Vintage Wooden Case Good Tag / Maker Label
Storage (Furniture Label/Tag) · Mid-20th Century (likely 1930s-1950s) · Unknown American or European furniture manufacturer (standard factory tracking label format)
Type
Storage (Furniture Label/Tag)
Style Period
Mid-20th Century (likely 1930s-1950s)
Material
Paper label adhered to solid wood or wood veneer
Age Estimate
Circa 1930s to 1950s based on the typography, paper stock, and fading
Dimensions
Estimated label size approx. 4 inches by 6 inches, standard for mid-century furniture backing or drawer interiors
Origin
Likely American, based on typography and terminology ("Pattern No.", "Suite No.")
Designer/Maker
Unknown American or European furniture manufacturer (standard factory tracking label format)
Value Estimate
Nominal value as an individual component, though the presence of an intact factory tag can increase the collectible value of the associated furniture piece by 10-20%.
Description
An authentic vintage factory inspection and pattern label typically found pasted on the back or inside drawer of mid-century case goods such as dressers, vanities, or sideboards. The weathered paper displays stamped and handwritten tracking information including pattern numbers and finish indicators.
Key Features
Printed fields for Pattern No., Finish, Suite No., Order No., Date, and correspondence instructions with factory inspection stamp marks.
Color & Finish
Age-toned yellowish-brown paper with black letterpress typography and faded handwritten pencil/ink notes
Construction Method
Factory-printed paper tag, mechanically applied adhesive label typical of mass-produced furniture
Joinery & Craftsmanship
Standard factory production tagging, indicative of mid-century industrial furniture manufacturing
Wood Grain & Species
Label is adhered to a wood surface, likely secondary wood or veneer backing
Surface Treatment
Raw printed paper with age-related oxidation and yellowing
Upholstery Details
Not applicable
Hardware & Fittings
Not applicable
Origin & Provenance
Likely American, based on typography and terminology ("Pattern No.", "Suite No.")
Condition Notes
Good vintage condition for paper ephemera; visible edge tearing, surface foxing, aging discoloration, and partial loss at the top edge, but all primary text remains legible.
Interesting Facts
These paper labels are crucial for antiques collectors as they often provide the exact production series, finish name, and factory tracking data needed to authenticate vintage furniture suites.
Cultural Significance
Represents the era of mass production and factory quality control in the mid-20th-century furniture industry.
Similar Pieces
Various mid-century manufacturer tags from brands like Heywood-Wakefield, Ethan Allen, or Bassett, distinguished by specific corporate logos and font styles.
Care & Maintenance
Keep away from moisture and direct sunlight to prevent further degradation of the fragile paper label. Do not attempt to clean with liquid solutions.
Value Estimate
Nominal value as an individual component, though the presence of an intact factory tag can increase the collectible value of the associated furniture piece by 10-20%.
Sustainability Notes
Represents vintage durability and historic reuse; preserving original labels maintains the historical integrity of antique furniture.