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4 green Trunks, ca 1915
Located in Delft, NL
4 green Trunks, ca 1915
4 trunks from the 1st part of the 20th Century in green metal with wood
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Early 20th Century Dutch Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Metal, Copper
Collection of 19th Century Hide and Leather Trunks
Located in New York, NY
Handsome collection of 19th century leather and hair on hide trunks and boxes with original
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1840s American Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Leather
Stacked Set of Five Antique Leather Suitcases or Trunks
Located in Redding, CT
Stacked Set of 5 Antique Leather Suitcases or Trunks. If these suitcases could talk. The stories
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19th Century American Classical Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Metal
Pair of Victorian Canvas and Leather Dome Top Travel Trunks
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
A pair of Victorian canvas and leather dome top travel trunks
The trunks are both lined and made
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Wicker
DECORATIVE PAIR OF RESTORED ANTiQUE LOUIS VUITTON MONOGRAM SUITCASE TRUNKS
By Louis Vuitton
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
pair of fully restored original Louis Vuitton Monogram Suitcase trunks
Please note the delivery fee
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1910s French Edwardian Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Brass
H 8.86 in W 29.93 in D 18.51 in
Charming Set of 3 Victorian Artful Hand Decoupaged Storage Trunks
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Set of 3 charming hand decoupaged storage chests or trunks with hinged lids, circa 1910. Imagery is
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Early 20th Century American Victorian Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Metal
PAIR OF STUNNING ANTIQUE CIRCA 1920's ART DECO STEAMER LUGGAGE TRUNKS
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
pair of vintage Art Deco circa 1920's Steamer travel trunks with period travel labels
Please note the
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1920s English Art Deco Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Aluminum, Iron, Steel
H 12.6 in W 36.23 in D 20.48 in
Pair of Japanese Lacquered Trunks or Tables on Custom Stands, 19th Century
Located in San Francisco, CA
A pair of lacquered trunks with iron hardware mounted on custom-made later stands. One trunk having
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Late 19th Century Japanese Edo Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Iron
H 16 in W 27 in D 15.75 in
Set of Three British 1920s Metal Traveling Trunks for Export with Brass Hardware
Located in Yonkers, NY
a rich sense of history and adventure. Crafted around the 1920s, these trunks served the voyages of
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Early 20th Century Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Metal, Brass
H 10.25 in W 27.5 in D 17 in
Moynat Trunk, Moynat Steamer Trunk, Moynat Hat Trunk, Moynat Luggage
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
l’Opéra in Paris in 1869, where the very first Moynat trunks were sold. And this was the beginning of a
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Early 20th Century French Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Brass
H 24.41 in W 24.02 in D 22.05 in
1920's Moynat Trunk In Orange Canvas, 75 cm Moynat Steamer Trunk, Moynat Trunk
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
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Moynat first shop was opened at 1 Avenue de l’Opéra in Paris in 1869, where the very first Moynat trunks
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1910s French Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Brass
H 19.3 in W 29.53 in D 18.12 in
Moynat Trunk, Moynat Steamer Trunk, 100 cm Moynat Courrier Trunk, Moynat Luggage
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Avenue de l’Opéra in Paris in 1869, where the very first Moynat trunks were sold. And this was the
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Early 20th Century French Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Brass
H 22.05 in W 39.38 in D 21.66 in
Louis Vuitton Patinated Alzer Hard Case Vintage Luggage
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Los Angeles, CA
for its exemplary top-handle bags and stylish totes, Vuitton produced stackable and rectangular trunks
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Early 20th Century French Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Brass
1920's Moynat Trunk In Beige Vellum, 100 cm Moynat Steamer Trunk, Moynat Trunk
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
first Moynat trunks were sold. And this was the beginning of a long story… Today, the House of Moynat
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1920s French Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Brass
H 18.51 in W 39.38 in D 21.26 in
Orange Moynat Trunk, Moynat Steamer Trunk, Moynat Luggage
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
the very first Moynat trunks were sold. And this was the beginning of a long story…
Today, the House
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Early 20th Century French Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Brass, Steel
British Military Officer's Campaign Trunk of Brass-Bound Camphor
Located in Austin, TX
and front.
