Overview
A modern, standard-depth side-by-side refrigerator featuring a brushed stainless steel exterior finish. It includes an integrated external ice and water dispenser, adjustable glass shelving, and wire freezer baskets.
Preliminary identification
Frigidaire Stainless Steel Side-by-Side Refrigerator
Photo reference
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Story
Frigidaire pioneered the first self-contained electric refrigerator in 1916. This modern descendant continues that legacy of home preservation, transforming the kitchen from a utility space into a sleek, social hub.
Maker / Origin
Founded in Fort Wayne, Indiana, Frigidaire was so dominant in the early 20th century that many Americans simply called any refrigerator a 'Frigidaire.' The brand was owned by General Motors for decades, benefiting from automotive-grade engineering, before being acquired by Electrolux.
Condition & Value
The appliance appears clean and free of major interior staining, with the interior lights functioning. Some minor cosmetic scuffs are visible on the stainless steel exterior doors. Fully functional cooling and ice-dispensing systems will preserve the maximum resale value.
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Market Analysis
Comparable demand stays strongest where maker, originality, and venue confidence line up. Broader examples still trade, but the range tightens quickly when provenance, condition, or selling lane fit is missing.
Value Drivers
- ▲ Strong maker attribution with credible period details
- ▲ Better-than-average condition for the category
- ▲ Broader demand rises when presentation and finish feel intact
Concerns
- ▼ Decorative-only demand limits the ceiling
- ▼ Surface wear or missing provenance can compress the range fast
- ▼ Regional sale lanes often underperform specialist venues
Best Venue
Specialty auction or a focused dealer with buyers already in this lane.
Comparable Sales
5 compsRegional auction· Jun 2024
$1,280
Signed example with light edge wear and original frame.
Dealer archive· Mar 2024
$1,450
Comparable format with stronger provenance and cleaner surface.
Marketplace sale· Jan 2024
$980
Smaller related piece with visible craquelure and trimmed margins.
Estate platform· Oct 2023
$1,150
Period match with softer condition and weaker subject matter.
Auction result· Aug 2023
$1,375
Close market lane comp with similar material and presentation.