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Antique French Steamer Trunk / Coffee Table by Au Départ, 19th Century
Antique French Steamer Trunk / Coffee Table by Au Départ, 19th Century

Antique French Steamer Trunk / Coffee Table by Au Départ, 19th Century

By Au Départ

Located in London, GB

This is a magnificent luxury antique French steamer trunk on stand / coffee table, circa 1880 in date.

Category

Antique 1880s French Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Leather

Louis Vuitton Leather Cabin Trunk, circa 1895
Louis Vuitton Leather Cabin Trunk, circa 1895

Louis Vuitton Leather Cabin Trunk, circa 1895

By Louis Vuitton

Located in London, GB

We have had a custom made stand made for the trunk to sit on which makes it a perfect coffee table.

Category

Antique 1890s French Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

Important Antique Museum Quality Equestrian Leather Clad Painted Chest on Stand
Important Antique Museum Quality Equestrian Leather Clad Painted Chest on Stand

Important Antique Museum Quality Equestrian Leather Clad Painted Chest on Stand

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this extremely important, museum quality, hand painted leather clad trunk on stand depicting rural scenes with horses Where to begin, firstly I do...

Category

Antique 19th Century English High Victorian Cabinets

Materials

Leather, Oak

English Trunk on Custom Stand
English Trunk on Custom Stand

English Trunk on Custom Stand

Located in Atlanta, GA

English trunk on new custom stand.

Category

Antique 19th Century English Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Wood

Polished Steel Trunk on Later Stand
Polished Steel Trunk on Later Stand

Polished Steel Trunk on Later Stand

Located in San Francisco, CA

Swedish steel trunk fitted onto a later steel and brass custom stand.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Swedish Neoclassical Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Steel

Antique Dove Tail Trunk On Iron Stand
Antique Dove Tail Trunk On Iron Stand

Antique Dove Tail Trunk On Iron Stand

Located in Los Angeles, CA

19th c cedro wood box with dome top. Original hardware

Category

Antique 19th Century Guatemalan Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Wrought Iron

Handsome Chinese Red Trunk on Custom Iron Stand
Handsome Chinese Red Trunk on Custom Iron Stand

Handsome Chinese Red Trunk on Custom Iron Stand

Located in Hopewell, NJ

Wonderful Chinese red trunk with raised gold medallions that rests on a custom iron stand.

Category

Vintage 1920s Chinese Chinese Export Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Iron

Chinese camphor wood trunk on ebonized hardwood stand, 1820
Chinese camphor wood trunk on ebonized hardwood stand, 1820

Chinese camphor wood trunk on ebonized hardwood stand, 1820

Located in Kenilworth, IL

This camphor wood trunk exhibits elegant figuring, brass hardware, and rests on an ebonized hardwood stand with hand carved detailing.

Category

Antique Early 19th Century Chinese Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

Black Lacquer Trunk With Gold gilt Motif On Stand
Black Lacquer Trunk With Gold gilt Motif On Stand

Black Lacquer Trunk With Gold gilt Motif On Stand

Located in Greenwich, CT

A refined black lacquer trunk with beautiful hand painted gold gilt motif, brass fitting on detached base. View our website at: www.greenwichorientalantiques.com for additional trunk...

Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Gold

Ralph Lauren Distressed Leather Steam Trunk Coffee Table on Stand
Ralph Lauren Distressed Leather Steam Trunk Coffee Table on Stand

Ralph Lauren Distressed Leather Steam Trunk Coffee Table on Stand

By Ralph Lauren

Located in Dayton, OH

The RL trunk is both masculine and sophisticated. Espresso distressed leather trunk sits on wood stand.

Category

Late 20th Century Campaign Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Leather, Hardwood

Chinoiserie Decorated Black Lacquer Trunk on Later Faux Bamboo Custom Stand
Chinoiserie Decorated Black Lacquer Trunk on Later Faux Bamboo Custom Stand

Chinoiserie Decorated Black Lacquer Trunk on Later Faux Bamboo Custom Stand

Located in San Francisco, CA

The trunk is centrally mounted with a brass hasp and now rests on a faux bamboo stand of a later date.

