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Vintage Steamer Trunk Dresser
Vintage Steamer Trunk Dresser

Vintage Steamer Trunk Dresser

Located in Brooklyn, NY

A stunning fusion of nostalgic allure and practical function, this vintage mid‑century steamer

Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Wood

French Antique Steamer Trunk Suitcase
French Antique Steamer Trunk Suitcase

French Antique Steamer Trunk Suitcase

Located in SAINTE-COLOMBE, FR

French Antique Steamer Trunk Suitcase A sturdy Steamer Trunk / Travelling Suitcase that features

Category

Early 20th Century French Art Deco Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Metal

Vintage Hartmann Gibraltarized Hard Case Steamer Trunk Luggage 1940's
Vintage Hartmann Gibraltarized Hard Case Steamer Trunk Luggage 1940's

Vintage Hartmann Gibraltarized Hard Case Steamer Trunk Luggage 1940's

By Hartmann Trunk Company

Located in St.Petersburg, FL

A vintage Hartmann "Gibraltarized" steamer trunk with original hardware and details ca' 1940's.

Category

Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

Oshkosh Fitted Wardrobe Steamer Trunk
Oshkosh Fitted Wardrobe Steamer Trunk

Oshkosh Fitted Wardrobe Steamer Trunk

By Oshkosh Trunks & Luggage Inc.

Located in Fulton, CA

A vintage steamer trunk by Oshkosh Trunks & Luggage Inc. Fitted with 3 removable storage

Category

Mid-20th Century American Industrial Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Metal

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

Category

Early 20th Century French Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Bronze

Early 20th Century American Camphor Wood Steamer Trunk
Early 20th Century American Camphor Wood Steamer Trunk

Early 20th Century American Camphor Wood Steamer Trunk

Located in San Francisco, CA

American Camphor wood steamer trunk. Solid planks of camphor wood and Iron hardware. In excellent

Category

Early 20th Century American Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Iron

French 19th Century Steamer Trunk
French 19th Century Steamer Trunk

French 19th Century Steamer Trunk

Located in Baton Rouge, LA

consistent with age and use, please view the detailed images of this unique 1800s steamer trunk.

Category

Antique 19th Century French Other Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Metal

Vintage Boho Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk
Vintage Boho Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk

Vintage Boho Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk

By Louis Vuitton

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A spectacular vintage Boho Steamer trunk. Made by the prestigious Louis Vuitton group. All over

Category

Early 20th Century French Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Leather, Wood

19th Century Barrel-Stave Steamer Trunk
19th Century Barrel-Stave Steamer Trunk

19th Century Barrel-Stave Steamer Trunk

Located in Bradenton, FL

An antique barrel-stave steamer trunk dating from the mid 19th century. Made of oak, it has a domed

Category

Antique 19th Century American Blanket Chests

Materials

Iron

Large Leather Steamer Trunk
Large Leather Steamer Trunk

Large Leather Steamer Trunk

$1,840Sale Price|46% Off

Large Leather Steamer Trunk

Located in Faversham, GB

A wonderful late 19th-century leather steamer trunk. The trunk is made of canvas and has been

Category

Antique Late 19th Century British Late Victorian Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Leather, Wicker

19th Century Wood and Metal Steamer Trunk with Leather Edges
19th Century Wood and Metal Steamer Trunk with Leather Edges

19th Century Wood and Metal Steamer Trunk with Leather Edges

Located in Van Nuys, CA

19th Century Wood and Metal Steamer Trunk with Leather Edges, the trunk has been repainted and

Category

Antique 1890s American Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Metal

Antique Overland Trunk Wardrobe Fitted Steamer Trunk Luggage Closet
Antique Overland Trunk Wardrobe Fitted Steamer Trunk Luggage Closet

Antique Overland Trunk Wardrobe Fitted Steamer Trunk Luggage Closet

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Antique Overland Trunk Wardrobe Fitted Steamer Trunk Luggage Closet. item features W.E." monogram

Category

Early 20th Century Art Deco Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Wood

Antique 1920s Henry Likly Standing Wardrobe Steamer Trunk
Antique 1920s Henry Likly Standing Wardrobe Steamer Trunk

Antique 1920s Henry Likly Standing Wardrobe Steamer Trunk

Located in Esperance, NY

For sale is a stunning antique steamer trunk, complete with its original features. This trunk

Category

Vintage 1920s American Blanket Chests

Materials

Leather, Wood

American Victorian Multi-Drawer Leather and Brass Steamer Trunk
American Victorian Multi-Drawer Leather and Brass Steamer Trunk

American Victorian Multi-Drawer Leather and Brass Steamer Trunk

Located in Queens, NY

American Victorian (late 1800s) steamer trunk with a brown leather exterior with brass closures and

