British Colonial Wood Trunks
British Colonial Crocodile Case on Custom Stand from the 1920s
Located in Atlanta, GA
sits on a matching custom-made wooden stand that helps to create an elegant display. This British
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Early 20th Century Indian British Colonial Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Crocodile, Wood
19th Century Colonial Travelling Chest or Trunk
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
A late 19th century handcrafted colonial travelling chest or trunk with embossed metal overlay and
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Antique 19th Century Indian British Colonial Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Metal
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19th Century Alligator Suitcase
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
American made suitcase manufactured by Hulbert Bros. They were in business from 1870-1909 in Salt Lake City, Utah.
Free shipping within the United States and Canada.
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Antique Late 19th Century Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Animal Skin
Antique Ebonized Hand-Painted Mexican Wedding Trunk
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This gorgeous antique wooden wedding trunk from Michoacán Mexico dates to the early 1900s. A stunning two-piece set, it consists of the trunk and the base upon which it rests.
Wit...
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Early 20th Century Mexican Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Pine
Art Deco Bar Cabinet in Book-Matched Walnut with Black Lacquer Accents
Located in New York, NY
This beautifully proportioned and finished Art Deco Machine Age Bar Cabinet in Book-matched Walnut with Black Lacquer Accents originates from the United States, Circa 1935. This Bar ...
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Cabinets
Materials
Walnut, Lacquer
Antique French Steam Trunk in All Original Condition with Brass Wood and Leather
Located in Fayetteville, AR
A beautiful, classic and large example of turn-of-the-century travel luggage, this antique French steam trunk features all of the quintessential details, down to its lovely aged trav...
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Antique Early 1900s French Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Brass
H 22.5 in W 45 in D 20.5 in
Vintage American art deco revival black & gold tall cabinet / tallboy 1980s
Located in Hastings, GB
A stunning 1980s deco revival black laminate & gold tallboy / tall dresser. Waterfall ends, gold metal plinth base. Cabinet doors with shelf, below are 3 large drawers.
Good vintage...
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Vintage 1980s American Art Deco Cabinets
Materials
Metal
H 58.27 in W 34.26 in D 17.52 in
Original Painted Flat Top Trunk With Flowers, Austria dated 1804
Located in Round Top, TX
The paint is all original on this delightful flat top trunk from Austria.
The flowers in vases are depicted in the front panels, which was a popular folk art design throughout the 18...
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Antique Early 19th Century Austrian Folk Art Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Wood, Paint
Exceptional English Antique Leather Trunk with Crocodile Skin Top
Located in Schellebelle, BE
Beautiful trunk in Leather and Crocodile skin,
England, early 20th century,
nicely restored with great, stunning patina, brown leather trimming
and brass locks and clasps, corners.
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Early 20th Century English Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Leather
Antique 20th C Handmade Crocodile Travel Overnight Suitcase
Located in Leuven , BE
Antique early-20th century British made crocodile overnight travel case, with original cotton lining and small document holder on the inside. The case is oozing style and elegance, t...
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Antique 19th Century British Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Leather
Antique English Military Metal Trunk on Stand
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Antique English military metal trunk with brass latch on custom iron base. Trunk shows evidence of daily, loss of paint, adds to the overall authenticity of the trunk.
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Antique Early 1900s English Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Iron
Antique Louis Vuitton Monogram Cube Trunk
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Bradenton, FL
Rare antique French early 20th century Louis Vuitton monogrammed luggage cube trunk. Features previous owners initials along with blue and white stripes. Authentic Louis Vuitton labe...
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Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Leather
Antique Wooden Storage Trunk
Located in Houston, TX
This exquisite antique wooden storage trunk is a testament to timeless craftsmanship. Constructed with meticulous attention to detail, the trunk features sturdy dovetail joints, show...
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20th Century Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Wood
Antique Leather Trunk from England with captivating Patina
Located in Hamburg, DE
Embark on a journey through time with our extraordinary overseas trunk, a living relic that whispers tales of a century past. Crafted from rich dark brown leather, this substantial p...
