Baroque Walnut Daybed (1690) from Germany
An opulent Baroque walnut daybed from 1690, with scrolled arms, ball-turned legs, and caned seat sections. Its verified age over 250 years fits HTS 9706.10.00.40 for antique furniture. Exemplifies continental European craftsmanship of the late 17th century.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Replace cane only if deteriorated; declare any repairs to assess impact on antique purity
• Insure comprehensively; high-value items benefit from formal entry with bond
• Use acid-free wrapping to protect fabrics if present, preventing dye migration