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Antique Steamer Trunk, Marine, English, Travel, Ship's Chest, Metal Lined
Antique Steamer Trunk, Marine, English, Travel, Ship's Chest, Metal Lined

Antique Steamer Trunk, Marine, English, Travel, Ship's Chest, Metal Lined

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique steamer trunk of marine interest, an English travel or ship's chest in stained

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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Chests And Trunks

Materials

Pine

Antique Travel Trunk, English, Tin, Shipping Chest, Wildman, Vice Consulate
Antique Travel Trunk, English, Tin, Shipping Chest, Wildman, Vice Consulate

Antique Travel Trunk, English, Tin, Shipping Chest, Wildman, Vice Consulate

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique travel trunk. An English, tin shipping chest in the name of T.B. Wildman, vice

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Early 20th Century English Victorian Antique Chests And Trunks

Materials

Tin

Antique Dome Top Trunk, English, Oak, Carriage Chest, Coffer, Edwardian
Antique Dome Top Trunk, English, Oak, Carriage Chest, Coffer, Edwardian

Antique Dome Top Trunk, English, Oak, Carriage Chest, Coffer, Edwardian

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique dome-top trunk. An English, oak carriage chest or coffer dating to the Edwardian

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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Antique Chests And Trunks

Materials

Leather, Oak

Large Scale Late 19th Century Indo Dutch Chest on Feet Trunk
Large Scale Late 19th Century Indo Dutch Chest on Feet Trunk

Large Scale Late 19th Century Indo Dutch Chest on Feet Trunk

Located in Basingstoke, Hampshire

A 19th century Indo Dutch chest or trunk of large proportions. In an exotic hardwood featuing heavy

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19th Century Antique Chests And Trunks

Materials

Hardwood

Indian Early 20th Century Brass Bound Wooden Treasure Chest with Drawers
Indian Early 20th Century Brass Bound Wooden Treasure Chest with Drawers

Indian Early 20th Century Brass Bound Wooden Treasure Chest with Drawers

Located in Yonkers, NY

An Indian wood and brass treasure chest from the early 20th century with drawers and partitioned

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Early 20th Century Indian Antique Chests And Trunks

Materials

Brass

19th Century Blanket Chest with Heart Handles in Old Red Paint
19th Century Blanket Chest with Heart Handles in Old Red Paint

19th Century Blanket Chest with Heart Handles in Old Red Paint

Located in Nantucket, MA

Late 19th century Canadian blanket chest with heart shaped handles in old red paint.

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Mid-19th Century Canadian Antique Chests And Trunks

Materials

Wood

Antique RH Phillips English Steamer Trunk Banded Luggage Suitcase Chest
Antique RH Phillips English Steamer Trunk Banded Luggage Suitcase Chest

Antique RH Phillips English Steamer Trunk Banded Luggage Suitcase Chest

Located in Dayton, OH

Antique English steamer trunk / suitcase / luggage / travel case featuring wood banding, leather handles, and the name RH Phillips of Sussex United Kingdom UK. Dimensions: 20.5" x ...

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Early 20th Century Antique Chests And Trunks

Materials

Leather, Hardwood

Pair Antique British Military Leather Chests with Insignia, circa 1920-1930
Pair Antique British Military Leather Chests with Insignia, circa 1920-1930

Pair Antique British Military Leather Chests with Insignia, circa 1920-1930

Located in New Orleans, LA

Pair antique British military leather luggage chests with insignia of warrant officer or regimental

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Early 20th Century English Antique Chests And Trunks

Materials

Leather

Circa 1800 Extra Long Antique Original Paint European Blanket Chest Coffer Trunk
Circa 1800 Extra Long Antique Original Paint European Blanket Chest Coffer Trunk

Circa 1800 Extra Long Antique Original Paint European Blanket Chest Coffer Trunk

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

, European clothes trunk or marriage coffer chest with Acanthus leaf painting I have recently purchased a

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Early 1800s European George III Antique Chests And Trunks

Materials

Pine

Early Antique French Hand Carved Coffer, Linen Chest or Trunk
Early Antique French Hand Carved Coffer, Linen Chest or Trunk

Early Antique French Hand Carved Coffer, Linen Chest or Trunk

Located in Hopewell, NJ

French oak Jacobean style hinged coffer with molded plank edge top, stunning decoratively carved front panel consisting of lovely gothic motif or replicating stained glass windows. W...

