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Goyard Steamer Trunk
Goyard Steamer Trunk

Goyard Steamer Trunk

By Goyard

Located in London, GB

A splendid large size steamer trunk by Goyard with chevron pattern canvas covering, leather trim

Category

Early 20th Century French Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

Industrial Riveted Aluminum Steamer Trunk
Industrial Riveted Aluminum Steamer Trunk

Industrial Riveted Aluminum Steamer Trunk

Located in Rochester, NY

A large industrial riveted aluminum steamer trunk with with old paper labels on exterior that read

Category

Vintage 1940s Industrial Trunks and Luggage

Antique Steamer Trunk, 1930s
Antique Steamer Trunk, 1930s

Antique Steamer Trunk, 1930s

Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest

Beautiful and fully original steamer trunk. This authentic traveller's case (steamer trunk) was

Category

Vintage 1930s Austrian Art Deco Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Leather, Fabric, Wood

1920s Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk
1920s Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk

1920s Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Montreal, QC

1920s Louis Vuitton steamer trunk with studded black metal trim and all inscribed L.V. with surface

Category

Vintage 1920s French Blanket Chests

Louis Vuitton Antique Monogram Steamer Trunk
Louis Vuitton Antique Monogram Steamer Trunk

Louis Vuitton Antique Monogram Steamer Trunk

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Bradenton, FL

A large high quality antique vintage Louis Vuitton steamer trunk. Early production from turn of the

Category

Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Other

1930's Vellum Steamer Trunk
1930's Vellum Steamer Trunk

1930's Vellum Steamer Trunk

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

This beautiful vellum steamer trunk features brass and still fittings with wood slats ans leather

Category

Vintage 1920s French Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass, Steel

American Brass Mounted Steamer Trunk
American Brass Mounted Steamer Trunk

American Brass Mounted Steamer Trunk

Located in Astoria, NY

American Brass Mounted and Canvas Covered Wood Steamer Trunk, marked "Eagle Lock Co. / Terryville

Category

Early 20th Century American American Empire Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

Louis Vuitton Monogram Steamer Trunk
Louis Vuitton Monogram Steamer Trunk

Louis Vuitton Monogram Steamer Trunk

By Louis Vuitton

Located in London, GB

An attractive Louis Vuitton steamer trunk with lozine trim, leather handles and original interior

Category

20th Century French Trunks and Luggage

Vintage Louis Vuitton  Steamer Trunk
Vintage Louis Vuitton  Steamer Trunk

Vintage Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk

Located in Water Mill, NY

Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk - Man's Wardrobe-opens on top and in the middle to reveal hanging on

Category

Early 20th Century French Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

Antique Pukka Leather Steamer Trunk
Antique Pukka Leather Steamer Trunk

Antique Pukka Leather Steamer Trunk

By Pukka

Located in Wilton, CT

A 1920s steamer trunk in great, worn condition. Marked on top "Derbyshire." A nice relic of the

Category

Early 20th Century British Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

19Thc Original Painted Steamer Trunk
19Thc Original Painted Steamer Trunk

19Thc Original Painted Steamer Trunk

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Fantastic original painted 19thc dome top trunk or steamer trunk in fantastic condition. It has a

Category

Antique Late 19th Century American Adirondack Blanket Chests

Materials

Metal

circa 1900 Louis Vuitton steamer trunk
circa 1900 Louis Vuitton steamer trunk

circa 1900 Louis Vuitton steamer trunk

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Westport, CT

1890's-1910 authentic Louis Vuitton steamer trunk with handmade steel wrought iron base.in great

Category

Early 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Trunks and Luggage

1920s Beige Moynat Steamer Trunk
1920s Beige Moynat Steamer Trunk

1920s Beige Moynat Steamer Trunk

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

This nice steamer trunk features beige canvas, leather trim and side handles silver aluminum

Category

Vintage 1930s French Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass, Aluminum

Louis Vuitton  1920's  Rare Steamer Trunk
Louis Vuitton  1920's  Rare Steamer Trunk

Louis Vuitton 1920's Rare Steamer Trunk

Located in Water Mill, NY

Rare Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk with Basket and Tray

Category

Early 20th Century French Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Wood, Canvas

1930's Vellum Steamer Trunk
1930's Vellum Steamer Trunk

1930's Vellum Steamer Trunk

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

This beautiful vellum steamer trunk features wood slats,brass and steel fittings and leather side

Category

Vintage 1920s French Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Wood

20th Century Refurbished Leather Steamer Trunk
20th Century Refurbished Leather Steamer Trunk

