Took down the Thx-giving decorations and put up the X-mas. The tree looks lovely next to our Baughman room divider.5mo ⋅ Mike_Michaelson ⋅ r/Mid_Century
Some 40 years ago my step-father allowed me to have his 1973 edition at 13. It has been the most influential book in my life.1yr ⋅ Mike_Michaelson ⋅ r/taoism
This was gifted to me today by someone very special to me. The Milo Baughman Storage Divider for Glenn of California. I am in awe that this now sits in the entranceway of my new home just feet away from my American of Martinsville Accord credenza and my Lane Rhythm coffee table, and other items.4yr ⋅ Mike_Michaelson ⋅ r/Mid_Century
Can I get a What What! Found this at some random antique out of the way wrong side of the tracks failed estate salesman salesman's garbage shack for $70. Looking for chairs he said he had two Danish ones. This was the second, and my jaw dropped. Been looking for my perfect chair...and found it!4yr ⋅ Mike_Michaelson ⋅ r/Mid_Century
Finally put up the shelves and just some of my books now that my son flew the coup and I have a spare room. More pics in comments.2yr ⋅ Mike_Michaelson ⋅ r/bookporn
I’m a literature guy, but my son insists I “read” this. Never mind he’s 27.1yr ⋅ Mike_Michaelson ⋅ r/bookporn
My Hermann Hesse collection. “A house without books is a poor house, even if beautiful rugs are covering its floors and precious wallpapers and pictures cover its walls.”1yr ⋅ Mike_Michaelson ⋅ r/bookporn
My Milo Baughman for Glenn of California room divider, SW PA USA.2yr ⋅ Mike_Michaelson ⋅ r/AmateurRoomPorn
Someone left this out for the trash. Thank God I stopped. Small gold Made in Germany stickers on the glass shades and looks to be made of copper or brass and has a wood base. I suspect art deco. Thoughts? With turns middle lights up, then two sides, then all three. I have the best of luck.4yr ⋅ Mike_Michaelson ⋅ r/Mid_Century
I find it impossible to pass up a used bookstore. Read Notes as an early teen, but lost it along the way. Nice to have again and see what my old self will think of it.1yr ⋅ Mike_Michaelson ⋅ r/bookporn
Lane First Edition 74 inch triple dresser for $125, but only after a 3 hour round trip drive. Couldn't resist. I'm looking forward to giving it a bit of attention.3yr ⋅ Mike_Michaelson ⋅ r/Mid_Century
Somebody said step tables have no value...but dang, this Lane Rhythm one is awesome!4yr ⋅ Mike_Michaelson ⋅ r/Mid_Century
My new lowball set...as though I need an excuse for even more whiskey.4yr ⋅ Mike_Michaelson ⋅ r/Mid_Century
Drexel “Declaration” full refinish. Came out pretty good I think all things considered. This is my first side-by-side sort of pic.1yr ⋅ Mike_Michaelson ⋅ r/furniturerestoration
Estate sale find I finally got around to getting out of the garage, cleaning up, placing, and decorating minimally...but no doubt in a couple days it will be covered with miscellanea of which I'd be all like, I can't have that in the photo.4yr ⋅ Mike_Michaelson ⋅ r/Mid_Century
Imperative reading to understand the history behind one of today’s most deadly authoritarian cults of personality and how they treat their own citizens.1yr ⋅ Mike_Michaelson ⋅ r/bookporn
Well I did it, got this United Furniture diamond front set for $350 today. No regrets as I'll enjoy restoring even though it's in really great shape already. Just gorgeous!3yr ⋅ Mike_Michaelson ⋅ r/Mid_Century
Showed this unopened a few days ago. Less sweet than modern product with notes of citrus and vanilla and a slight smokiness. Just lovely.1yr ⋅ Mike_Michaelson ⋅ r/whiskey
Japanese generals celebrating victory over the Russians in captured Port Arthur (1905/ Getty Images, colorized)2yr ⋅ Mike_Michaelson ⋅ r/TheWayWeWere
Stanley “Linear Precision” hutch left in the home my cousin just bought. I’m getting for a tiny bit of handyman work and have extra pull already. 🤩🤩2yr ⋅ Mike_Michaelson ⋅ r/Mid_Century
So I made nice friends with a young lady whose grandfather and father were quite the designers themselves and she, knowing fully what these were and their value, sold them to me for $150 from their estates which she is overseeing . Much love and gratitude.3yr ⋅ Mike_Michaelson ⋅ r/Mid_Century