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Early 1800s French Jacobean Antique Chests And Trunks

Materials

Walnut

Small Antique Carriage Chest, Victorian, Metal Bound, Pine Trunk, circa 1870
Small Antique Carriage Chest, Victorian, Metal Bound, Pine Trunk, circa 1870

Small Antique Carriage Chest, Victorian, Metal Bound, Pine Trunk, circa 1870

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is a small antique carriage chest. An English, Victorian, metal-bound pine trunk dating to the

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19th Century English Victorian Antique Chests And Trunks

Materials

Pine

Antique Silver Chest, English, Oak, Brass, Case, 19th Century, circa 1900
Antique Silver Chest, English, Oak, Brass, Case, 19th Century, circa 1900

Antique Silver Chest, English, Oak, Brass, Case, 19th Century, circa 1900

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique silver chest. An English, oak and brass bound case, dating to the late 19th

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Late 19th Century English Late Victorian Antique Chests And Trunks

Materials

Brass

Antique Early 19th Century Italian Inlaid Hope Chest Trunk, circa 1836
Antique Early 19th Century Italian Inlaid Hope Chest Trunk, circa 1836

Antique Early 19th Century Italian Inlaid Hope Chest Trunk, circa 1836

Located in LOS ANGELES, CA

Antique early 19th century Italian inlaid hope chest trunk. Beautifully inlaid decoration including

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Early 19th Century Italian Rustic Antique Chests And Trunks

Materials

Fruitwood, Mahogany, Walnut

Spanish Dome Top Leather Brass Studded Marriage Chest or Travel Trunk
Spanish Dome Top Leather Brass Studded Marriage Chest or Travel Trunk

Spanish Dome Top Leather Brass Studded Marriage Chest or Travel Trunk

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

Spanish dome top leather brass studded marriage chest or travel trunk This is a very attractive

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Late 19th Century Spanish Colonial Antique Chests And Trunks

19th C. Chinese Export Camphorwood Chest with Green Leather Exterior
19th C. Chinese Export Camphorwood Chest with Green Leather Exterior

19th C. Chinese Export Camphorwood Chest with Green Leather Exterior

Located in Nantucket, MA

Early 19th century Chinese Camphor wood trunk, made for export. With applied leather exterior handpainted with various flowers and decorated with brass nailhead trim. On turned feet.

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Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Chests And Trunks

Materials

Brass

Large Antique Steamer Trunk, English, Cedar, Shipping Chest, Edwardian, C.1910
Large Antique Steamer Trunk, English, Cedar, Shipping Chest, Edwardian, C.1910

Large Antique Steamer Trunk, English, Cedar, Shipping Chest, Edwardian, C.1910

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is a large antique steamer trunk. An English, cedar and bentwood shipping chest, dating to the

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Early 20th Century British Antique Chests And Trunks

Materials

Bentwood, Cedar

Antique Carriage Trunk, American, Spruce, Chest, AE Meek, circa 1890, Western
Antique Carriage Trunk, American, Spruce, Chest, AE Meek, circa 1890, Western

Antique Carriage Trunk, American, Spruce, Chest, AE Meek, circa 1890, Western

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique carriage trunk. An American, spruce chest by A.E. Meek of Colorado and dating to

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Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Chests And Trunks

Materials

Iron

Large Antique Dusky Peachy Pink Painted Sailor's Sea Chest, 19Th Century
Large Antique Dusky Peachy Pink Painted Sailor's Sea Chest, 19Th Century

Large Antique Dusky Peachy Pink Painted Sailor's Sea Chest, 19Th Century

Located in Bristol, GB

ANTIQUE PAINTED SEAMAN’S TRUNK/COFFEE TABLE A decorative and useful chest of large proportions

Category

Mid-19th Century European Antique Chests And Trunks

Materials

Pine, Paint

Original Antique Victorian Leather Elm & Canvas Steamer Trunk Chest Coffee Table
Original Antique Victorian Leather Elm & Canvas Steamer Trunk Chest Coffee Table

Original Antique Victorian Leather Elm & Canvas Steamer Trunk Chest Coffee Table

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this original circa 1880 English Elm strapped with Wrought Iron rivets, leather handled, canvas steamer trunk with period serial number This is...