20th Century Refurbished Leather Steamer Trunk

Located in High Point, NC

Early 20th century English steamer trunk which has been completely refurbished. The exterior

Category

Early 20th Century English Edwardian Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

Vintage Louis Vuitton Flat Steamer Trunk
Vintage Louis Vuitton Flat Steamer Trunk

Vintage Louis Vuitton Flat Steamer Trunk

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Pawtucket, RI

Louis Vuitton flat steamer trunk in good condition. Exterior is very intact with minimal sticker

Category

Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Trunks and Luggage

1920s Louis Vuitton Courrier Steamer Trunk
1920s Louis Vuitton Courrier Steamer Trunk

1920s Louis Vuitton Courrier Steamer Trunk

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Superb Louis Vuitton steamer trunk featuring stenciled canvas,leather trim,brass locks,corners and

Category

Vintage 1920s French Trunks and Luggage

1920s Brown Moynat Steamer Trunk, Moynat Trunk
1920s Brown Moynat Steamer Trunk, Moynat Trunk

1920s Brown Moynat Steamer Trunk, Moynat Trunk

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

This beautiful Moynat steamer trunk features dark brown canvas, matching leather trim and side

Category

Vintage 1920s French Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

Vintage Louis Vuitton luggage / steamer trunk
Vintage Louis Vuitton luggage / steamer trunk

Vintage Louis Vuitton luggage / steamer trunk

Located in Astoria, NY

Louis Vuitton steamer trunk in classic LV print with wood and brass details and cloth interior

Category

20th Century French Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Leather, Fabric, Wood

Goyard Steamer Trunk, circa 1915
Goyard Steamer Trunk, circa 1915

Goyard Steamer Trunk, circa 1915

By Goyard

Located in London, GB

Splendid steamer trunk by Goyard in their signature 'Goyardine' chevron pattern canvas covering

Category

Vintage 1910s French Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

1920s Black Moynat Steamer Trunk
1920s Black Moynat Steamer Trunk

1920s Black Moynat Steamer Trunk

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

This nice steamer trunk features black canvas, leather trim and side handles and brass corners and

Category

Vintage 1920s French Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

Starbay Brand Steamer Trunk Bar
Starbay Brand Steamer Trunk Bar

Starbay Brand Steamer Trunk Bar

Located in Chicago, IL

This whimsical steamer trunk may look like a simple piece of luggage, but actually opens to reveal

Category

21st Century and Contemporary European Art Deco Dry Bars

Materials

Brass

Louis Vuitton Wardrobe Steamer Trunk
Louis Vuitton Wardrobe Steamer Trunk

Louis Vuitton Wardrobe Steamer Trunk

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Louis Vuitton Wardrobe Steamer trunk, early 20th century Wardrobe trunk covered in monogram

Category

Early 20th Century French Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

1930 Hermes Leather Steamer Trunk
1930 Hermes Leather Steamer Trunk

1930 Hermes Leather Steamer Trunk

Located in Austin, TX

Unique 1930 Hermès Frères beautiful tan leather steamer trunk in amazing condition. The piece was

Category

Vintage 1930s French Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

1920s Black Moynat Steamer Trunk
1920s Black Moynat Steamer Trunk

1920s Black Moynat Steamer Trunk

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

This nice steamer trunk features black canvas, honey color lozine trim, large leather side handles

Category

Vintage 1920s French Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

1920 Steamer Trunk Wardrobe by Oshkosh
1920 Steamer Trunk Wardrobe by Oshkosh

1920 Steamer Trunk Wardrobe by Oshkosh

By Oshkosh Trunks & Luggage Inc.

Located in Rio Vista, CA

Exceptional wardrobe steamer trunk made by Oshkosh. Features a navy blue vulcanized fiber exterior

Category

20th Century American Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

1950s Polished Aluminum Cabin Steamer Trunk
1950s Polished Aluminum Cabin Steamer Trunk

1950s Polished Aluminum Cabin Steamer Trunk

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Beautiful mirror polished aluminum steamer trunk featuring solid brass corners, brass studs, brass

Category

Vintage 1940s British Mid-Century Modern Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Aluminum

Early 20th Century Steamer Trunk
Early 20th Century Steamer Trunk

Early 20th Century Steamer Trunk

Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest

Very worn early 20th century so called steamer trunk. The chest is made of wicker covered with

Category

Antique Early 1900s Decorative Baskets

Materials

Leather, Wicker

Antique Steamer Trunk by Innovation, 1930s
Antique Steamer Trunk by Innovation, 1930s

