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19th Century Indian Hardwood Travel Box
19th Century Indian Hardwood Travel Box

19th Century Indian Hardwood Travel Box

Located in GB

A stunning antique 19th century Indian hardwood travel box. Hand Carved and beautifully crafted, this box is a perfect example of Fine craftsmanship of the 19th Century in India. Rea...

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19th Century Asian Antique Wood Trunks

Materials

Wood

18th Century Leather Dome Top Trunk
18th Century Leather Dome Top Trunk

18th Century Leather Dome Top Trunk

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

18th century leather dome top trunk in good condition… With brass nail heads and brass bail pulls at the sides… The front lock does not work but the back plate as well as the strap h...

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18th Century Queen Anne Antique Wood Trunks

Materials

Leather, Wood

Korean Red & Black Lacquer Wedding Chest, c. 1920
Korean Red & Black Lacquer Wedding Chest, c. 1920

Korean Red & Black Lacquer Wedding Chest, c. 1920

Located in Chicago, IL

This lacquered wedding chest dates to the early 20th century and was likely originally used as a bridewealth chest during a traditional Korean wedding ceremony. The exterior is finis...

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Early 20th Century Korean Antique Wood Trunks

Materials

Brass

Korean Wedding Chest, c. 1920
Korean Wedding Chest, c. 1920

Korean Wedding Chest, c. 1920

Located in Chicago, IL

This lacquered wedding chest dates to the early 20th century and was likely originally used as a bridewealth chest during a traditional Korean wedding ceremony. The exterior is finis...

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Early 20th Century Korean Antique Wood Trunks

Materials

Brass

Antique Tiger oak Tea Cart Server Cart With Removable Glass Tray Top
Antique Tiger oak Tea Cart Server Cart With Removable Glass Tray Top

Antique Tiger oak Tea Cart Server Cart With Removable Glass Tray Top

Located in Norton, MA

We are pleased to offer this beautiful Regency-style Tiger Oak Tea Cart, from the late 19th to the early 20th century. Made of Oak with unique tiger patterns throughout with a remova...

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Late 19th Century American Regency Antique Wood Trunks

Materials

Metal

Coffer in Marqueterie
Coffer in Marqueterie

Coffer in Marqueterie

Located in Vista, CA

Trunk or coffer in marqueterie, either Swiss or German.

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Mid-19th Century European Antique Wood Trunks

Materials

Wood

ONE OF A KiND ANTIQUE BROWN LEATHER STEAMER TRUNK WITH ARMORIAL COAT OF ARMS
ONE OF A KiND ANTIQUE BROWN LEATHER STEAMER TRUNK WITH ARMORIAL COAT OF ARMS

ONE OF A KiND ANTIQUE BROWN LEATHER STEAMER TRUNK WITH ARMORIAL COAT OF ARMS

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this absolutely exquisite, fully restored, circa 1890-1900 hand dyed brown leather steamer trunk with one of...

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1890s English Late Victorian Antique Wood Trunks

Materials

Brass

Rare Antique French Goyard Wardrobe Steamer Trunk
Rare Antique French Goyard Wardrobe Steamer Trunk

Rare Antique French Goyard Wardrobe Steamer Trunk

Located in Atlanta, GA

A large and impressive E. Goyard steamer trunk, Paris, France circa 1900. It features a dome shaped trunk case covered with Goyard signature chevron canvas and befitted with patinate...

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Early 20th Century French Antique Wood Trunks

Materials

Bronze

English Coaching Trunk, circa 1875
English Coaching Trunk, circa 1875

English Coaching Trunk, circa 1875

Located in London, GB

English coaching trunk, circa 1875 A black leatherette coaching trunk, England, circa 1875. Black leatherette patina with reinforced studded steel brackets to corners and sides...

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19th Century English Victorian Antique Wood Trunks

Materials

Steel

Chinese 18th Ctr. Qing Dynasty Book Chest
Chinese 18th Ctr. Qing Dynasty Book Chest

Chinese 18th Ctr. Qing Dynasty Book Chest

Located in Kastrup, DK

18th Century book chest in red lacquer. The top lifts up to reveal an open interior storage compartment. Front with a pair of doors with fillings made of natural wicker. In between ...

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Late 18th Century Chinese Qing Antique Wood Trunks

Materials

Metal

18th Century Pair of Italian Polychrome Coffers
18th Century Pair of Italian Polychrome Coffers

18th Century Pair of Italian Polychrome Coffers

Located in Marbella, ES

18th century pair of Italian polychrome coffers, hand painted in green and typical Italian period ochre color vegetable and ornamental motifs. Featured in "Arredo Domestico", a c...

