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Aluminum Steamer Trunk

1940s Polished Aluminium Steamer Trunk
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This polished aluminium cabin trunk is very unusual. It is magnificent and mirror polished. Golden
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Vintage 1940s Mid-Century Modern Trunks and Luggage

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Aluminum

1940s Polished Aluminium Steamer Trunk
1940s Polished Aluminium Steamer Trunk
H 13.39 in W 36.23 in D 19.69 in
Midcentury Japanese Aluminum Steamer Travel Trunk by Kowa
By Kowa
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Rare, midcentury industrial style WWII steamer travel trunk featuring an aeronautical aluminum and
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20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Trunks and Luggage

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Pair of Black Leather Steamer Trunk, Black Leather Blanket Box, Bedside Cabinet
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Beautiful pair of steamer trunks in solid wood covered with black leather. Polished aluminum
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Vintage 1980s English Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Leather, Wood

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Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
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Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
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Aluminum Steamer Trunk For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the aluminum steamer trunk you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Frequently made of aluminum, metal and wood, every aluminum steamer trunk was constructed with great care. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer aluminum steamer trunk, there are earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. An aluminum steamer trunk, designed in the Mid-Century Modern, Industrial or Hollywood Regency style, is generally a popular piece of furniture.

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.

Questions About Aluminum Steamer Trunk
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    You can line a steamer trunk with a variety of materials. Paper is a simple solution for lining, but you can also use fabrics like velvet to protect items stored inside. Find a range of steamer trunks from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    Steamer trunks can be worth as much as $3,000 depending on the quality and condition. Some renowned fashion houses, such as Goyard and Louis Vuitton, have designed steamer trunks that are worth as much as $45,000. Find a range of antique and vintage steamer trunks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    To identify your steamer trunk, look inside the lid, along the interior and on the bottom for a stamp that indicates the manufacturer. Popular makers of steamer trunks included Clinton, Goyard, Hartmann, Louis Vuitton, Malloy, Moynat, Oshkosh, Taylor and Truesdale. On 1stDibs, find a variety of expertly vetted steamer trunks.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    An old steamer trunk is a type of luggage. Most often, it has a rectangle or domed shape. Its purpose was to carry clothing and other personal belongings while traveling. The name comes from the fact that most often, their owners traveled via steam ship. Shop a selection of antique steamer trunks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Although steamer trunks are no longer used for traveling, they are still produced as a way to store valuables and as a storage solution. Steamer trunks were widely used in the late 18th century throughout the early 20th century as a way to transport clothes and other personal belongings and were meant to bridge the gap between luggage and storage. Shop a wide range of vintage and contemporary steamer trunks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
    No, typically people don't travel with steamer trunks. Due to their size and weight, steamer trunks aren't ideal for traveling by air or sea. However, people still purchase steamer trunks to use as storage solutions and decorative accents in their homes. Shop a selection of antique and vintage steamer trunks on 1stDibs.

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