Campaign-era trunks and coffers were the travel items of British military officers who
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19th Century English Campaign Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Metal, Brass
Large British Military Officer's Campaign Trunk of Brass-Bound Camphor
Located in Austin, TX
-era trunks and coffers were the travel items of British military officers who bought and commissioned
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19th Century English Campaign Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Metal, Brass
H 16.75 in W 37.5 in D 17.75 in
Antique LOUIS VUITTON Leather Hardcase Suitcase – Early 20th Century
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Victoria, BC
vintage Louis Vuitton trunks.
Key Features:
Maker: Louis Vuitton, Paris
Serial Number: 806445
Material
Category
Early 20th Century French Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Leather
A large classic Louis Vuitton steamer trunk
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Amsterdam, NL
, waterproof trunks, travelers used cumbersome wooden chests. Vuitton, recognizing a niche market, began
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Early 20th Century French Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Brass
Blonde Chinese Hide Storage Trunk, C. 1800
Located in Chicago, IL
Trunks and storage chests were the most ubiquitous form of household storage throughout the Ming
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Early 19th Century Chinese Minimalist Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Brass
Art Noveau Copper Bin
Located in Swadlincote, GB
of Birmingham). We have a large and ever changing selection of genuine good quality antique furniture
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19th Century English Art Nouveau Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Copper
Louis Vuitton Courrier Trunk in Damier Canvas 90 cm, Vuitton Steamer Trunk
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This Vuitton trunk is one of the rarer Louis Vuitton trunks to be offered currently. Indeed , it
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Late 19th Century French Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Brass
H 20.87 in W 34.26 in D 19.69 in
Louis Vuitton Traveling Lap Desk 65
By Louis Vuitton
Located in New York, NY
the company about cases or trunks they made.
As per Louis Vuitton, this is a "Traveling Desk" with
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Early 20th Century French Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Brass
1900s French Wood Patinated Chest
Located in High Point, NC
This 1900s French wooden chest is a striking example of timeworn elegance, featuring a richly patinated surface in layers of pale green, white, and natural wood tones. Its tall, rect...
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Early 20th Century French Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Wood
French Petite Bridal Box from Normandy
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A fantastic antique marriage or bridal box–from Normandy, France–decorated with hand-painted floral details that grace every surface, including a small bird on the top. Vibrant pink ...
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18th Century French Folk Art Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Metal
French Petite Bridal Box from Normandy
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A fantastic antique marriage or bridal box–from Normandy, France–the petite trunk is decorated with stylized foliate details that grace the exterior. Once-vibrant pink and cream pain...
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18th Century French Folk Art Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Metal
Antique Scandinavian Baroque Style Oak Sewing Box Small Chest with Key Mid 1800
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Antique Scandinavian Baroque style sewing box made from solid oak with a warm patina.
Manufactured ca mid 1800.
The box has a pin cushion on top and comes with its original iron key...
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Mid-19th Century Scandinavian Baroque Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Wood
H 9.65 in W 12.6 in D 8.47 in
Early 19th Century Iron Lock Box Money Safe Trunk
Located in Round Top, TX
This iron lock box is loaded with character from the heavy iron side handles, rivets and iron straps throughout.
There are two hinged latches allowing for additional padlocks to be a...
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Early 19th Century Swedish Victorian Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Iron
1900s Belgian Wooden Chest
Located in High Point, NC
This 1900s Belgian wooden chest is a charming example of early 20th-century utilitarian design, featuring stenciled lettering that reads "Amidon-Delmotte" across the front. Crafted f...
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Early 20th Century Belgian Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Wood
1900s Belgian Wooden Chest
Located in High Point, NC
This 1900s Belgian wooden chest is a striking piece of utilitarian history, stamped with bold stenciling that reads “E. Remy & Cie – Louvain.” Constructed from pine and framed in bla...
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Early 20th Century Belgian Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Wood
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, constructed of pine.
