Mid 20th Century Faux Reptile Asian Chinoiserie Trunk

A Rustic style decorative storage trunk on legs or accent table, unbranded. Solid hardwood, lift up lid is on a hinge, bevel edge to the top, decorative metal accents, metal top & si...

An Asian chinoiserie screen with separate hardwood stand. Untitled, (Seated Man). Signed, signature illegible. Hand painted on board depicting a seated man and framed in a dark wood rectangular frame. Framed screen slides down into a decoratively carved chinoiserie pattern stand. Likely made in China, in the Mid-20th century. Measures: Overall: 30W 13D 69.5H, Screen: 23.75w 1.5d 54.25h, Weighs Approximately: 12lbs, stand: 30W 13D 30.75H, Weighs Approximately: 15lbs. Exceptionally good vintage condition with signs of light previous use to stand. Small chip to paint on screen...

An Asian Influenced wall mirror, unbranded. Mirrored glass in a rectangular shaped whitewashed brown color faux bamboo frame. Made in Spain, in the mid 20th Century. Measures: 13.2...

A pair of Mid 20th century bookends, unbranded. Solid brass depicting antelope heads on a solid base. Likely made in the USA. Measures: 5.25 W 5.25 D 10.5 H (Each), Weighs Approxima...

A pair of Asian style table lamps, unbranded. Made of porcelain in an urn style with a creamy white background, silver and black Chinoiserie painted...

A pair of Mid 20th century brass sculptures, unbranded. Solid casted brass depicting standing antelopes. Likely made in the USA. Measures: Left: 5.5w 14d 22h, Weighs: 10lbs; Right: ...

Elegance takes a distinctive form in this blue and white chinoiserie ceramic obelisk. The intricate detailing captures the essence of traditional East Asian artistry. Delicate stroke...

20th century chest on bracket feet with a top that opens to reveal storage and drawers below.

Early 20th century French bench trunk.

Late 19th to early 20th century steel trunk with original faux bois paint, English. Brass latch lock with shaped backplates. Swing handles. Red painted interior. Ideal as a coffee ta...

This is a large scale Palm Beach inspired chinoiserie folding screen with eight panels. It could work well behind a sofa mounted on the wall or as a room divider. It is unsigned and ...

An exquisite and complete Louis Vuitton trunk from the early part of the 20th century. An absolutely essential item for elite travellers of its time the trunk is adorned in the iconic LV monogrammed canvas, accented by lozine trim and brass fittings. This trunk stood as the epitome of luxury over 100 years ago, boasting an unparalleled level of sophistication and elegance, it remains a timeless masterpiece that transcends eras. The captivating allure of the Louis Vuitton trunk transforms it into more than a mere luggage accessory; it becomes a focal point for any room. With its impressive dimensions, it is perfectly suited as a striking coffee table, side table, or even as a standalone centrepiece, seamlessly integrating into any interior, whether modern or traditional. An extraordinary piece that not only pays homage to the past but also serves as a statement of unparalleled luxury in the present. A brief history about Louis Vuitton trunks: Louis Vuitton was born in 1821 to a farmer and milliner and came from a long-established working-class family in eastern France. Vuitton grew up understanding the effects of perseverance and a strong work ethic from watching his family. At the age of 16, he made the decision to walk 292 miles from his hometown to Paris to try and make a new life for himself. When he arrived the city was in the midst of industrialization with current modes of transportation evolving quickly allowing for longer journeys. With this came the need for sturdy travel pieces. Vuitton was taken as an apprentice for a successful box maker and packer named Monsieur Marechal. He learned to craft durable containers and how to pack them properly – a well-respected profession at the time.In 1854, years after he had mastered his craft and became well respected for it, Vuitton ventured out on his own to open a shop on Rue Neuve des Capucines. It was here that he began to establish himself as a luggage maker. Then, in 1858, Vuitton designed the first Louis Vuitton steamer trunk. At the time trunks had rounded tops to allow for water to run off but this did not allow for convenient stowage. Vuitton introduced a flat, yet waterproof, trunk that was easily stackable. The first of his trunks were outfitted with a grey canvas referred to as Trianon – it wouldn’t be until several decades later that the signature monogram would be introduced. With a burgeoning business, Vuitton moved his family and workplace to Asniere, where he employed twenty workers to craft his trunks. By 1900 he would have 100 employees, and in 1914 the company would more than double in size. After years of success, Vuitton began to experiment with the design of his luggage by introducing a new striped canvas pattern (1876) and later the still well-known Damier print (1888). The hand-painted patterns were developed to prevent counterfeits. Even in the late 1800s, Louis Vuitton was enough of a status symbol to warrant counterfeiting. In 1886, his son George invented and patented an ingenious locking system that made it impossible to pick the lock of their trunks. This lock is still used today. 1892 would prove to be a time of mourning for the family as Louis Vuitton passed...