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1880s English High Victorian Antique Chests And Trunks

Materials

Leather, Canvas, Elm

Antique Victorian Dome Top Chest Steamer Trunk Embossed Metal Oak w Insert
Antique Victorian Dome Top Chest Steamer Trunk Embossed Metal Oak w Insert

Antique Victorian Dome Top Chest Steamer Trunk Embossed Metal Oak w Insert

Located in Dayton, OH

Antique Victorian domed steamer wardrobe trunk with insert. Made of embossed metal panels, cast iron hardware, oak banding and leather handles.  

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19th Century Victorian Antique Chests And Trunks

Materials

Metal

19th Century Antique Victorian Tooled Leather & Oak Dome Top Steamer Trunk Chest
19th Century Antique Victorian Tooled Leather & Oak Dome Top Steamer Trunk Chest

19th Century Antique Victorian Tooled Leather & Oak Dome Top Steamer Trunk Chest

Located in Dayton, OH

A large and impressive Victorian era dome top steamer trunk, circa 1870s. Features a tooled leather and oak frame with geometric diamond pattern metal trim. Lock patented in 1876.

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1870s Victorian Antique Chests And Trunks

Materials

Metal

Antique Victorian Dome Top Chest Steamer Trunk Embossed Metal Oak with Insert
Antique Victorian Dome Top Chest Steamer Trunk Embossed Metal Oak with Insert

Antique Victorian Dome Top Chest Steamer Trunk Embossed Metal Oak with Insert

Located in Dayton, OH

A rare original Victorian dome top or hump back steamer trunk. Includes original inserts with scenes. Made from metal with oak trim, embossed hardware and leather handles.  

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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Chests And Trunks

Materials

Metal

French Provincial Dowry Chest, Toile De Jouy Lined, Early 19th-Late 18th Century
French Provincial Dowry Chest, Toile De Jouy Lined, Early 19th-Late 18th Century

French Provincial Dowry Chest, Toile De Jouy Lined, Early 19th-Late 18th Century

Located in Doylestown, PA

Gorgeous 18th-19th century French Provincial marriage or dowry chest of a nice, smaller size

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18th Century French French Provincial Antique Chests And Trunks

Materials

Leather, Textile, Wood

Antique American Pink Painted Wood Steamer Trunk or Blanket Chest, 19th Century
Antique American Pink Painted Wood Steamer Trunk or Blanket Chest, 19th Century

Antique American Pink Painted Wood Steamer Trunk or Blanket Chest, 19th Century

Located in Oklahoma City, OK

An early 19th Century wood steamer trunk. A fabulous antique trunk painted in pale baby pink. Created from wood, the sides are reinforced with wood and metal clasps. Leather straps f...

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19th Century American Bohemian Antique Chests And Trunks

Materials

Metal

Sublime Roman Chariot Ornately Hand Carved Antique Walnut Trunk Chest or Coffer
Sublime Roman Chariot Ornately Hand Carved Antique Walnut Trunk Chest or Coffer

Sublime Roman Chariot Ornately Hand Carved Antique Walnut Trunk Chest or Coffer

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this absolutely exquisite Antique hand carved solid walnut trunk or coffer with Roman scenes This is pure Italian art furniture from every angl...

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Early 19th Century English George III Antique Chests And Trunks

Materials

Walnut

HAND PAINTED 1870 CAPTAIN P.KNOLE STEAMER TRUNK OR CHEST WiTH NAUTICAL THEME
HAND PAINTED 1870 CAPTAIN P.KNOLE STEAMER TRUNK OR CHEST WiTH NAUTICAL THEME

HAND PAINTED 1870 CAPTAIN P.KNOLE STEAMER TRUNK OR CHEST WiTH NAUTICAL THEME

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this lovely hand painted vintage steamer trunk with nautical decoration depicting a ship date 1870 for Capta...