A small toast out of my MCM carafe in celebration of a beautiful dining table I’m picking up tomorrow for refinishing.1yr ⋅ Mike_Michaelson ⋅ r/Mid_Century
Why I love penetrating blends followed by a few light coatings of thinned oil polyurethane. Don’t try this with lacquer.1yr ⋅ Mike_Michaelson ⋅ r/finishing
This tumbled out of an old dresser I was moving. Curious what I’ve got here. Still super clean with no sediment.1yr ⋅ Mike_Michaelson ⋅ r/whiskey
I'm not sure I can possibly describe the day I've had today. I left home thinking to spend $200, spent a little more than that with this vintage Miller/Nelson plug-in starburst clock for $50 being just the cherry on top of things I'll share over the next few days.3yr ⋅ Mike_Michaelson ⋅ r/Mid_Century
Before and After: American of Martinsville Accord tallboy. I just finished this one up the other day and still have the matching lowboy to work on (which is missing a knob...please, anyone have one?). Sorry about the different perspectives (or maybe it just bothers me).3yr ⋅ Mike_Michaelson ⋅ r/Mid_Century
I saw this same piece on CL a year ago, but got not response, so imagine my surprise when I entered an estate sale today to find this one which is in much better condition. No markings as to maker. I may be buried in sleek furniture before long if not careful.4yr ⋅ Mike_Michaelson ⋅ r/Mid_Century
Went for $70 mid century Kroehler triple dresser but walked away with this instead for $100. Took two hours to perfect. Still don't know maker, but may have to go back and throw another $100 at the tallboy I couldn't load up. Might be worth another 90 minute road trip.3yr ⋅ Mike_Michaelson ⋅ r/Mid_Century
Overpaid on the buffet a couple months ago but got the double dresser for free today. Might look to add wood veneers over the laminate.1yr ⋅ Mike_Michaelson ⋅ r/Mid_Century
Can I get a Woot Woot!! Today’s lucky find. Don’t hate me, I can’t help it.3yr ⋅ Mike_Michaelson ⋅ r/Mid_Century
Watching quality international news and saw this awesome door. Anyone recognize manufacturer? Singapore I think.3yr ⋅ Mike_Michaelson ⋅ r/midcenturymodern
I’ve never used Odies Oil but have heard a few mentions elsewhere. Have to admit I’m very curious about the ingredients as the Safety Data Sheet lists no hazardous ingredients, but it has lubricants, drying oil, and wax while being solvent free, something quite unique I would guess. Any insights?1yr ⋅ Mike_Michaelson ⋅ r/finishing
I really like oil varnish and building up to a really nice sheen, but slow drying times encourage more nibs. Thoughts on adding Japan Drier?3yr ⋅ Mike_Michaelson ⋅ r/finishing
Side of the road find. Would be thrilled with some of your fine folks knowledge.1yr ⋅ Mike_Michaelson ⋅ r/Antiques
The bachelor pad as intended, but apparently I’m irresistible so there’s a pleasant addition.3yr ⋅ Mike_Michaelson ⋅ r/malelivingspace
My new but imperfectly lovely Johnson-Carper desk before and after. Imgur photo if it in place in comments. I totally adore it and am posting for the first time at it. Soooo happy!3yr ⋅ Mike_Michaelson ⋅ r/Mid_Century
What did I get myself into!?! Gotta finish finishing my Lane Rhythm pieces first though. Rescued these two for $15 from a unshirted overweight smoker with a substance abuse problem. He posted free furniture on CL and all I needed to see to go out was one little leg...and what do ya know!4yr ⋅ Mike_Michaelson ⋅ r/LaneAcclaimRescue
Anyone know who makes this knock off? Wayfair POS? Could probably be $40s of comfort eh as a gift to a beer drinking college grad...aka, my son.2yr ⋅ Mike_Michaelson ⋅ r/Mid_Century
Two George Nelson Net Lamps hanging in the home I got them from. Dug out these two poor quality pics from my old beat up phone (I forgot my Nikon that day). I'd really like to give to a non-profit who would want them for preservation and/or display and design value. Lmk if you have any insights. Tx3yr ⋅ Mike_Michaelson ⋅ r/Mid_Century