Originally would have been used by a sailor at sea to store per...
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Mid-19th Century European Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Pine, Paint
H 21.26 in W 40.16 in D 25.2 in
PAIR OF ANTIQUE VICTORIAN WORSHIPFUL COMPANY OF SKINNERS PAiR OF CAMPAIGN CHESTS
By Skinner
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
exact price
A very good looking and well made pair of steamer trunks, they are pretty much untouched
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Oak
H 16.15 in W 15.56 in D 14.38 in
Early 20th Century Leather and Canvas Secured Mail Bag C. A. Hoffman & Sons
Located in Red Lion, PA
Early 20th Century Leather and Canvas Locking Mail Bag by C. A. Hoffman & Sons, Arlington, California
This rare and evocative early 20th-century locking mail bag was manufactured by...
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Early 20th Century American Industrial Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Metal
H 25 in W 16.5 in D 4.5 in
Set of Three Early 20th Century Louis Vuitton Luggage
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Chicago, IL
This exquisite set of Louis Vuitton luggage, dating from 1910 to 1930, represents the pinnacle of luxury travel and showcases the brand's renowned craftsmanship, making it a must-hav...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Brass
Early 20th Century Louis Vuitton Monogram Bisten Case
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Chicago, IL
This Louis Vuitton Bisten case, dating from 1910 to 1930, exemplifies the brand's innovative craftsmanship. It features hand-painted canvas monogram, solid brass hardware, and reinfo...
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Brass
Early 20th Century Louis Vuitton Monogram Wardrobe Trunk with Fourteen Hangers
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Chicago, IL
This Louis Vuitton upright wardrobe trunk, dating from 1910 to 1930, exemplifies the elegance of the clear lozine series, known as the 1st series after 1914. Designed for organized p...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Brass
H 44.75 in W 20.75 in D 22 in
Early 20th Century Louis Vuitton Monogram Twelve Shoe Case
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Chicago, IL
This Louis Vuitton shoe case, dating from 1910 to 1930, exemplifies the brand's innovative craftsmanship. It features hand-painted canvas monogram, solid brass hardware, and reinforc...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Brass
Edwardian English Leather & Brass Suitcase by Army & Navy CSL London Circa 1910
By Army & Navy CSL
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Edwardian English Leather & Brass Suitcase by Army & Navy CSL, London, Early 20th Century
Description:
A handsome and historically rich early 20th-century English leather suitcase b...
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Brass
H 18 in W 24 in D 16 in
Charf, French patented safe – Marseille – 19th century
Located in Madrid, ES
"CHARF, FRENCH PATENTED SAFE – MARSEILLE – 19TH CENTURY"
Impressive and rare early 19th-century French safe, manufactured in Marseille by CHARF BREVETÉ, renowned for its quality craf...
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19th Century French Other Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Iron
20th Century French Louis Vuitton Trunk in Monogrammed Canvas
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
LOUIS VUITTON Monogram canvas cabin trunk with stencil, circa 1920.
It has dark brown Lozine borders, brass central, brass central lock side locks, handles, and painted metal corne...
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1920s French Art Deco Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Canvas
American Brass Mounted Steamer Trunk
Located in Astoria, NY
American Brass Mounted and Canvas Covered Wood Steamer Trunk, marked "Eagle Lock Co. / Terryville, Conn." to lock. 21.75" H x 32.5" W x 20" D. Provenance: From a New York City Estate.
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Early 20th Century American American Empire Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Brass
Anglo-Indian 1880s Teak and Brass Trunk with Multiple Storage Compartments
Located in Atlanta, GA
An Anglo-Indian teak trunk from the late 19th century, with multiple storage compartments and brass accents. Born in the later years of the 19th century, this exquisite teak wood tru...
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Late 19th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Brass
H 25.5 in W 45 in D 24.5 in
Antique Suitcase Overseas Travel Case
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Antique Suitcase Overseas Travel Case in very nice original condition with signs of use.
