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Zinc Steamer Trunk

Zinc Steamer Trunks / Coffee Tables, Pair
Located in Barcelona, ES
Set of two polished zinc cabin travel trunks / coffee tables by Mossman, England, 1930s They have
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20th Century English Industrial Trunks and Luggage

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Metal, Iron, Zinc

Zinc Steamer Trunks / Coffee Tables, Pair
Zinc Steamer Trunks / Coffee Tables, Pair
H 14.18 in W 36.03 in D 19.89 in
Red Goyard Trunk, Goyard Steamer Trunk
By Goyard
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This adorable little Goyard trunk features Hermes red color canvas, solid brass corners and solid
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Vintage 1930s French Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

 Red Goyard Trunk, Goyard Steamer Trunk
 Red Goyard Trunk, Goyard Steamer Trunk
H 15.75 in W 22.05 in D 12.6 in
Original Antique Fully Stamped Army & Navy Cls Steamer Campaign Trunk Zinc Lined
By Army & Navy CSL
Located in GB
steamer trunk This is a very well made example of a steamer trunk designed for luxury travel on cruise
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Antique 1880s British Late Victorian Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Steel, Iron

1930s Goyard Hat Trunk, Goyard Trunk, Goyard Steamer Trunk
By Goyard
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
bottom is also original,in zinc in order protect this Goyard Trunk from humidity during travels. For
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Vintage 1930s French Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

1920s Goyard Trunk, 100 cm Goyard Steamer Trunk, Goyard Courrier Trunk
By Goyard
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This Aine Goyard courrier trunk has got very nice proportions as well as a beautiful, warm patina
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

1930's Shoe Trunk in Brown Canvas, Au Touriste Trunk, Steamer Trunk
By Au Touriste, Paris
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This magnificent shoe trunk features the very unusual and original "au touriste" motifs canvas
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

1920's Louis Vuitton Trunk, Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk, Louis Vuitton Hat Trunk
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Superb Louis Vuitton steamer trunk featuring stenciled canvas, all leather trim in deep chocolate
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Vintage 1920s French Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

20th Century Louis Vuitton Cow Hide Suitcase, France c.1920
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
as a luggage maker. Then, in 1858, Vuitton designed the first Louis Vuitton steamer trunk. At the
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20th Century French Other Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

20th Century Louis Vuitton Cow Hide Suitcase, France c.1920
20th Century Louis Vuitton Cow Hide Suitcase, France c.1920
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H 6.7 in W 25.99 in D 16.93 in
20th Century Louis Vuitton Cow Hide Suitcase, France c.1920
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
as a luggage maker. Then, in 1858, Vuitton designed the first Louis Vuitton steamer trunk. At the
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20th Century French Other Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

20th Century Louis Vuitton Cow Hide Suitcase, France c.1920
20th Century Louis Vuitton Cow Hide Suitcase, France c.1920
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H 8.67 in W 25.99 in D 16.93 in
20th Century Louis Vuitton Suitcase In Natural Cow Hide, France c.1910
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
as a luggage maker. Then, in 1858, Vuitton designed the first Louis Vuitton steamer trunk. At the
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20th Century French Other Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

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Located in Dayton, OH
Rauchbach-Goldsmith Co "Everwear" Steamer Trunk, circa 1920s. Features a dark exterior with riveted molding and original leather handles. Includes key.
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Louis Vuitton Trunk in Monogram Canvas, Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This superb Louis Vuitton steamer trunk features monogram canvas,honey color lozine trim, LV stamped solid brass locks and clasps , studs as well as leather side handles and brass co...
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San Lorenzo, Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Flatware Set 340 Pcs in Fitted Chest
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Located in Big Bend, WI
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Early Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk, C. 1910
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Charlottesville, VA
Early Louis Vuitton trunk, c. 1910, with LV insignia pattern having one interior tray, Monogram travel labels, Interior label, Rue Scribe Paris/Lille/149 New Bond St. London stamped ...
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Vintage 1910s French Trunks and Luggage

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Wood

Early Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk, C. 1910
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H 12.75 in W 19.36 in D 31.25 in
Vintage Campaign Chest, English, Camphorwood, Military Travel Trunk, Circa 1930
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a vintage campaign chest. An English, camphorwood military travel trunk, dating to the early 20th century, circa 1930. Delightfully clean example with generous storage wit...
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Art Deco Halden Armchair in the Style of 1930's Handmade Portugal by Greenapple
By GF Modern, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
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Steamer Trunk Zinc Curve Top Antique Trunk 1875
By Randall Barbera
Located in Manhattan Beach, CA
All original hardware on this medium-sized antique steamer trunk with matching pair of heavy cast
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Antique 19th Century American American Craftsman Trunks and Luggage