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Mid-18th Century Italian Antique Wood Trunks

Materials

Wood

Delightful Antique Painted Hope Chest with Handpainted Dutch Figures
Delightful Antique Painted Hope Chest with Handpainted Dutch Figures

Delightful Antique Painted Hope Chest with Handpainted Dutch Figures

Located in Hopewell, NJ

A wonderful folk art hand painted antique trunk or chest in a yellow gold having charming male and female Dutch peasants adorning the top. Great size for a small coffee table with st...

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Early 1900s North American Folk Art Antique Wood Trunks

Materials

Wood

Antique Leather Traveling Trunk with Hand-Painted Carriage Scene
Antique Leather Traveling Trunk with Hand-Painted Carriage Scene

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 Wood Trunks

Materials

Brass, Iron

Large Antique Chinese Lacquered Trunk or Blanket Chest
Large Antique Chinese Lacquered Trunk or Blanket Chest

Large Antique Chinese Lacquered Trunk or Blanket Chest

Located in Sheffield, MA

The chest has dark reddish brown lacquered wood on the outside and the inside is lined with tan imitation leather material. There are three brass latches, one large one in front and...

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Late 19th Century Chinese Other Antique Wood Trunks

Materials

Brass, Iron

19th C Paint Decorated Pennsylvania Blanket Chest
19th C Paint Decorated Pennsylvania Blanket Chest

19th C Paint Decorated Pennsylvania Blanket Chest

Located in Los Angeles, CA

19th c paint decorated Pennsylvania blanket chest (Lancaster County) The blanket chest is dovetailed case and has original bracket feet. Original button box interior and paint, chest...

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19th Century American Country Antique Wood Trunks

Materials

Wood

Chinese Late 19th Century Red Trunk with Black Hand-Painted Riders on Horses
Chinese Late 19th Century Red Trunk with Black Hand-Painted Riders on Horses

Chinese Late 19th Century Red Trunk with Black Hand-Painted Riders on Horses

Located in Yonkers, NY

An Indonesian Palembang trunk from the late 19th, early 20th century, with hand-painted décor. Created in Indonesia during the Turn of the Century, this Palembang trunk attracts our ...

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Late 19th Century Indonesian Antique Wood Trunks

Materials

Wood

18th Century Spanish Studded Leather Trunk with Lockable Compartments
18th Century Spanish Studded Leather Trunk with Lockable Compartments

18th Century Spanish Studded Leather Trunk with Lockable Compartments

Located in Dallas, TX

With two lockable compartments on the front façade, this studded leather trunk is a very unique storage piece. Hand-crafted in Spain during the 1700s, the trunk is well-engineered, w...

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18th Century Spanish Antique Wood Trunks

Materials

Metal, Brass

Industrial Red Hand-Painted Crates Joseph Malecki Buffalo New York Folk Art
Industrial Red Hand-Painted Crates Joseph Malecki Buffalo New York Folk Art

Industrial Red Hand-Painted Crates Joseph Malecki Buffalo New York Folk Art

Located in Hyattsville, MD

Rare 1920s red and white hand-painted wooden Abattoirs' Sausage transport crates or boxes. Very good vintage condition. From Old Abattoir, Malecki's Meat Company of Buffalo New York.

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1920s American Antique Wood Trunks

Materials

Wood

Goyard Trunk, 1910 France
Goyard Trunk, 1910 France

Goyard Trunk, 1910 France

By Goyard

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Astounding vintage Goyard trunk in a rare extra large size. The oldest and largest antique Goyard trunk available for sale anywhere. Completely original leather, canvas and brass, un...

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1910s French Mid-Century Modern Antique Wood Trunks

Materials

Brass

Adirondack Twig Work Chest
Adirondack Twig Work Chest

Adirondack Twig Work Chest

Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID

Adirondack twig-work lidded and handled box with original fabric inside. Exceptional patina and condition. Great for a lodge or cabin. Period: Last Quarter 19th century Origin: No...

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Late 19th Century American Antique Wood Trunks

Materials

Wood

Chalons Steamer Trunk, circa 1915
Chalons Steamer Trunk, circa 1915

Chalons Steamer Trunk, circa 1915

Located in London, GB

A wonderful trunk by the French Grand Magasin, Chalons, of Alexandria Egypt. With brass fittings, and original interior lining and key, circa 1915. Dimensions: 102 cm/40 inches (le...

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1910s French Antique Wood Trunks

Materials

Brass

18th Century Colonial Wooden Chest with Relief Carvings and Iron Fittings
18th Century Colonial Wooden Chest with Relief Carvings and Iron Fittings

18th Century Colonial Wooden Chest with Relief Carvings and Iron Fittings

Located in Marbella, ES

18th century colonial wooden trunk with hand carved ornamental, flower and bust reliefs on top and sides. Wrought iron fittings, decorations and side handles.  

