CAA: Christian Anime Alliance

This isn't the Christain Antique Alliance, but I thought I'd ask anyway.

I acquired an old Chinese camphor chest that has some damage. All I really know about it is that it was made between 1920-1930, and the interior is lined with a fragrant wood like cedar or camphor.

Can someone else tell me more? I'm really looking for info that will help me restore the damage and clean/refinish the wood without causing further harm. Even if you just know of a book on restoring asian antiques, it could help.. Thanks!

...........>.> wow..............<.< wow............. that's so pretty.... O.O

I could ask my mother about this as soon as she gets home... but.. otherwise.... uh... let's wait for the supery dupery all-knowing CAA members to step foward.... 'cause I know 'nuttin. XD

Hmm... Are you interested in restoring it for resale or use? I don't know too much about this piece, but if you suspect it may be worth serious money I'd advise not to clean it without consulting an antiques appraiser. They would likely be able to give you restore advice - or point you to a professional.

If you just want it to "look good," there are some really good products on the market for wood restoration. Try looking on google for step-by-step instructions for restoring old furnature.

Cool. My parents have a chest just like that, which is probably of a similar vintage. All we really know about it is that it came off of a rum runner and was a present from a crewman to my great aunt.

OP's right though, you really should consult a professional, a chest like that is almost irreplaceable and would be worth quite a lot of money, never mind its value to your family.

Thanks for the input, guys. If properly restored, yes, it would likely be worth some money, but I don't plan on selling it. I bought it because I liked it, and the lady who owned it didn't even want it.
If I can get the leg fixed, I'll probably use it for light storage. I just want to make sure it get's fixed in such a way that won't detract from any potential value it may have.
I guess I should find a reputable appraiser.