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Spectacular French Zinc Steamer Trunk
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
It is absolutely unusual.Its frame is wood,covered with zinc.It has got wood slats , brass fittings
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Antique 1880s French Trunks and Luggage

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Zinc

Spectacular French Zinc Steamer Trunk
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H 19.69 in W 39.38 in D 20.87 in
Spectacular French Zinc Steamer Trunk
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
It is absolutely unusual. Its frame is wood, covered with zinc. It has got wood slats, brass and
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Antique 1880s French Trunks and Luggage

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Spectacular French Zinc Steamer Trunk
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H 19.69 in W 39.38 in D 21.66 in
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By Goyard
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This Aine Goyard trunk has got very nice proportions and a beautiful, warm patina. It features its
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Vintage 1920s French Trunks and Luggage

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Located in Van Nuys, CA
Late Victorian "Carolina" steamer trunk restore and reworked by master craftsman Randall Barbera
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Antique 19th Century American Victorian Trunks and Luggage

1920s Goyard Trunk, 100 cm Goyard Steamer Trunk, Goyard Courrier Trunk
By Goyard
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This Aine Goyard courrier trunk has got very nice proportions as well as a beautiful, warm patina
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Trunks and Luggage

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Louis Vuitton Hat Trunk, Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk, Louis Vuitton Trunk
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This Louis Vuitton trunk is very unusual by its dimensions. It features stenciled monogram canvas
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Early 20th Century French Trunks and Luggage

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1920s Goyard Trunk, 110 Cm Goyard Steamer Trunk, Goyard Courrier Trunk
By Goyard
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
. Underneath,it has kept its original zinc bottom . This gorgeous trunk could easily be used as a coffee table
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Trunks and Luggage

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Louis Vuitton Trunk in Checkered Pattern, Damier Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This beautiful Louis Vuitton trunk features the very rare and sought after checkered pattern canvas
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Antique 1890s French Trunks and Luggage

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Louis Vuitton Trunk in Checkered Pattern, Damier Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Vuitton Trunk has got a beautiful, rich and warm patina. Underneath, it is original zinc bottom to protect
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Antique 1890s French Trunks and Luggage

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1880's Louis Vuitton Striped Canvas Trunk. Antique Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This Louis Vuitton steamer trunk, circa 1880s, features the sought after striped "Rayée" canvas
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Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique steamer trunk of marine interest, an English travel or ship's chest in stained
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By Louis Vuitton
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Located in Milford, NH
A fabulous Louis Vuitton steamer trunk with early checkerboard canvas exterior, S/N 44780, circa
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Antique 20th Century Rare Louis Vuitton Cow-Hide Steamer Trunk, circa 1900
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
A very rare early-20th century steamer trunk by Louis Vuitton, covered not in the world famous (but
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20th Century French Trunks and Luggage

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1930s Beige Canvas Steamer Trunk in the Style of Louis Vuitton or Hermes
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
steamer trunk. Zinc bottom and original storm cover, a real beauty!
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Vintage 1920s French Trunks and Luggage

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Brass

1930s Goyard Trunk
By Goyard
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This Goyard steamer trunk features the very sought after chevrons canvas as well as all solid brass
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Vintage 1930s French Trunks and Luggage

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Bentwood

1930s Goyard Trunk
1930s Goyard Trunk
H 13 in W 33.86 in D 20.08 in
1920s Goyard Cabin Trunk, Goyard Trunk in Chevrons Canvas
By Goyard
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This superb Goyard steamer trunk features the very sought after chevrons canvas as well as all
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Vintage 1920s French Trunks and Luggage

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1920s Goyard Cabin Trunk, Goyard Trunk in Chevrons Canvas
By Goyard
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This superb Goyard steamer trunk features the very sought after chevrons canvas as well as all
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Vintage 1920s French Trunks and Luggage

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Brass

1920s Goyard Cabin Trunk, Goyard Trunk in Chevrons Canvas
By Goyard
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This Goyard steamer trunk features the very sought after chevrons canvas as well as all solid brass
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Vintage 1920s French Trunks and Luggage

