I can't answer any of your questions, except to say I like it too. I might see if they would take $150 for it, more so because I try not to pay asking price ...

It looks like one of those things from the 20s-30s, but someone has refinished it in multicolors.

I agree, Fori, the dresser does resemble furniture from that time period. I’m not sure it has a specific style though, but would probably be lumped generically into the category of ”depression era furniture.” Without more detailed information/photos I‘m inclined to think that the multicolor finish/different woods (?) is original.

I like it, too! It would be a fun piece to have.

I like it too, and think $200 would depend on the condition of the drawers and the back.

Usually the color changes with veneer changes, not within the grooved design. But could be! The finish looks good, whether original or not.

True. Looking closer, you are right - color changes, but not the wood. I guess the question is...original with the intent to mimic a veneered look or added later. Clearer, detailed photos would help.

I'm not sure what is being discussed in terms of color but the original design absolutely INTENDED there to be blonde wood and dark wood as the dark and light wood are part of the design.

I have a MCM Danish Modern occasional table which I let bake in the direct sun for many years and THAT has portions of the top bleached blonde so that one can tell exactly where "stuff" was during that period as those covered portions retained their original color.

In terms of price, one can always negotiate nicely. I used to hit flea markets, antique shows, estate sales etc. and I would always be very polite in terms of my negotiations - Is that the best you can do? - said in a sweet (not hostile voice) is the least aggressive. Or if one actually does have an amount one wants to pay, ask if they would be willing to accept $X.

I was unpacking and organizing my place after my remodel and I have had the discussion of how difficult it is to get rid of most items of furniture because there is simply no market for stuff unless it is of a period that is popular like MCM. There is literally no market for the items Boomers have in their homes for the most part - or the stuff that Boomers inherited from their parents or grandparents.

I absolutely love it. If it were for sale in my city 200 would be a steal. Every city is different.

If the drawers open and close, it is definitely worth $200. Any wooden dresser is probably worth that. I doubt you will find a cheap pressed wood one for less. The advantages of buying these old vintage pieces include quality of construction, wonderful character and potential resale value (if you decide it no longer works for you, you can often sell it for what you paid or more).