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Mid-18th Century South American Antique Wood Trunks

Materials

Iron

French 1700's Stage Coach Messenger Box with Horse Hair and Iron
French 1700's Stage Coach Messenger Box with Horse Hair and Iron

French 1700's Stage Coach Messenger Box with Horse Hair and Iron

Located in Louisville, KY

This whimsically charming 18th c. French messenger box is quite the unique find. The outside is covered in horse hide with a bit of the hair still intact. The leather is held in plac...

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Early 18th Century French George II Antique Wood Trunks

Materials

Bronze, Iron

Rustic Moroccan Wooden Trunk Chest
Rustic Moroccan Wooden Trunk Chest

Rustic Moroccan Wooden Trunk Chest

Located in Pasadena, TX

A rustic wooden trunk or chest made in Morocco perhaps at the turn of the twentieth century with carved feet, expsed nail heads and an iron latch.

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Early 20th Century Moroccan Antique Wood Trunks

Materials

Iron

Period Louis XIV Oak and Iron Domed Trunk, Northeast France, Circa 1700
Period Louis XIV Oak and Iron Domed Trunk, Northeast France, Circa 1700

Period Louis XIV Oak and Iron Domed Trunk, Northeast France, Circa 1700

Located in Dallas, TX

A fantastic example of a period Louis XIV trunk, the oak body, which features a domed top, is bound with ornate iron strapwork. The trunk originated in northeast France and was hand-...

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Early 1700s French Louis XIV Antique Wood Trunks

Materials

Metal, Iron

French Leather Trunk with Original Train Labels Paris to Chantilly, Late 19th C
French Leather Trunk with Original Train Labels Paris to Chantilly, Late 19th C

French Leather Trunk with Original Train Labels Paris to Chantilly, Late 19th C

Located in Labrit, Landes

French antique trunk, made of wicker, coated canvas, and with leather belts. Two train labels from a journey from Paris to Chantilly (city known for her castel and her royal stables)...

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Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Wood Trunks

Materials

Leather, Fabric, Wicker, Wood

Original Early 1900s French Steamer Wardrobe Trunk Chest
Original Early 1900s French Steamer Wardrobe Trunk Chest

Original Early 1900s French Steamer Wardrobe Trunk Chest

Located in North York, ON

Original early 1900s French steamer trunk wardrobe chest. In all original good condition with original interior fitting, compartments, hangers and hardware. The interior and drawer c...

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1920s French Industrial Antique Wood Trunks

Materials

Brass

19th Century Chinese Trunk with Red and Gold Lacquer
19th Century Chinese Trunk with Red and Gold Lacquer

19th Century Chinese Trunk with Red and Gold Lacquer

Located in Dallas, TX

A 19th century Chinese red lacquered trunk with gilt decoration depicting a court scene with mountains and foliage. This highly decorative trunk is very functional and could be used...

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Late 19th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Antique Wood Trunks

Materials

Bronze

Louis Vuitton Early 20th Century Luggage Suitcase Brown Leather Brass Locks
Louis Vuitton Early 20th Century Luggage Suitcase Brown Leather Brass Locks

Louis Vuitton Early 20th Century Luggage Suitcase Brown Leather Brass Locks

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Sacile, PN

Suitcase by Louis Vuitton, dated 1910 circa. Engraved latch, brown and camel leather.

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Early 20th Century French Antique Wood Trunks

Materials

Brass

Early 1900s Antique Steamer Trunk from "Innovation" New York, USA
Early 1900s Antique Steamer Trunk from "Innovation" New York, USA

Early 1900s Antique Steamer Trunk from "Innovation" New York, USA

By Innovation

Located in Buffalo, NY

Weathered steamer trunk from "Innovation" New York, 1903. Made of corrugated hard pressed vulcanized fiber in black with red detailing and dark brown leather trim. Retains origina...

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Early 1900s American Industrial Antique Wood Trunks

Materials

Steel

19th Century Chinese Leather Trunk
19th Century Chinese Leather Trunk

19th Century Chinese Leather Trunk

Located in Dallas, TX

A 19th century Chinese lacquered leather trunk with bronze hardware and raised decoration. This decorative trunk has a beautiful old patina and is great for storage.

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Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Wood Trunks

Materials

Bronze

17th Century Leather Travelling Trunk
17th Century Leather Travelling Trunk

17th Century Leather Travelling Trunk

Located in Greenwich, CT

Rare 17th century leather wrapped traveling trunk with its original wrought iron carrying handles and clasp. Original hand-painted coat of arms still retained on interior of lid.

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18th Century and Earlier English Antique Wood Trunks

Materials

Iron

Louis Vuitton Trunk 1913
Louis Vuitton Trunk 1913

Louis Vuitton Trunk 1913

By Louis Vuitton

Located in palm beach, FL

Exceptional Louis Vuitton wardrobe trunk features stenciled monogram canvas; brown loziné LV stamped solid brass locks and studs. Customized yellow and black stripes give a lot of ch...