Category

Antique 19th Century American British Colonial Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

Vintage Boho Goyard Steamer Trunk
Vintage Boho Goyard Steamer Trunk

Vintage Boho Goyard Steamer Trunk

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Capture a piece of legendary French luxury with this authentic vintage steamer trunk from the

Category

Early 20th Century French Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

Antique Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk, c. 1870's
Antique Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk, c. 1870's

Antique Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk, c. 1870's

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Rare Louis Vuitton steamer trunk with its original interior sticker showcasing its provenance and

Category

Antique 1870s French Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Metal

Vintage Faux Alligator Steamer Trunk Bar by Maitland Smith
Vintage Faux Alligator Steamer Trunk Bar by Maitland Smith

Vintage Faux Alligator Steamer Trunk Bar by Maitland Smith

By Maitland Smith

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Dashing vintage steamer trunk clad in faux alligator leather with brown leather straps and brass

Category

20th Century Philippine Victorian Dry Bars

Materials

Faux Leather

Vintage Leather Luggage Case Steamer Trunk Coffee Table
Vintage Leather Luggage Case Steamer Trunk Coffee Table

Vintage Leather Luggage Case Steamer Trunk Coffee Table

Located in Potters Bar, GB

reveal ample storage inside Great piece of steamer trunk vintage, even has some stickers left on from

Category

Vintage 1980s Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Leather, Wood

Louis Vuitton, Steamer Trunk, Monogram Canvas, Leather, Special Order
Louis Vuitton, Steamer Trunk, Monogram Canvas, Leather, Special Order

Louis Vuitton, Steamer Trunk, Monogram Canvas, Leather, Special Order

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Manhasset, NY

Louis Vuitton, Steamer Trunk, Monogram Canvas, Leather, Special Order Style m12031 Custom with a

Category

1990s French Modern Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

John P. Shriner & Co. Domed Steamer Trunk
John P. Shriner & Co. Domed Steamer Trunk

John P. Shriner & Co. Domed Steamer Trunk

Located in Bridgeport, CT

A colorful John P. Shriner & Co. steamer trunk in classic domed formed with vibrant paneled black

Category

Antique 19th Century American Rustic Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Metal

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

Category

Antique Early 1900s American Industrial Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Steel

Antique American Victorian Floral Embossed Oak & Metal Dome Top Steamer Trunk
Antique American Victorian Floral Embossed Oak & Metal Dome Top Steamer Trunk

Antique American Victorian Floral Embossed Oak & Metal Dome Top Steamer Trunk

Located in Dayton, OH

A charming antique 19th century steamer trunk. Made from oak with metal paneling and banding. The

Category

Antique 19th Century American Victorian Blanket Chests

Materials

Metal

Silver and Gold Steamer Trunk Case, Cartier for Cole Porter
Silver and Gold Steamer Trunk Case, Cartier for Cole Porter

Silver and Gold Steamer Trunk Case, Cartier for Cole Porter

By Cartier

Located in Riverdale, NY

Amazing and Rare Silver and Gold Steamer Trunk Case, by Cartier for Cole Porter. Cole Porter, one

Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Boxes and Cases

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Silver

Louis Vuitton, Large Steamer Trunk, Monogram Canvas, Leather, Special Order
Louis Vuitton, Large Steamer Trunk, Monogram Canvas, Leather, Special Order

Louis Vuitton, Large Steamer Trunk, Monogram Canvas, Leather, Special Order

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Manhasset, NY

Louis Vuitton, Large Steamer Trunk or Wardrobe Case, Monogram Canvas, Leather, Special Order Model

Category

20th Century French Modern Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

Early 20th C. American Dome Top Metal, Wood and Leather Steamer's Trunk
Early 20th C. American Dome Top Metal, Wood and Leather Steamer's Trunk

Early 20th C. American Dome Top Metal, Wood and Leather Steamer's Trunk

Located in Germantown, MD

Early 20th Century American Dome Top Metal, Wood and Leather Steamer's Trunk on Wheels and

Category

Early 20th Century American American Colonial Blanket Chests

Materials

Metal

1900s Seasoned English Canvas Leather Wood Steamer Trunk with Brass Hardware
1900s Seasoned English Canvas Leather Wood Steamer Trunk with Brass Hardware

1900s Seasoned English Canvas Leather Wood Steamer Trunk with Brass Hardware

Located in Vancouver, British Columbia

English steamer trunk which exudes old world charm and historic originality down to unrestored

Category

Antique Early 1900s English Edwardian Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Canvas

Vintage Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk, Leather & Brass, 1930's France
Vintage Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk, Leather & Brass, 1930's France

Vintage Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk, Leather & Brass, 1930's France