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Hardwood, Lacquer, Paint

Chinese Export Painted Leather Trunk on Ebonized and Gilt Stand
Chinese Export Painted Leather Trunk on Ebonized and Gilt Stand

Chinese Export Painted Leather Trunk on Ebonized and Gilt Stand

Located in Essex, MA

Painted box with oriental scenes and brass handles and lock hinge , raised on an ebonized Chippendale style base.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Serving Tables

Arhaus Martin Leather Steamer Trunk Coffee Cocktail Table with Drawers on Stand
Arhaus Martin Leather Steamer Trunk Coffee Cocktail Table with Drawers on Stand

Arhaus Martin Leather Steamer Trunk Coffee Cocktail Table with Drawers on Stand

Located in Dayton, OH

The Arhaus Martin coffee table is a stunning modern rendition of Victorian era steamer trunks. Beautiful brown leather with nickel riveted wooden trim. Includes one over sized drawer...

Category

Late 20th Century Victorian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Nickel

Italian Empire Period Walnut/Brass Trunk/Cellarette on Carved Stand, 1stq 19th C
Italian Empire Period Walnut/Brass Trunk/Cellarette on Carved Stand, 1stq 19th C

Italian Empire Period Walnut/Brass Trunk/Cellarette on Carved Stand, 1stq 19th C

Located in Atlanta, GA

The upper portion a hinged box with brass corners and handles with a double locks and original key, the lower section a conforming stand with molded edges and front carved paw feet, ...

Category

Antique 1810s Italian Empire Blanket Chests

Materials

Walnut

20th Century Louis Vuitton Cabin Trunk On A Bespoke Brass Stand, Paris, c.1920
20th Century Louis Vuitton Cabin Trunk On A Bespoke Brass Stand, Paris, c.1920

20th Century Louis Vuitton Cabin Trunk On A Bespoke Brass Stand, Paris, c.1920

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

Antique early 20th century Louis Vuitton trunk covered in the world famous LV monogrammed canvas, with its lozine borders and brass fitting this trunk would have been the top of the ...

Category

20th Century French Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

1800s French Carved Trunk
1800s French Carved Trunk

1800s French Carved Trunk

Located in High Point, NC

An early 19th century carved trunk produced in France, this large trunk on a stand is a sculpted delicacy.

Category

Antique Early 19th Century French French Provincial Blanket Chests

Materials

Metal

Painted Pigskin Trunk Occasional Table
Painted Pigskin Trunk Occasional Table

Painted Pigskin Trunk Occasional Table

Located in Laguna Beach, CA

The pigskin trunk was made circa 1920s, the iron stand and glass top are late 20th century.

Category

Vintage 1920s Chinese Chinoiserie End Tables

Materials

Iron

Pair of Large Tree Trunk Sculptures
Pair of Large Tree Trunk Sculptures

Pair of Large Tree Trunk Sculptures

Located in Kent, Dover

A pair of large sliced tree trunk sculptures, mounted on black lacquered stands.  

Category

Vintage 1970s Mounted Objects

Early Leather Bound Trunk with Nickel Studs
Early Leather Bound Trunk with Nickel Studs

Early Leather Bound Trunk with Nickel Studs

Located in Buchanan, MI

Early leather bound trunk with nickel studs on later stand.

Category

Antique 19th Century English Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Nickel

19th Century Italian Carved Cassone Trunk with Original Hardware
19th Century Italian Carved Cassone Trunk with Original Hardware

19th Century Italian Carved Cassone Trunk with Original Hardware

Located in Miami, FL

Crafted in Italy, circa 1880, the rectangular trunk stands on bracket feet. Heavily carved on all three sides with arch and foliage decor, the cabinet features carved panels on the f...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Spanish Baroque Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Iron

1960s 'Tete de Cygne' Floor Lamp by Maison Jansen
1960s 'Tete de Cygne' Floor Lamp by Maison Jansen

1960s 'Tete de Cygne' Floor Lamp by Maison Jansen

By Maison Jansen

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Gilded and 'canon de fusil' brass. The trunk stands on tripod adorned with 'swan heads'.

Category

Vintage 1960s French Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

1960s 'Tete de Cygne' Floor Lamp by Maison Jansen
1960s 'Tete de Cygne' Floor Lamp by Maison Jansen

1960s 'Tete de Cygne' Floor Lamp by Maison Jansen

By Maison Jansen

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Gilded and 'canon de fusil' brass. The trunk stands on tripod adorned with 'swan heads'.

Category

Vintage 1960s French Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Chinoiserie Antique Painted Box Table
Chinoiserie Antique Painted Box Table

Chinoiserie Antique Painted Box Table

Located in New York, NY

Early 20th century chinoiserie painted box, trunk, table on black iron stand. Leather stitched over wood with paint and lacquers.