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1880s Slovak Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Brass
Antique Suitcase Overseas Travel Case
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Antique Suitcase Overseas Travel Case in original vintage condition with signs of use.
Category
1880s Slovak Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Metal
Large English Mahogany Silverware Flatware / Collectors Trunk Circa 1900
Located in San Francisco, CA
Large antique solid Mahogany flatware / silverware trunk. Box features a large fitted interior for silver, flatware and serving pieces, also this would be an excellent collectors or ...
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Early 20th Century English Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Brass
H 21 in W 29.75 in D 24.25 in
Antique American Primitive Brown Wooden Blanket Chest Trunk
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique American Primitive Brown Wooden Blanket Chest Trunk. Details: Cast iron hardware, solid wood construction, distressed finish, no key, but unlocked, very nice antique item, gr...
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Early 20th Century Unknown Primitive Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Wood
Kuhn, Loeb, Co. Wall Street Banking Trunk, circa 1920s
Located in Cordova, SC
# Rare Kuhn Loeb & Co. Wall Street Banking Trunk, Circa 1920s
I'm pleased to present an exceptional piece of American financial history: an authentic Kuhn Loeb & Co. banking trunk f...
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Early 20th Century American Industrial Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Brass, Copper, Sheet Metal
19th Century Chinese Export Camphor Wood Trunk Chest
Located in San Francisco, CA
Camphor wood - Late 19th Century Chinese Export trunk with brass hardware.
Recently refinished and cleaned interior.
In overall very good antique condition, some minor blemishes to t...
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19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Brass
STUNNiNG RESTORED ANTIQUE 1693 DATED HAND STUDDED BROWN LEATHER STEAMER TRUNK
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques
Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this absolutely exquisite, fully restored, hand dyed, ornately studded brown leather trunk with a Crown and ...
Category
19th Century Georgian Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Leather, Wood
H 19.69 in W 41.34 in D 20.48 in
English Campaign Trunk of Brass-Bound Leather and Camphor Wood, circa 1820
Located in Austin, TX
A handsome medium-sized British officer's military Campaign camphor trunk or chest of brass-bound and studded leather over camphor wood, circa 1820.
Manufactured by the British East...
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Early 19th Century English Campaign Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Brass, Metal
H 13.13 in W 31.5 in D 16 in
Antique Leather Traveling Trunk with Hand-Painted Carriage Scene
Located in Barcelona, ES
Dome Top Leather Trunk with poychrome hand Painted Scene, early 20th century.
A gorgeous traveling trunk from France with a hand painted horse carriage landcape at the lid.
Wooden tr...
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Early 20th Century French Gothic Revival Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Brass, Iron
19th Century Victorian Period Pine Iron Bound Travelling Trunk
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
This 19th-century English pine and iron-bound shipping trunk dates to the mid-Victorian period, circa 1870. It features a superb presentation that highlights its distinctive and vers...
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19th Century British Victorian Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Iron
Louis Vuitton Courrier Trunk in Damier Canvas 100 cm, Vuitton Steamer Trunk
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This Vuitton trunk is one of the rarer Louis Vuitton trunks to be offered currently. Indeed , it
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Brass
H 22.84 in W 39.38 in D 21.66 in
Early 19th Century Georgian Leather Brassbound Coaching Trunk
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
This small, attractive early 19th-century Georgian leather brass-bound coaching trunk or chest is a remarkable piece. It is covered in beautifully studded leather and reinforced with...
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Early 19th Century British Georgian Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Brass
Antique Reddish Brown Lacquered Elm Trunk with Brass Lock and Raised Base
Located in Yonkers, NY
This antique Chinese lacquered elm trunk showcases the warmth and craftsmanship of late Qing or early Republican-era cabinetry from the early 20th century, with a hand-rubbed lacquer...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Brass
H 23.5 in W 39 in D 23.75 in
Original Green Painted Swedish Dome Top Trunk Dated 1840
Located in Round Top, TX
Original green painted dome top pine trunk from Sweden with wrought iron straps and side handles.
Monogram EFD and date "1840" indicate this trunk was likely a dowry or wedding prese...