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Early 20th Century French Antique Wood Trunks

Materials

Bronze

Brown Alligator Travel Trunk
Brown Alligator Travel Trunk

Brown Alligator Travel Trunk

Located in Westport, CT

English brown alligator brass lock hardware large travel trunk, with all original lining.

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Early 20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Antique Wood Trunks

Materials

Brass

Art Deco Black Alligator Suitcase
Art Deco Black Alligator Suitcase

Art Deco Black Alligator Suitcase

By America Pedro P. Diaz 1

Located in Westport, CT

Art Deco black alligator suitcase with original satin lining and straps. Chrome hardware and original label. America Pedro P Diaz Arequipa De Peru.

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Early 20th Century Peruvian Art Deco Antique Wood Trunks

Materials

Animal Skin, Fabric, Scrap Wood

19TH CENTURY ENGLISH ANTiQUE FULLY RESTORED CAMPHOR WOOD CHEST STORAGE TRUNK
19TH CENTURY ENGLISH ANTiQUE FULLY RESTORED CAMPHOR WOOD CHEST STORAGE TRUNK

19TH CENTURY ENGLISH ANTiQUE FULLY RESTORED CAMPHOR WOOD CHEST STORAGE TRUNK

Located in Pulborough, GB

Camphor wood trunks were highly prized throughout the 18th and 19th centuries, particularly for travel, storage, and campaign use.

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19th Century British Antique Wood Trunks

Materials

Hardwood

Pair of Antique Leather Campaign Trunks
Pair of Antique Leather Campaign Trunks

Pair of Antique Leather Campaign Trunks

Located in Bradford-on-Avon, Wiltshire

A rare pair of Regency English-made Campaign trunks in black morocco leather with steel edges and brass studs. Bearing the label: H. Herbert, 187 Strand and stating that the company ...

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1820s English Regency Antique Wood Trunks

Materials

Steel

Pair of Chinese Oxblood Red Harmony Trunks, c. 1800
Pair of Chinese Oxblood Red Harmony Trunks, c. 1800

Pair of Chinese Oxblood Red Harmony Trunks, c. 1800

Located in Chicago, IL

This statement pair of storage trunks from northern China accent modern interiors with rich color, hand-painted artistry and a weathered texture that only time can achieve. Dated to ...

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Early 19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Wood Trunks

Materials

Wood

Pair of Italian Trunks Upholstered in Antique White Linen
Pair of Italian Trunks Upholstered in Antique White Linen

Pair of Italian Trunks Upholstered in Antique White Linen

Located in Washington, DC

Pair of Italian trunks upholstered in antique white linen.

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Early 1800s Italian Antique Wood Trunks

Materials

Linen, Wood

19th Century Rustic Octagonal Wooden Planters Made from Tree Trunks
19th Century Rustic Octagonal Wooden Planters Made from Tree Trunks

19th Century Rustic Octagonal Wooden Planters Made from Tree Trunks

Located in Yonkers, NY

This pair of antique rustic octagonal wooden planters, priced and sold individually at $350 each, captivates with their authentic charm and simple yet striking design. Carved from tr...

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19th Century Indonesian Antique Wood Trunks

Materials

Wood

Louis Philippe Style French Dressing Table with Mirror and Drawers
Louis Philippe Style French Dressing Table with Mirror and Drawers

Louis Philippe Style French Dressing Table with Mirror and Drawers

Located in Prato, Tuscany

The exact term is Italian "lastronatura" untranslatable into English, in fact, "lastronatura" is very different and older than "wood veneer". This craft technique spread as early as ...

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Late 19th Century French Louis Philippe Antique Wood Trunks

Materials

Walnut

Set of Four 18th Century Chairs, France, Cherry, Painted, Directoire, circa 1800
Set of Four 18th Century Chairs, France, Cherry, Painted, Directoire, circa 1800

Set of Four 18th Century Chairs, France, Cherry, Painted, Directoire, circa 1800

Located in Greven, DE

The texture of the cherry tree is simple and straight, ingrown branches or unevenly grown trunks enliven the wood. The reddish-brown color of the cherry tree darkens over the years a...

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1790s French Directoire Antique Wood Trunks

Materials

Cherry

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Antique Wood Trunks For Sale on 1stDibs

Find a variety of antique wood trunks available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, metal and brass, all antique wood trunks available were constructed with great care. There are all kinds of antique wood trunks available, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. Art Deco, Victorian and Industrial antique wood trunks are consistently popular styles. Louis Vuitton, Goyard and Au Départ each produced beautiful antique wood trunks that are worth considering.

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.

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