Category

Antique Early 1900s Chinese Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Leather, Wood

Ball Mounted 1950s Monix Edition Floor Lamp
Ball Mounted 1950s Monix Edition Floor Lamp

Ball Mounted 1950s Monix Edition Floor Lamp

By Edition Monix

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Orientable ball mounted black lacquer metal trunk. It stands on a round black metal base. The lighting consist of two conical lampshades (two bulbs) mounted on brass rings with bal...

Category

Vintage 1950s Floor Lamps

Musician Children, Terracotta Sculpture, End 19th Century
Musician Children, Terracotta Sculpture, End 19th Century

Musician Children, Terracotta Sculpture, End 19th Century

By Sylvain Kinsburger

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

They are both lean on a tree trunk and stand on a circular base with vegetal motifs.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century European Louis XVI Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Terracotta

Late 17th/Early 18th Century Studded Leather Travel Chest
Late 17th/Early 18th Century Studded Leather Travel Chest

Late 17th/Early 18th Century Studded Leather Travel Chest

Located in Greenwich, CT

Late 17th/early 18th century studded leather travel chest or trunk (now on stand), the slightly domed top over profusely studded front depicting a flowering basket, with arabesque bo...

Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier European Blanket Chests

Materials

Brass

Swiss Black Forest Carved Wooden Bear Humidor from the Early 1900s
Swiss Black Forest Carved Wooden Bear Humidor from the Early 1900s

Swiss Black Forest Carved Wooden Bear Humidor from the Early 1900s

Located in Atlanta, GA

This wooden carved Swiss humidor from the early 20th century features three bears climbing on a trunk. One of them stands on top while the others are around the trunk.

Category

Early 20th Century Swiss Black Forest Cigar Boxes and Humidors

Materials

Wood

Amphora Pottery Large Figure of Young Girl
Amphora Pottery Large Figure of Young Girl

Amphora Pottery Large Figure of Young Girl

Located in Montreal, QC

Posed leaning against a tree trunk on a naturalistic base, she stands shyly sucking on her apron.

Category

Early 20th Century Austrian Vienna Secession Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

19th Century French Silver Plated over Copper Casket Inkwell
19th Century French Silver Plated over Copper Casket Inkwell

19th Century French Silver Plated over Copper Casket Inkwell

Located in Dallas, TX

This elegant antique inkwell was created in France circa 1880, made of copper and silver plated, the trunk shape desk accessory stands on bun feet, and the bombe top opens to reveal ...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Inkwells

Materials

Silver Plate, Copper

Meissen Figurine 'Peter Schlemihl', Chamisso, by Willi Muench-Khe, 1926-1934
Meissen Figurine 'Peter Schlemihl', Chamisso, by Willi Muench-Khe, 1926-1934

Meissen Figurine 'Peter Schlemihl', Chamisso, by Willi Muench-Khe, 1926-1934

By Meissen Porcelain

Located in Vienna, AT

The figure is supported on the side by a tree trunk and stands on an oval, jagged natural base, with a banner bearing the inscription ‘Peter Schlemihl’ behind the figure at the botto...

Category

Vintage 1920s German Art Deco Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Antique Elm Trunk on Stand
Antique Elm Trunk on Stand

Antique Elm Trunk on Stand

Located in Dallas, TX

Antique Elm Trunk on Stand. Circa 1890

Category

Antique 19th Century Trunks and Luggage

Fine Leather Trunk on Stand
Fine Leather Trunk on Stand

Fine Leather Trunk on Stand

Located in Greenwich, CT

Fine leather trunk on stand with brass fitting, original fabric lining, beautiful colors and texture, elegant form and lines.

Category

Antique Early 1900s Chinese Ming Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Leather, Wood

Early 20th Century Leather Bound Ex Army Trunk on Stand
Early 20th Century Leather Bound Ex Army Trunk on Stand

Early 20th Century Leather Bound Ex Army Trunk on Stand

Located in Martlesham, GB

Early 20th century leather bound ex army trunk on stand with brass corners, copper studs and brass carrying handles on the sides, on the top of the trunk there is a regimental badge ...

Category

Vintage 1930s British Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Leather

Fine Leather Trunk on Stand
Fine Leather Trunk on Stand

Fine Leather Trunk on Stand

Located in Greenwich, CT

Fine leather trunk on detachable stand with brass fitting, beautiful color and texture, elegant form and lines.