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Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Brass
Antique Hand-Carved Black Forest Trunk on Goat Hoofs Amazing Shape & Condition
Located in Lisse, NL
Larger than average and beautiful trunk.
It is not often that you find antiques of this age and beauty in such remarkable condition. You would think that in the course of a 125+ yea...
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Antique Late 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Wood, Pine
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H 24.8 in W 31.5 in D 19.3 in
Vintage Crocodile Suitcase by Hartmann
By Hartmann Trunk Company
Located in Dallas, TX
Mid-20th century, dark crocodile hide exterior, satin interior and custom fitted canvas cover. Individual characteristics are as follows: Suitcase has wear to handle; a few scuffs; i...
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Mid-20th Century North American Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Crocodile, Canvas, Satin
Extremely Rare, 20th Century Arthur Conan Doyle Goyard Desk Trunk
By Goyard
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Extremely rare, Goyard Desk Trunk
Arthur Conan Doyle (1859-1930) was a British doctor and writer famous the world over for his Sherlock Holmes series of stories, he began to write...
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Early 20th Century French Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Brass
Black Lacquer Art Deco Secretaire Desk With Etched Mirror On Very Elegant Legs
Located in Ulm, DE
Writing furniture / bar furniture
Piano lacquer in black high gloss
Original Art Deco, France 1930s
Dimensions:
Width: 103 cm
height: 117 cm
Depth: 37 cm
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Secretaires
Materials
Wood, Lacquer, Mirror
H 46.07 in W 40.56 in D 14.57 in
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19th Century Solid Teak Wood Dowry Chest Modified as Storage Bench for Bed
By British Colonial
Located in Houston, TX
the reinforcing iron straps are hand forged. It is the wonderful mellowing patina of the teak wood
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Antique 19th Century Indian Anglo Raj Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Teak
Extremely Rare Goyard Cabin Trunk
By Goyard
Located in Double Bay, NSW
This extremely rare Goyard cabin trunk is a true statement piece and is in excellent condition. Finished in a stunning brown leather edging with a beautiful patina and adorned with b...
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Vintage 1930s French British Colonial Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Brass
Antique British Colonial Storage Box
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique British colonial storage box with blue patina, metal handles, with divine details on a wood
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Vintage 1920s English British Colonial Trunks and Luggage
British Colonial Indian Large Teak and Iron-Bound Haveli Trunk, circa 1860
Located in Atlanta, GA
A large 19th century rectangular iron-bound wooden coffer box or Rajasthan trunk from British
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Antique 19th Century Indian British Colonial Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Iron
H 20 in W 53.25 in D 34.5 in
Iron-Bound Stick Box or Trunk from British Colonial India 'The Raj'
Located in Austin, TX
A handsome 19th century rectangular iron-bound wooden stick box trunk or coffer from British
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Antique 19th Century Indian Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Iron
Large Rajasthan Trunk of Iron and Teak from British Colonial India 'The Raj'
Located in Austin, TX
British Colonial India (The Raj), c.1860, featuring a hinged top hatch with storage inside
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Antique 19th Century Indian Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Metal, Iron
H 20.25 in W 48.5 in D 26.5 in
Chinese Camphor Wood Camphorwood Storage Trunk
Located in West Hartford, CT
Handsome large Chinese camphor wood trunk has a large Chinese locking plate and brass carrying
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Early 20th Century British Colonial Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Brass
Antique Belgium Wood Trunk with Cast Iron, 1890
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique Belgium wood trunk with cast iron, 1890.
Detailed rivet cast iron bolts on patinated steel
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Antique 1890s Belgian British Colonial Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Iron
19th Century Small Camphor Wood Chest
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
A small late 19th century camphor wood brass bound travelling chest or trunk with brass mounts and
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Antique 19th Century British British Colonial Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Other
Antique Box on a Stand
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique British Colonial Metal Money Chest on Stand.