By Louis Vuitton

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Vintage Louis Vuitton Iconic Steamer Trunk from the collection of Joan Whitney Payson, American

Category

20th Century French Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

Steamer Trunk Style Two Drawer Chest by Archive Home for Century
Steamer Trunk Style Two Drawer Chest by Archive Home for Century

Steamer Trunk Style Two Drawer Chest by Archive Home for Century

By Century Furniture

Located in San Diego, CA

A very nice steamer trunk style two drawer chest by Archive Home for Century Furniture, circa 2020s

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Vintage Flat Top Steamer Trunk, 20th Century
Vintage Flat Top Steamer Trunk, 20th Century

Vintage Flat Top Steamer Trunk, 20th Century

Located in LA CIOTAT, FR

This striking vintage steamer trunk combines timeless functionality with classic design. Likely

Category

20th Century French Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Metal, Brass

Fitted Steamer Trunk Cabin Wardrobe, Black Canvas, Arts & Crafts
Fitted Steamer Trunk Cabin Wardrobe, Black Canvas, Arts & Crafts

Fitted Steamer Trunk Cabin Wardrobe, Black Canvas, Arts & Crafts

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

Fitted Steamer Trunk Cabin Wardrobe, A Superb piece of history dating back to the time when your

Category

Antique Early 1900s Arts and Crafts Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Canvas

Fitted Steamer Trunk or Cabin Wardrobe, portmanteau by LG Paris
Fitted Steamer Trunk or Cabin Wardrobe, portmanteau by LG Paris

Fitted Steamer Trunk or Cabin Wardrobe, portmanteau by LG Paris

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

Fitted steamer trunk or cabin wardrobe, portmanteau by LG Paris A superb piece of history dating

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Trunks and Luggage

1920's Louis Vuitton Trunk, Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk in Monogram
1920's Louis Vuitton Trunk, Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk in Monogram

1920's Louis Vuitton Trunk, Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk in Monogram

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Superb Louis Vuitton steamer trunk featuring stenciled canvas, all leather trim in deep chocolate

Category

Vintage 1920s French Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

STUNNING RESTORED ANTiQUE VICTORIAN HAND STUDDED BROWN LEATHER STEAMER TRUNK
STUNNING RESTORED ANTiQUE VICTORIAN HAND STUDDED BROWN LEATHER STEAMER TRUNK

STUNNING RESTORED ANTiQUE VICTORIAN HAND STUDDED BROWN LEATHER STEAMER TRUNK

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

, fully restored, circa 1860-1880 hand dyed brown leather domed top steamer trunk with ornate stud work

Category

Antique 1860s English Victorian Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

ANTiQUE BROWN LEATHER INNOVATION COMPANY WARDROBE STEAMER TRUNK COFFEE TABLE
ANTiQUE BROWN LEATHER INNOVATION COMPANY WARDROBE STEAMER TRUNK COFFEE TABLE

ANTiQUE BROWN LEATHER INNOVATION COMPANY WARDROBE STEAMER TRUNK COFFEE TABLE

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

brown leather and steel wardrobe steamer trunk made by Innovation with original internals Please note

Category

Antique Early 1900s English Edwardian Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Steel

Late 19thC Wood & Metal Steamer Trunk New York To London Cocktail Table
Late 19thC Wood & Metal Steamer Trunk New York To London Cocktail Table

Late 19thC Wood & Metal Steamer Trunk New York To London Cocktail Table

Located in Port Jervis, NY

Fabulous steamer trunk from the late 19th century in spectacular condition with London - New York

Category

Antique 1890s American Industrial Blanket Chests

Materials

Metal

Vuitton Malle Haute 110 , Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk 110 cm
Vuitton Malle Haute 110 , Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk 110 cm

Vuitton Malle Haute 110 , Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk 110 cm

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

This superb contemporary Louis Vuitton steamer trunk features the beautiful monogram canvas, all

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

Extra Large Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk, Vuitton Malle Haute 110 Trunk
Extra Large Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk, Vuitton Malle Haute 110 Trunk

Extra Large Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk, Vuitton Malle Haute 110 Trunk

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

This superb contemporary Louis Vuitton steamer trunk features the beautiful monogram canvas, all

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

Checkers Louis Vuitton Trunk, 85 cm Damiers Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk
Checkers Louis Vuitton Trunk, 85 cm Damiers Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk

Checkers Louis Vuitton Trunk, 85 cm Damiers Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Vuitton's Paris and London locations. Thanks to its size, this beautiful Louis Vuitton steamer trunk could

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Steel

World War II Military Campaign Steamer Trunk Owner Major McGregor Medical Corps
World War II Military Campaign Steamer Trunk Owner Major McGregor Medical Corps

World War II Military Campaign Steamer Trunk Owner Major McGregor Medical Corps

Located in Reading, Berkshire

A Well Preserved British World War II Military Campaign Steamer Trunk. Owner Major RM McGregor

Category

Early 20th Century English Campaign Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

Art Deco Steamer Trunk or Cabin Wardrobe by Hartman Luggage Co.
Art Deco Steamer Trunk or Cabin Wardrobe by Hartman Luggage Co.