Category

Antique Early 1900s Chinese Ming Furniture

Materials

Leather, Wood

Fine Leather Trunk on Stand
Fine Leather Trunk on Stand

Fine Leather Trunk on Stand

Located in Greenwich, CT

Fine leather trunk on detachable stand with brass fitting, beautiful color and texture, elegant form and lines.

Category

Antique Early 1900s Chinese Ming Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Leather, Wood

Maitland Smith Leather Trunk on Stand with Nail Head Trim & Decoration
Maitland Smith Leather Trunk on Stand with Nail Head Trim & Decoration

Maitland Smith Leather Trunk on Stand with Nail Head Trim & Decoration

By Maitland Smith

Located in Miami, FL

Maitland Smith leather trunk on stand with nail head trim & decoration Offered for sale is a Maitland Smith trunk with nailhead trim and decoration Thay is encased in embossed lea...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Cabinets

Materials

Metal, Brass

Chinese Camphor Wood Trunk on Stand
Chinese Camphor Wood Trunk on Stand

Chinese Camphor Wood Trunk on Stand

Located in San Francisco, CA

Camphor wood trunk with brass lock and handles on later custom-made stand.

Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Furniture

Materials

Wood

Antique 18th Century Trunk on Stand
Antique 18th Century Trunk on Stand

Antique 18th Century Trunk on Stand

Located in Houston, TX

18th century Colonial Dutch chest on metal stand with original hand-wrought hardware. Beautiful handles on side of trunk with strap details in ironwork.

Category

Antique 18th Century Dutch Blanket Chests

Materials

Wrought Iron

19th Century Iron Trunk on Stand
19th Century Iron Trunk on Stand

19th Century Iron Trunk on Stand

Located in Essex, MA

Remarkable hand-wrought iron trunk on custom stand. Possibly ammunitions truck.

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Campaign Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Iron, Wrought Iron

19th Century Chinese Leather Trunk on Stand
19th Century Chinese Leather Trunk on Stand

19th Century Chinese Leather Trunk on Stand

Located in Houston, TX

Hand decorated Chinese green and gold leather trunk with Chinese characters on newer rosewood stand.

Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Leather, Rosewood

Restored Bamboo and Wicker Trunk on Stand with Build in Tray
Restored Bamboo and Wicker Trunk on Stand with Build in Tray

Restored Bamboo and Wicker Trunk on Stand with Build in Tray

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Mid-Century era rattan side table drink Stand featuring a bent structure suspending two floating mahogany table tops. Comes with u-shape top which doubles as a tabletop. Designed ...

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Rattan

Early English Dome Trunk with painted leather & brass mounted, on stand 18thC
Early English Dome Trunk with painted leather & brass mounted, on stand 18thC

Early English Dome Trunk with painted leather & brass mounted, on stand 18thC

Located in Sheffield, MA

An Early Continental Polychromed Dome Trunk on Stand 18th Century The trunk is covered and decorated throughout in polychrome tooled leather.

Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier Unknown Blanket Chests

Fine Red Lacquer Trunk with Gilt Motif
Fine Red Lacquer Trunk with Gilt Motif

Fine Red Lacquer Trunk with Gilt Motif

Located in Greenwich, CT

Fine red lacquer trunk with gilt landscape motif, beautiful color finished and form, trunk on stand.

Category

Vintage 1920s Asian Chinoiserie Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Lacquer

Vintage Indestructo Trunk on Industrial Stand
Vintage Indestructo Trunk on Industrial Stand

Vintage Indestructo Trunk on Industrial Stand

By Indestructo

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Vintage Indestructo trunk on patinated iron Stand. Great as a coffee table or a low console.

Category

Early 20th Century American Industrial Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass, Steel

Wicker Trunk on Travertine Stand End Table Drinks Table
Wicker Trunk on Travertine Stand End Table Drinks Table

Wicker Trunk on Travertine Stand End Table Drinks Table

Located in Hopewell, NJ

Unusual whitewashed wicker trunk attached to a custom travertine base that makes a functional side table or drinks table with storage inside.

Category

Vintage 1980s American End Tables

Materials

Wicker

Vintage Campaign Style Walnut Trunk Table on Brass Stand Mid-Century Modern
Vintage Campaign Style Walnut Trunk Table on Brass Stand Mid-Century Modern

Vintage Campaign Style Walnut Trunk Table on Brass Stand Mid-Century Modern

By Henredon

Located in Philadelphia, PA

An adorable campaign style trunk side table attributed to Henredon, in stained walnut with patinated brass base and accents. Came from a home that was full of Mastercraft, Baker and ...