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1870s English High Victorian Antique Chests And Trunks

Materials

Pine

Antique circa 1889 American Steamer Trunk Chest by CA Taylor 130 Madison Chicago
Antique circa 1889 American Steamer Trunk Chest by CA Taylor 130 Madison Chicago

Antique circa 1889 American Steamer Trunk Chest by CA Taylor 130 Madison Chicago

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this original circa 1889 iron and steel American Steamer travelling trunk made by CA Taylor of Chicago This is a very well made example of a ste...

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1880s American Late Victorian Antique Chests And Trunks

Materials

Steel, Iron

EXTRA LONG CIRCA 1840 HAND PAiNTED COFFER TRUNK CHEST USED AS HALL BENCH SEATING
EXTRA LONG CIRCA 1840 HAND PAiNTED COFFER TRUNK CHEST USED AS HALL BENCH SEATING

EXTRA LONG CIRCA 1840 HAND PAiNTED COFFER TRUNK CHEST USED AS HALL BENCH SEATING

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

and has nicely aged The chest comes with the original large key that works perfectly the period lock

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1840s European Early Victorian Antique Chests And Trunks

Materials

Wrought Iron

Antique Neverbreak Steamer Trunk Wardrobe Chest
Antique Neverbreak Steamer Trunk Wardrobe Chest

Antique Neverbreak Steamer Trunk Wardrobe Chest

By Neverbreak Trunks

Located in Highland, IN

This beautiful steamer chest is from the early 20th century and is covered in history. It was made

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Early 20th Century American Machine Age Antique Chests And Trunks

Materials

Brass

PAiR OF ANTIQUE ZEBRA SKIN & LEATHER UPHOLSTERED STEAMER TRUNKS CHESTS TABLES
PAiR OF ANTIQUE ZEBRA SKIN & LEATHER UPHOLSTERED STEAMER TRUNKS CHESTS TABLES

PAiR OF ANTIQUE ZEBRA SKIN & LEATHER UPHOLSTERED STEAMER TRUNKS CHESTS TABLES

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

rare pair of Zebra skin & brown Leather upholstered steamer trunks circa 1920 Please note the delivery

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1920s English Art Deco Antique Chests And Trunks

Materials

Leather

Trunk - Dome Chest Wrapped in Studded Leather - Italy - 18th Louis XV Period
Trunk - Dome Chest Wrapped in Studded Leather - Italy - 18th Louis XV Period

Trunk - Dome Chest Wrapped in Studded Leather - Italy - 18th Louis XV Period

Located in Beuzevillette, FR

motifs and closing with a very slightly domed lid. The use of studded leather on boxes, chests and trunks

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18th Century Italian Louis XV Antique Chests And Trunks

Materials

Leather, Wood

Monumental Danish Oak and Iron Chest Trunk
Monumental Danish Oak and Iron Chest Trunk

Monumental Danish Oak and Iron Chest Trunk

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Attributed to the 18th century, this incredibly large and monumental Danish trunk is in incredible condition for its age, comprised of oak and ornamental iron hardware which harks ba...

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18th Century Unknown Baroque Antique Chests And Trunks

Materials

Iron

Antique Hope Chest, Blanket Box or Dowry Chest
Antique Hope Chest, Blanket Box or Dowry Chest

Antique Hope Chest, Blanket Box or Dowry Chest

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Substantial dowry chest in pine with wrought iron hinges. All original.    