Antique Steamer Trunk by Innovation, 1930s

Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest

Beautiful and fully original steamer trunk by Innovation. This authentic traveler’s case

Category

Vintage 1930s French Victorian Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Copper

Black Vulcanized Steamer Trunk in the Manner of Hartmann
Black Vulcanized Steamer Trunk in the Manner of Hartmann

Black Vulcanized Steamer Trunk in the Manner of Hartmann

By Hartmann Trunk Company

Located in Rio Vista, CA

Black wardrobe steamer trunk made in the manner of Hartmann. Features a vulcanized fibre

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

Vintage Louis Vuitton Flat Steamer Trunk
Vintage Louis Vuitton Flat Steamer Trunk

Vintage Louis Vuitton Flat Steamer Trunk

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Atlanta, GA

An absolutely gorgeous Louis Vuitton flat steamer trunk in a stunningly good condition. Exterior is

Category

Early 20th Century French Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Linen

1930s Moynat Checkers Canvas Steamer Trunk
1930s Moynat Checkers Canvas Steamer Trunk

1930s Moynat Checkers Canvas Steamer Trunk

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

This Moynat steamer trunk features the very nice "damier" pattern canvas as well as brass corners

Category

Vintage 1930s French Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

1930s Moynat Checkers Canvas Steamer Trunk
1930s Moynat Checkers Canvas Steamer Trunk

1930s Moynat Checkers Canvas Steamer Trunk

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

This Moynat steamer trunk features the very nice "damier" pattern canvas as well as brass corners

Category

Vintage 1930s French Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

Louis Vuitton Steel Bound Damier Steamer Trunk
Louis Vuitton Steel Bound Damier Steamer Trunk

Louis Vuitton Steel Bound Damier Steamer Trunk

By Louis Vuitton

Located in London, GB

A fine Damier pattern steel bound Louis Vuitton steamer trunk with blackened steel trim and handles

Category

Antique 19th Century French Trunks and Luggage

French Cabin Steamer Trunk, circa 1900
French Cabin Steamer Trunk, circa 1900

French Cabin Steamer Trunk, circa 1900

Located in Berlin, DE

A turn of the century large French steamer trunk, laminated with waxed canvas displaying a stylized

Category

Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

1920s Dark Beige Moynat Steamer Trunk, Moynat Trunk
1920s Dark Beige Moynat Steamer Trunk, Moynat Trunk

1920s Dark Beige Moynat Steamer Trunk, Moynat Trunk

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

This beautiful Moynat steamer trunk features golden toffee color canvas, chocolate brown leather

Category

Vintage 1920s French Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

1920s Brown Moynat Steamer Trunk
1920s Brown Moynat Steamer Trunk

1920s Brown Moynat Steamer Trunk

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

This nice steamer trunk features brown canvas, leather trim and side handles and brass corners and

Category

Vintage 1920s French Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

Steamer Trunk by Paul Romand Paris
Steamer Trunk by Paul Romand Paris

Steamer Trunk by Paul Romand Paris

By Paul Romand

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Very unusual and magnificent French steamer trunk in checkers canvas, it features leather trim

Category

Vintage 1930s French Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

1875 Victorian Age "Carolina" Steamer Trunk
1875 Victorian Age "Carolina" Steamer Trunk

1875 Victorian Age "Carolina" Steamer Trunk

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Late Victorian "Carolina" steamer trunk restore and reworked by master craftsman Randall Barbera

Category

Antique 19th Century American Victorian Trunks and Luggage

1930s Steamer Trunk by "Aux Etats Unis"
1930s Steamer Trunk by "Aux Etats Unis"

1930s Steamer Trunk by "Aux Etats Unis"

By Aux Etats Unis

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

This beautiful French steamer trunk features canvas, solid brass locks, clasps and corners as well

Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Wood

Vintage Lucite Steamer Trunk Cocktail Bar
Vintage Lucite Steamer Trunk Cocktail Bar

Vintage Lucite Steamer Trunk Cocktail Bar

Located in Hanover, MA

How fun is this?! 1970's vintage clear Lucite steamer trunk with leather straps, brass corner

Category

Vintage 1970s American Dry Bars

Materials

Brass

Extra-Long Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk
Extra-Long Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk

Extra-Long Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

This spectacular stenciled monogramm steamer trunk features black steel trims,brass lock and studs

Category

Vintage 1920s French Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass, Steel

1920s Moynat Brown Canvas French Steamer Trunk
1920s Moynat Brown Canvas French Steamer Trunk

1920s Moynat Brown Canvas French Steamer Trunk

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

This Moynat steamer trunk features brown canvas, silver steel trims, brass studs and two brass