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Brass

Vintage Chinese Indonesian Fitted Trunk on a Modern Steel Stand (Side Table)
Vintage Chinese Indonesian Fitted Trunk on a Modern Steel Stand (Side Table)

Vintage Chinese Indonesian Fitted Trunk on a Modern Steel Stand (Side Table)

Located in Centennial, CO

A beautiful old natural wood box with iron hardware in the Chinese style, but created in Indonesia. Note the gorgeous dovetail construction at the corners and the stunning wood grain...

Category

Mid-20th Century Indonesian Chinese Export Side Tables

Materials

Steel, Iron

Chinese Mid Century Polychrome Lacquered Chest on Stand Box Trunk Side Table
Chinese Mid Century Polychrome Lacquered Chest on Stand Box Trunk Side Table

Chinese Mid Century Polychrome Lacquered Chest on Stand Box Trunk Side Table

Located in Dayton, OH

Mid century keepsake box, chest or side table on stand. White Lacquer with low relief painted bird motif and brass hardware. Made in Hong Kong. Measure: 23".  

Category

Mid-20th Century Chinoiserie Side Tables

Materials

Brass

Mid-19th Century English Carved Oak Bible Box Trunk Side Table on Stand
Mid-19th Century English Carved Oak Bible Box Trunk Side Table on Stand

Mid-19th Century English Carved Oak Bible Box Trunk Side Table on Stand

Located in Dallas, TX

This Classic, antique bible box was carved in England circa 1860. The sturdy, Baroque style trunk, standing on a wooden base, features deep floral decor carvings on the front. The tr...

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century English Louis XIII Side Tables

Materials

Oak

Pair of Large Ebonized Tree Trunk Sculptures
Pair of Large Ebonized Tree Trunk Sculptures

Pair of Large Ebonized Tree Trunk Sculptures

Located in Kent, Dover

A pair of large sliced tree trunk sculptures, mounted on black lacquered stands.   

Category

Vintage 1970s Mounted Objects

Materials

Fruitwood

Fine Black Lacquer Trunk with Gilt Motif
Fine Black Lacquer Trunk with Gilt Motif

Fine Black Lacquer Trunk with Gilt Motif

Located in Greenwich, CT

Fine black lacquer trunk on detachable stand with hand painted gold gilt motif, beautiful colors, simple and elegant form.

Category

Vintage 1930s Chinese Chinoiserie Furniture

Materials

Lacquer

19th Century Italian Carved Cassone Trunk with Original Hardware
19th Century Italian Carved Cassone Trunk with Original Hardware

19th Century Italian Carved Cassone Trunk with Original Hardware

Located in Miami, FL

Crafted in Italy, circa 1880, the rectangular trunk stands on bracket feet. Heavily carved on all three sides with arch and foliage decor, the cabinet features carved panels on the f...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Spanish Baroque Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Iron

19th Century Italian Carved Cassone Trunk with Original Hardware, 1890s
19th Century Italian Carved Cassone Trunk with Original Hardware, 1890s

19th Century Italian Carved Cassone Trunk with Original Hardware, 1890s

Located in Miami, FL

Crafted in Italy, circa 1880, the rectangular trunk stands on bracket feet. Heavily carved on all three sides with arch and foliage decor, the cabinet features carved panels on the f...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Spanish Baroque Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Walnut

Antique 18th Century Solid Pine and Traditional Painted Czech Trunk or Chest
Antique 18th Century Solid Pine and Traditional Painted Czech Trunk or Chest

Antique 18th Century Solid Pine and Traditional Painted Czech Trunk or Chest

Located in Casteren, NL

The side panels have a molded trim and the trunk stands on stylish bun feet. The forged steel keyplate, lock, key, and hinges are authentic to the piece.

Category

Antique Late 18th Century Czech Folk Art Painted Furniture

Materials

Steel

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Find many varieties of an authentic trunk on stand available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, metal and animal skin, every trunk on stand was constructed with great care. Your living room may not be complete without a trunk on stand — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. A trunk on stand, designed in the Baroque, mid-century modern or modern style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. A well-made trunk on stand has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Louis Vuitton, Meissen Porcelain and Maison Jansen are consistently popular.

How Much is a Trunk On Stand?