Category
Mid-19th Century Swedish Folk Art Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Wrought Iron
Dark Blue Painted Flat Top Trunk Dated 1900, Hungary
Located in Round Top, TX
The painted finish is all original on this rustic flat top trunk. The background color is a dark blue, almost appearing black in certain lighting.
Flowers were a traditional embellis...
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Early 20th Century Hungarian Rustic Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Iron
Large Early 19th Century Georgian Leather Camphor Wood Travelling Trunk
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
This attractive large early 19th-century Georgian camphor wood military traveling trunk or chest is a remarkable piece. Covered in beautifully studded leather and reinforced with bra...
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Early 19th Century British Georgian Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Brass
H 19.3 in W 40.56 in D 20.87 in
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Antique Furniture Trunks For Sale on 1stDibs
An assortment of antique furniture trunks is available at 1stDibs. The range of distinct antique furniture trunks — often made from wood, metal and animal skin — can elevate any home. Antique furniture trunks have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. Antique furniture trunks made by Victorian designers — as well as those associated with Industrial — are very popular at 1stDibs. Antique furniture trunks have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Louis Vuitton, Goyard and Hartmann Trunk Company are consistently popular.
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 Furniture Trunks
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024To know if your furniture is antique, look for labels and markings that indicate the maker. From there, you can use trusted online resources to determine when they were active and examine images to try to estimate the age of your piece. Furniture produced 100 years ago or more is antique. You can also have your furniture assessed by an appraiser or antiques dealer to learn about its age. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of antique furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 14, 2024Many antique furniture brands are popular. While trends in collecting do vary over time, some makers consistently remain highly sought after. Among them are J. & J.W. Meeks, John Henry Belter, R. J. Horner and Co., Stickley Furniture, George Hepplewhite, Josef Dannhauser, Thomas Chippendale and Thomas Sheridan. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of antique furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 30, 2024To identify your antique furniture, look for an engraving, tag, label or other marking that indicates who produced it. You may find it on the bottom or back of your furniture or inside a drawer or cabinet. Once you have located the marking, you can snap a photo of it and use a reverse image search to try and identify the maker. Or, you can type a description of the mark into a search engine. Alternatively, you can use the services of a certified appraiser or antiques dealer to get assistance with identification. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of antique furniture.
- What makes furniture an antique?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019
A piece of furniture is considered an antique if it is at least 100 years old.
- Is antique furniture in style?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024Yes, antique furniture is in style. Many people appreciate the beauty and handcrafted character of antique furniture and love the idea of owning pieces with a rich history. Remember that style preferences are nothing if not fluid, meaning what's in one year may not be the next. So, in choosing the furniture you're planning to live with, you should pay less attention to interior design fads than to what speaks to you. That way, you can select pieces that will add long-term character to your home. On 1stDibs, find a large collection of antique furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024To identify antique Chinese furniture, look carefully at its details. Chinese craftsmen often built furniture using mortise and tenon joinery, eliminating the need for nails and screws. If you see this type of hardware, your piece is likely not at least 100 years old, especially if the hardware still looks new and shiny. Since antique furniture was handmade, you will normally see slight imperfections, such as tool marks or slight variations in carvings. Pieces that appear completely uniform and pristine are less often genuine antiques.
When present, maker's marks can also be helpful. Research the marks to learn more about when the maker was active and producing pieces like yours. Alternatively, you can have a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer evaluate your furniture for you.
Shop an assortment of antique Chinese furniture. - 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024How old furniture that is called antique can be is typically at least 100 years. People usually call furniture between 20 and 99 years old vintage. Contemporary is the word for furniture manufactured within the last 20 years. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of antique, vintage and contemporary furniture from some of the world's top sellers.