Category

Vintage 1920s French Trunks and Luggage

Monumental Victorian Lyon Harp Steamer Trunk Case
Monumental Victorian Lyon Harp Steamer Trunk Case

Monumental Victorian Lyon Harp Steamer Trunk Case

Located in Hyattsville, MD

Turn of the Century designed High Victorian Lyon & Healy Inc. Harp Steamer Trunk or Travel Shipping

Category

Early 20th Century American Victorian Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass, Iron, Steel

Small 1920s Louis Vuitton Monogramm Steamer Trunk
Small 1920s Louis Vuitton Monogramm Steamer Trunk

Small 1920s Louis Vuitton Monogramm Steamer Trunk

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

This lovely little Louis Vuitton steamer trunk features stenciled monogramm, leather trim, brass

Category

Vintage 1920s French Trunks and Luggage

1890s Damier Canvas Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk
1890s Damier Canvas Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk

1890s Damier Canvas Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

This beautiful steamer trunk has got the rare and famous "Damier" canvas, blackened steel trim

Category

Antique 1890s French Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Steel

1930s "Au Touriste Paris" French Steamer Trunk
1930s "Au Touriste Paris" French Steamer Trunk

1930s "Au Touriste Paris" French Steamer Trunk

By Au Touriste, Paris

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

This very elegant steamer trunk features the very nice "au touriste" printed canvas, lozine trim

Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

Louis Vuitton Damier Canvas Steamer Trunk
Louis Vuitton Damier Canvas Steamer Trunk

Louis Vuitton Damier Canvas Steamer Trunk

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

This wonderful steamer trunk has got the rare and famous "Damier" canvas, leather trim ,all brass

Category

Antique 1880s French Trunks and Luggage

1900s Orange Canvas Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk
1900s Orange Canvas Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk

1900s Orange Canvas Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Very nice orange canvas Louis Vuitton steamer trunk, featuring brass locks, leather trim and

Category

Antique Early 1900s French Trunks and Luggage

Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk, Early 20th C.
Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk, Early 20th C.

Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk, Early 20th C.

Located in Astoria, NY

Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk, Early 20th Century, in LV monogrammed pattern with metal side handles

Category

Early 20th Century French French Provincial Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Metal

Fitted Steamer Trunk or Cabin Wardrobe
Fitted Steamer Trunk or Cabin Wardrobe

Fitted Steamer Trunk or Cabin Wardrobe

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

Fitted steamer trunk or cabin wardrobe, A superb piece of history dating back to the time when

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Canvas

Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk
Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk

Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk

By Louis Vuitton

Located in New Orleans, LA

This sophisticated Louis Vuitton steamer trunk evokes the glamour of turn-of-the-century travel

Category

Antique 19th Century French Other Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Leather, Canvas

Rare Large Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk Armoire
Rare Large Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk Armoire

Rare Large Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk Armoire

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Napa, CA

This is a large steamer trunk armoire by Louis Vuitton. It has two green stripes and a green F.A.E

Category

Early 20th Century French Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Metal

1880s Striped Louis Vuitton Courrier Steamer Trunk
1880s Striped Louis Vuitton Courrier Steamer Trunk

1880s Striped Louis Vuitton Courrier Steamer Trunk

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

This top of the range luxury striped Louis Vuitton steamer trunk features leather trim, brass locks

Category

Antique 1880s French Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

Hartmann Saks Fifth Avenue Logo Steamer Trunk Wardrobe Art Deco Dresser Luggage
Hartmann Saks Fifth Avenue Logo Steamer Trunk Wardrobe Art Deco Dresser Luggage

Hartmann Saks Fifth Avenue Logo Steamer Trunk Wardrobe Art Deco Dresser Luggage

By Hartmann Trunk Company

Located in West Hartford, CT

Monogrammed Hartmann signed Saks Fifth Avenue Pathfinder steamer trunk or wardrobe. Monogrammed

Category

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk with Monogram Pattern
Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk with Monogram Pattern

Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk with Monogram Pattern

By Louis Vuitton

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk with monogram pattern, leather edging, brass locks, catches, corners

Category

Late 20th Century Dressers

Materials

Leather

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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 ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    You can line a steamer trunk with a variety of materials. Paper is a simple solution for lining, but you can also use fabrics like velvet to protect items stored inside. Find a range of steamer trunks from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    Steamer trunks can be worth as much as $3,000 depending on the quality and condition. Some renowned fashion houses, such as Goyard and Louis Vuitton, have designed steamer trunks that are worth as much as $45,000. Find a range of antique and vintage steamer trunks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    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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