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Antique 19th Century English Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Metal
Iron-Bound Stick Box from British Colonial India 'The Raj'
Located in Austin, TX
A handsome 19th century iron-bound wooden stick box or coffer from British Colonial India featuring
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Antique 19th Century Indian Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Iron
Large Rajasthan Trunk of Iron and Teak from British Colonial India 'The Raj'
Located in Austin, TX
British Colonial India (The Raj) featuring a hinged top hatch with storage inside.
Traditionally used
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Antique 19th Century Indian Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Iron
H 17.5 in W 44.5 in D 25 in
19th Century Chinese Export Campaign Style Camphor Wood Trunk with Drawer & Tray
Located in Charleston, SC
Great 19th century Chinese export Campaign style camphor wood trunk with original lock/key, drawer
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Antique 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Wood
H 17 in W 43 in D 20 in
Early 19th Century New Zealand Specimen Wood Box
Located in London, by appointment only
Extremely rare early 19th century New Zealand specimen wood casket.
An early example with a
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Antique Early 19th Century New Zealand British Colonial Decorative Boxes
Materials
Wood
19th Century Chest Wrapped in Iron Straps with Brass Studs, India
Located in San Francisco, CA
Of Indian origin, this beautiful teak trunk is wrapped in iron and studded with brass accents in an intricate yet simple pattern. Fully functional for storage or use as a coffee or c...
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Antique 19th Century Indian British Colonial Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Brass, Iron
British Colonial Brass-Bound Teak Trunk
Located in East Hampton, NY
Sea captain's teak wood trunk from the Anglo-Raj period in British India with original brass straps
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Antique 19th Century Indian Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Brass
Anglo Colonial Camphor Wood & Brass Trunk, c. 1840
Located in New York, NY
Anglo Colonial Camphor Wood and Patinated Brass-Bound Trunk with Double Handles and Unlined
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Antique 19th Century Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Brass
Vintage Wood Trunk with Leather Straps
Located in Alhambra, CA
Lovely vintage wood trunk with with leather straps and brass hardware. Origins unknown
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20th Century Unknown British Colonial Trunks and Luggage
Louis Vuitton Damier Courier Trunk Circa 1910
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Double Bay, NSW
This large Louis Vuitton Damier trunk will make a bold statement in your home. Generally used as a coffee table or a blanket box at the end of a bed. With a distinctive orange stripe...
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Vintage 1910s French British Colonial Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Metal, Brass
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British Colonial Wood Trunks For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are several options of british colonial wood trunks available for sale. Each of these unique british colonial wood trunks was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, metal and iron. British colonial wood trunks have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. Goyard and Louis Vuitton each produced beautiful british colonial wood trunks that are worth considering.
Finding the Right trunks-luggage for You
Add a charming piece of travel history to your space. Antique and vintage trunks and luggage can make a statement as decorative accents and practical furnishings in nearly every room of your home.
There have been many types of trunks and luggage over the years, with availability of these wares broadening as train travel expanded during the 19th century. Antique steamer trunks — named for their use on steamships — mostly date from around 1880 to 1920. These pieces of luggage fit a steamship’s luggage size regulations and essentially doubled as wardrobes, ensuring that a traveler’s evening dresses and suits were kept wrinkle-free on a journey from city to city.
In 1858, French luxury brand Louis Vuitton introduced the world to the now-iconic Louis Vuitton trunks. During this early period of railroad travel, Louis Vuitton trunks solved common travel problems. Instead of the traditional round shape, these handcrafted rectangular trunks stored better on trains. To discourage burglars, the French craftsman and his son, Georges, also eventually patented a revolutionary sophisticated lock for the trunks. The famous LV monogram was first used in 1896 as part of an initiative by Georges to prevent counterfeiting of his coveted travel trunks.
Even if no longer used for travel, the vintage luggage is a popular item among collectors for its historical value and charm. At home, an old wood trunk is a durable storage solution as much as it is a versatile surface. It’s a coffee table in the living room of your farmhouse-style home or rustic loft apartment and a nightstand or blanket chest at the foot of your bed in your bedroom.
From Victorian trunks to Art Deco traveling jewelry cases, journey through history today with an extensive collection of antique trunk suitcases and vintage luggage on 1stDibs.
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