PAGODA REDOctober 7, 2020To determine the age of a Chinese furniture piece, look carefully at the joinery and finish. Natural expansion and contraction of the wood over time will cause a joint to protrude or retract, distorting a once-seamless fit. Antique lacquer finishes become crackled and worn over time. Areas of exposed wood, such as the underside of a table, the footrest of a chair, or the back of a cabinet should appear raw and dry compared to the finished surface. With use, the legs of tables and chairs become weathered near the bottom from precipitation and use.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 29, 2024To tell how old your antique furniture is, research the maker using trusted online resources. You may find that the furniture maker was active for only a short period, giving you the ability to roughly estimate its age. For manufacturers and designers with a long history of production, consider the style of your furniture and look for images of similar pieces published online. Because it may be difficult to date furniture on your own, consider consulting a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of antique furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024To tell what your antique furniture is worth, look at sales histories on trusted online platforms and read valuation guides posted on trusted online resources. The maker, type, style, age and condition of your furniture will impact its value. Researching furniture produced by the same maker is a good starting point. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can also aid you in the valuation process. Find a large collection of antique furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021The best finish for antique furniture is a matter of liking. But film finish is recommended by experts as it leaves a thick coat of film on the wood surface which protects wood from water and scratches. Shellac or varnish and water base are commonly used film finishes. Find an exquisite collection of antique, new and vintage furniture on 1stDibs
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024To tell who made your antique furniture, seek out a maker's marking. Locations of these marks vary, but they are generally in an inconspicuous location. For example, a dresser may have the mark inside a drawer or on the back, while a hallmark on a table is often on a leg or under the tabletop. Once you locate a mark, you can use trusted online resources to identify the maker and learn more about them. If you can't find a marking on your piece, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can assist you with the identification process. Explore a large selection of antique furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024To tell antique furniture from reproduction, first check for a maker's mark. By researching the maker associated with the marking using trusted online resources, you can determine when they were active. If the company was in business 100 years ago or more, your piece may be an antique, but if the company's history began more recently, your piece is likely a reproduction. If you can't locate a marking, study the details of the furniture up close. Genuine antiques will often show tool marks and slight variations in carved details because they were typically handcrafted. Most contemporary furniture is machine-made, so you won't usually see these types of characteristics. When in doubt, have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer evaluate your furniture. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of antique furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021There are a number of factors that can indicate if your antique furniture is valuable. When determining the value of antique furniture, consider its rarity. Additionally, it is important to determine the quality and condition of vintage furniture. If unsure of the value of your vintage furniture, have it appraised.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024To date antique furniture from the UK, first look for identifying markings on the piece. You can then use trusted online resources to determine when the maker was active. From there, you may be able to estimate the year of production by looking at images of other furniture the maker produced. An expert appraiser or antiques dealer can also aid you in the dating process. Find a large selection of antique furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Antique furniture can be worth quite a lot, particularly if it is in good quality. The rarer the piece, the higher the value.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024Whether antique furniture is making a comeback is a matter of opinion. Many people would argue that antique furniture never faded from fashion, as there have always been individuals who love the idea of owning pieces that have history. Some of the most popular styles for antique furniture include Art Deco, Arts and Crafts, Renaissance Revival, Elizabethan, Gothic Revival, Victorian and Chippendale. Find a large collection of antique furniture from some of the world's top dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024To tell the difference between antique and reproduction furniture, first look at hidden areas, such as the backs or insides of the drawers. On reproduction furniture, you may find plywood or engineered wood in these areas, while antique furniture will usually have solid hardwood on drawer interiors and backs. Also, slight irregularities and marks indicating that the furniture was built with hand tools rather than machines usually suggest that the piece is antique. Because it can be difficult to differentiate reproductions from genuine antiques without expertise and training, you may wish to consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer about the age of your piece. Find a diverse assortment of antique furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 25, 2019
The difference between vintage and antique furniture is that vintage furniture is at least 20 years old, while antiques must be at least 100 years old to be considered antique.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 14, 2024To be considered antique, furniture must usually be at least 100 years old. Contemporary is the name for furniture produced within the last 20 years. Vintage furniture is at least 20 years old. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of antique, vintage and contemporary furniture from some of the world's top sellers.
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