Antique Storage Trunks
Early 20th Century American Victorian Antique Storage Trunks
Metal
1870s Victorian Antique Storage Trunks
Metal
1870s Victorian Antique Storage Trunks
Metal
Early 20th Century American Machine Age Antique Storage Trunks
Brass
Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Storage Trunks
Wicker
Mid-19th Century English Campaign Antique Storage Trunks
Oak
Early 20th Century Antique Storage Trunks
Metal, Brass
19th Century Chinese Antique Storage Trunks
Wood
Late 19th Century English Late Victorian Antique Storage Trunks
Cane, Wood
Early 19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Storage Trunks
Brass
Early 19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Storage Trunks
Brass
Early 19th Century Chinese Antique Storage Trunks
Brass
Mid-19th Century English Gothic Antique Storage Trunks
Iron
Late 19th Century Chinese Late Victorian Antique Storage Trunks
Tin
Early 20th Century English Arts and Crafts Antique Storage Trunks
Brass
Early 1900s Victorian Antique Storage Trunks
Wood
19th Century Primitive Antique Storage Trunks
Chestnut
Late 19th Century Primitive Antique Storage Trunks
Pine
Early 20th Century Art Deco Antique Storage Trunks
Steel
Early 20th Century Korean Antique Storage Trunks
Silver Plate, Brass
1890s English Late Victorian Antique Storage Trunks
Leather, Oak
Late 19th Century Scandinavian Folk Art Antique Storage Trunks
Wood
Late 19th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Antique Storage Trunks
Brass
Mid-19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Storage Trunks
Wood
1860s Italian High Victorian Antique Storage Trunks
Wood
18th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Antique Storage Trunks
Wood
Late 19th Century Antique Storage Trunks
Brass
1820s English Regency Antique Storage Trunks
Steel
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Storage Trunks
Brass
Early 1800s Italian Antique Storage Trunks
Linen, Wood
19th Century French Antique Storage Trunks
Brass
Mid-19th Century Antique Storage Trunks
Wood
Early 19th Century Antique Storage Trunks
Wood
Late 19th Century Antique Storage Trunks
Pine
19th Century English Antique Storage Trunks
Brass
19th Century English Antique Storage Trunks
Brass
19th Century Korean Chinese Export Antique Storage Trunks
Brass
1880s Hungarian Folk Art Antique Storage Trunks
Pine
Late 18th Century Spanish Baroque Antique Storage Trunks
Metal
Late 19th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Antique Storage Trunks
Bronze
19th Century French Antique Storage Trunks
Metal, Brass
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Storage Trunks
Brass
19th Century English Antique Storage Trunks
Brass
Late 19th Century British Late Victorian Antique Storage Trunks
Pine
19th Century French Antique Storage Trunks
Leather
19th Century French Antique Storage Trunks
Wood
Early 18th Century French Louis XIII Antique Storage Trunks
Walnut
Early 1900s French Art Deco Antique Storage Trunks
Brass
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Storage Trunks
Wood
19th Century Russian Campaign Antique Storage Trunks
Brass
19th Century French Other Antique Storage Trunks
Steel
19th Century Chinese Antique Storage Trunks
Leather, Pine
1770s German Baroque Antique Storage Trunks
Oak
19th Century Tibetan Chinese Export Antique Storage Trunks
Wrought Iron
1880s Victorian Antique Storage Trunks
Canvas
Early 1900s English Antique Storage Trunks
Leather, Mahogany
1920s French Antique Storage Trunks
Leather
18th Century Spanish Antique Storage Trunks
Iron
Early 20th Century English Antique Storage Trunks
Brass
Mid-19th Century Spanish Gothic Antique Storage Trunks
Iron
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Antique Storage Trunks For Sale on 1stDibs
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.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023Whether old storage trunks are worth anything depends on a number of factors. The trunk’s manufacturer is one of the biggest determiners of value. Pieces designed by Louis Vuitton, Malloy, Martin Maier, Oshkosh, Moynat, Taylor and Truesdale are highly sought by collectors, for example. The condition of the trunk and its style will also impact the price you can expect to receive for it. To get an idea of the fair market value of a particular piece, consult a certified appraiser or reputable antiques dealer. On 1stDibs, find a range of storage trunks.
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