Art Deco Steamer Trunk or Cabin Wardrobe by Hartman Luggage Co.

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

Art Deco Steamer Trunk or Cabin Wardrobe by Hartman Luggage Co. Early 20th Century Estate Wardrobe

Category

Antique Early 1900s Art Deco Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Steel

Large Louis Vuitton Wardrobe Trunk , Louis Vuitton Trunk, Vuitton Steamer Trunk
Large Louis Vuitton Wardrobe Trunk , Louis Vuitton Trunk, Vuitton Steamer Trunk

Large Louis Vuitton Wardrobe Trunk , Louis Vuitton Trunk, Vuitton Steamer Trunk

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

used before . Louis Vuitton still sells this model of steamer trunk on special order at approximately

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

Louis Vuitton Courier Steamer Trunk
Louis Vuitton Courier Steamer Trunk

Louis Vuitton Courier Steamer Trunk

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Water Mill, NY

44" long vintage Louis Vuitton footlocker with four trays, leather handles and keys.

Category

Vintage 1950s French Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

Monumental Canvas and Leather Steamer Trunk Coffee Table 5 Ft.
Monumental Canvas and Leather Steamer Trunk Coffee Table 5 Ft.

Monumental Canvas and Leather Steamer Trunk Coffee Table 5 Ft.

Located in Rio Vista, CA

A handsome Campaign-style steamer trunk or coffee table executed in ivory canvas panels, honey

Category

20th Century American Campaign Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass

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

Category

Vintage 1910s French Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

1900s Wooden Steamer Trunk With Brass and Leather Accents by Paul Romand, France
1900s Wooden Steamer Trunk With Brass and Leather Accents by Paul Romand, France

1900s Wooden Steamer Trunk With Brass and Leather Accents by Paul Romand, France

By Paul Romand

Located in North Miami, FL

1900s wooden steamer trunk with brass and leather accents by Paul Romand, France By: Paul Romand

Category

Antique Early 1900s French Belle Époque Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Metal, Brass, Copper, Zinc

ANTIQUE ViCTORIAN LEATHER ELM & CANVAS STEAMER TRUNK CHEST COFFEE TABLE MUST SEE
ANTIQUE ViCTORIAN LEATHER ELM & CANVAS STEAMER TRUNK CHEST COFFEE TABLE MUST SEE

ANTIQUE ViCTORIAN LEATHER ELM & CANVAS STEAMER TRUNK CHEST COFFEE TABLE MUST SEE

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

rivets, leather handled, canvas steamer trunk This is a very well made example of a steamer trunk

Category

Antique 1880s English High Victorian Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Leather, Canvas, Elm

Fitted Steamer Trunk or Cabin Wardrobe, by Excelsior USA  A Superb piece
Fitted Steamer Trunk or Cabin Wardrobe, by Excelsior USA  A Superb piece

Fitted Steamer Trunk or Cabin Wardrobe, by Excelsior USA A Superb piece

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

Fitted Steamer Trunk or Cabin Wardrobe, by Excelsior USA A Superb piece of history dating back to

Category

Antique Early 1900s Art Deco Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Canvas

1920's Louis Vuitton Trunk in Monogram, Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk 100 cm
1920's Louis Vuitton Trunk in Monogram, Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk 100 cm

1920's Louis Vuitton Trunk in Monogram, Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk 100 cm

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

This superb Louis Vuitton steamer trunk features stenciled monogram canvas, honey color lozine trim

Category

Vintage 1920s French Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

Extra Large Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk, High Vuitton Trunk in Checkers Canvas
Extra Large Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk, High Vuitton Trunk in Checkers Canvas

Extra Large Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk, High Vuitton Trunk in Checkers Canvas

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

This superb Louis Vuitton steamer trunk features the very sought after checkers canvas, all leather

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

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Steamer Trunk For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal steamer trunk for your home. Each steamer trunk for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, wood and animal skin. There are 467 variations of the antique or vintage steamer trunk you’re looking for, while we also have 1 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. Your living room may not be complete without a steamer trunk — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. Each steamer trunk bearing Art Deco, Victorian or Industrial hallmarks is very popular. A well-made steamer trunk has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Louis Vuitton, Goyard and Compactom 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 Steamer Trunk
  • 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 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 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 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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