Prices for a trunk on stand start at $150 and top out at $236,385 with the average selling for $2,606.
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  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    In 1792, the House of Martin was a well-known trunk maker creating trunks and other leather goods for the French. The company was renamed in 1853 after Francois Goyard took over the business. Goyard is still in business and known for its artisanal craftsmanship and the scarcity of this luxe brand. Rather than mass-producing products like its competition, Goyard is happy to create trunks one at a time, and often with custom specifications. Find a collection of vintage and modern Goyard bags and trunks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A mule trunk is a trunk featuring a chest-like top section and two or three drawers built into the lower portion. This made it easy to access items in the bottom of the trunk. Browse an array of antique mule trunks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Serving the packing needs of French travellers, Goyard began producing its luxury trunks in 1792 under the name House of Martin. The trunks are characterized by their hand-painted monograms, unique motifs and stripes. Shop a collection of antique Goyard trunks from some of the world’s top boutiques 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 ExpertMay 5, 2023
    You can do a variety of things with old metal trunks. Use one in place of your coffee table in the living room or add a cushion and throw pillows to transform it into a bench. Lift the lid and add supports and cushions to create a one-of-a-kind accent chair, or position it beside your bed as a nightstand. On 1stDibs, shop an assortment of metal trunks.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 20, 2024
    The difference between a chest and a trunk is mostly portability. Both terms describe storage furniture often crafted out of wood, but their functions are different. A chest normally goes in a bedroom, living room or other space and serves as a permanent piece of furniture in a home. On the other hand, a trunk usually features heavy-duty craftsmanship and a more portable design. Originally, trunks were used as luggage for travel. However, today, many people use them as permanent furniture, just like chests. Find a wide range of chests and trunks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs 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 ExpertApril 16, 2024
    The Louis Vuitton trunk is a hard-sided piece of luggage with a rectangular shape and a hinged lid. During the 19th and early 20th centuries, the French luxury fashion house's trunks saw use as travel accessories, with people using them to carry their personal belongings on long voyages via ship. Today, Louis Vuitton trunks are more commonly used as decorative storage solutions in homes. On 1stDibs, find a variety of Louis Vuitton 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 ExpertApril 16, 2024
    What Louis Vuitton trunks are used for today differs from their original purpose. Today, most people use the sturdy, hard-sided trunks as decorative storage furniture in their homes. However, 19th-century versions were for travelers taking long trips, usually by ship. The size and durability of the trunks made them ideal for safely transporting personal items. Find a diverse assortment of Louis Vuitton trunks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024
    To tell a Louis Vuitton trunk apart from other trunks, look inside. Even antique travel trunks produced by the French luxury fashion house will typically include a label that identifies the maker. Many trunks made in 1896 or later show off Louis Vuitton's signature monogram canvas on their exteriors or linings as well. Explore a collection of Louis Vuitton 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 22, 2021
    The value of a trunk depends on the condition, style, size, and make. Usually fully restored American made trunks can be anywhere from $300 to $900. A vintage French made trunk will usually be more than $2,000. There are plenty of vintage trunks to be found on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Louis Vuitton is particularly known for making high-end trunks in the company’s early years. The first trunk crafted by Louis Vuiton was made in 1858. Browse a collection of authentic vintage Louis Vuitton trunks from top sellers worldwide on 1sDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A smoking stand is basically designed to mount your ashtray. This stand is usually made of wood or metal and is placed next to a couch or an armchair. It provides convenience and ease. Find a collection of antique and vintage smoking stands on 1stDibs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
    A smoking stand is a metal or wood stand for holding an ashtray. Traditionally, it was the go-to spot for the smoker of the house, with all necessary accessories like a humidor, cigar cutters, and a removable ashtray. Visit 1stDibs for a range of vintage smoking stands and other tobacco accessories.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    MCM stands for mid-century modern. The term refers to architecture, furniture and designs produced during the middle of the 20th century. Generally, the period starts after World War II and continues through the 1960s or 70s. You'll find a variety of mid-century modern furniture, art and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
    A pedestal stand is a base — a structure on which you would position a statue or a decorative vase in your home. Pedestal stands come in a range of shapes and sizes, and you are likely to find exactly the stand you’re looking for given the variety that has been made over the years. On 1stDibs, find a range of antique and vintage pedestal stands.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    A reading stand is a stand to position the book or any reading material in an orthopedically upright position for reading. It’s meant for comfortable reading. The stopper at the end holds the reading material in a way that it doesn’t slip off. It helps ensure that you maintain a good posture while you are reading. Find a collection of antique and vintage reading stands on 1stDibs today.