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19th Century Latvian Antique Chests And Trunks

Materials

Wrought Iron

Japanese Edo Period Black and Red Lacquered Clothing Chest
Japanese Edo Period Black and Red Lacquered Clothing Chest

Japanese Edo Period Black and Red Lacquered Clothing Chest

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Bearing the mons of the Tokugawa clan in red on a black lacquered chest. Iron hinges and lock

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19th Century Japanese Edo Antique Chests And Trunks

Antique Handcrafted Small Merchant's Chest with Lock and Key
Antique Handcrafted Small Merchant's Chest with Lock and Key

Antique Handcrafted Small Merchant's Chest with Lock and Key

Located in Doylestown, PA

Antique small merchant's chest or box, c. 1920's. Wonderful petite chest handcrafted of teak and

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1920s Unknown Rustic Antique Chests And Trunks

Materials

Teak

Zanzibar Dowry Chest
Zanzibar Dowry Chest

Zanzibar Dowry Chest

Located in Dallas, TX

Presenting a stunning example of an early 20th century Zanzibar dowry chest from circa 1920. The

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Early 20th Century Omani Moorish Antique Chests And Trunks

Materials

Brass

1800s Belgian Wooden Chest
1800s Belgian Wooden Chest

1800s Belgian Wooden Chest

Located in High Point, NC

Discover a piece of history with this exquisite 1800s Belgian Wooden Chest. Crafted from sturdy

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Early 19th Century Belgian Antique Chests And Trunks

Materials

Wood

19th Century English Chest
19th Century English Chest

19th Century English Chest

Located in Atlanta, GA

19th century English camphor chest. This Item is an antique and one of a kind.

Category

19th Century English Antique Chests And Trunks

Materials

Walnut

1900s Belgian Wooden Chest
1900s Belgian Wooden Chest

1900s Belgian Wooden Chest

Located in High Point, NC

A Belgian wooden chest from the twentieth century. Created by J. Devaux Aine, a luggage fabricator

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Early 1900s Belgian Rustic Antique Chests And Trunks

Materials

Metal

Antique Leather Covered Chest
Antique Leather Covered Chest

Antique Leather Covered Chest

Located in Bridgeport, CT

key. The aforementioned all noted for accuracy with the chest presenting exceptionally well.

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Late 19th Century Rustic Antique Chests And Trunks

Materials

Leather

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Antique Chests And Trunks For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are several options of antique chests and trunks available for sale. The range of distinct antique chests and trunks — often made from wood, metal and softwood — can elevate any home. Antique chests and trunks have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. Antique chests and trunks are generally popular furniture pieces, but Victorian, Baroque and Georgian styles are often sought at 1stDibs. There have been many well-made antique chests and trunks over the years, but those made by Au Touriste, Paris, Hartmann Trunk Company and Seward Trunk Company are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

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 Antique Chests And Trunks
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 20, 2024
    The difference between a chest and a trunk is mostly portability. Both terms describe storage furniture often crafted out of wood, but their functions are different. A chest normally goes in a bedroom, living room or other space and serves as a permanent piece of furniture in a home. On the other hand, a trunk usually features heavy-duty craftsmanship and a more portable design. Originally, trunks were used as luggage for travel. However, today, many people use them as permanent furniture, just like chests. Find a wide range of chests and trunks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 9, 2024
    To tell if a chest is antique, first examine its materials and details carefully. An antique chest is one produced 100 years ago or more. This generally predates the use of engineered wood, particleboard, plastics and other synthetic materials. As a result, an antique chest usually features solid wood construction.

    In addition, antique chests are likely to be handmade, so you should be able to spot subtle signs that indicate this, such as tool marks and small irregularities in any carvings. If a piece looks flawless and regular, it is unlikely to be antique. Locating a maker's mark and then researching when the manufacturer was active can also help you date your chest. Alternatively, you can use the services of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer to learn more about your chest.

    On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of antique chests.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024
    To identify an antique chest of drawers, look inside and beneath drawers and on the back and bottom for any type of maker's marking. Researching these marks using trusted online resources may allow you to determine who produced your chest and roughly date your piece. If your chest is at least 100 years old, it is an antique. Should you be unable to locate the maker's marks, look at the hardware. Rose head nails, one-piece cast brass pommels on the drawer handles and circular rather than hexagonal bolts may all indicate that a piece is an antique. Keep in mind that hardware may have been replaced at some point and that there are many reproductions of antique furnishings. As a result, you may wish to have a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer complete the identification process if you're unable to identify your chest via the maker's markings. Find a range of antique chests of drawers on 1stDibs.

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