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1930s Goyard Cabin Trunk, Goyard Trunk in Chevrons Canvas
By Goyard
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This Goyard steamer trunk features the very sought after chevrons canvas as well as all solid brass
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Vintage 1930s French Trunks and Luggage

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By Goyard
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This Goyard steamer trunk features the very sought after chevrons canvas as well as all solid brass
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Vintage 1930s French Trunks and Luggage

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1930s Goyard Cabin Trunk
1930s Goyard Cabin Trunk
H 13 in W 39.38 in L 13 in
1930s Goyard Cabin Trunk
By Goyard
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This Goyard steamer trunk features the very sought after chevrons canvas as well as all solid brass
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Vintage 1930s French Trunks and Luggage

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1930s Goyard Cabin Trunk
1930s Goyard Cabin Trunk
H 13 in W 33.86 in D 20.08 in
1930s Goyard Cabin Trunk
By Goyard
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This Goyard steamer trunk features the very sought after chevrons canvas as well as all solid brass
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Vintage 1930s French Trunks and Luggage

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Brass

1930s Goyard Cabin Trunk
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H 13 in W 39.38 in D 21.66 in
Large Steamer Trunk
Located in Barcelona, ES
Portuguese large leather steamer trunk with dome top. Antique 19th century dome top Portuguese
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Large Steamer Trunk
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H 25.2 in W 37.41 in D 19.69 in
1930s Goyard Hat Trunk, Goyard Trunk, Goyard Steamer Trunk
By Goyard
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This magnificent Goyard hat trunk features the very sought after chevrons pattern canvas, two
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Trunks and Luggage

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1930s Steamer Trunk by "Aux Etats Unis", French Steamer Trunk, Aux Etats Unis
By Aux Etats Unis
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This beautiful French luxury steamer trunk features the specific " Aux Etats Unis" canvas, solid
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Large 1880s Louis Vuitton "Rayée" Canvas Steamer Trunk
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Mt Kisco, NY
A late 19th century Vuitton flat top steamer trunk of the classic beige and brown stripe (rayée
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Antique 1880s French Trunks and Luggage

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Located in Germantown, MD
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By Louis Vuitton
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
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Located in GB
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Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk with Early Checkerboard Canvas Exterior circa 1890
Located in Milford, NH
A fabulous Louis Vuitton steamer trunk with early checkerboard canvas exterior, S/N 44780, circa
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Antique Late 19th Century Trunks and Luggage

Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk with Early Checkerboard Canvas Exterior circa 1890
Located in Milford, NH
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Antique circa 1900 Oak & Iron Zink Lined Steamer Travel Trunk Ideal Coffee Table
Located in GB
bounded steamer travel trunk with zinc lining A very decorative and versatile trunk, ideally suited as
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Antique Early 1900s English Late Victorian Trunks and Luggage

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Wrought Iron

1920s Goyard Cabin Trunk, Goyard Trunk in Chevrons Canvas
By Goyard
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This Goyard steamer trunk features the very sought after chevrons canvas as well as all solid brass
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Vintage 1920s French Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

1920s Goyard Cabin Trunk, Goyard Trunk in Chevrons Canvas
By Goyard
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This Goyard steamer trunk features the very sought after chevrons canvas as well as all solid brass
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Vintage 1920s French Trunks and Luggage

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Small 1890's Louis Vuitton Monogram Steamer Trunk, Vuitton Trunk in Woven Canvas
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This lovely little Louis Vuitton steamer trunk features the very sought after monogram woven
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Brass

20th Century Louis Vuitton Suitcase In Monogram Canvas, France
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
as a luggage maker. Then, in 1858, Vuitton designed the first Louis Vuitton steamer trunk. At the
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20th Century Louis Vuitton Suitcase In Monogram Canvas, France
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1910s Perfect Goyard Canvas Steamer Trunk
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1910s Perfect Goyard Canvas Steamer Trunk
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Antique Louis Vuitton Petite 32 inch Steamer Trunk 1897
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Houston, TX
Unique Louis Vuitton Petite 32 inch steamer trunk. It has the early hand woven linen monogram LV
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HUGE Rare Antique Louis vuitton steamer HAUTE COURIER High trunk circa 1902
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Houston, TX
enormous louis vuitton haute(high) trunk in incredible condition. serial number dates it to around
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Giant Moynat Trunk
Located in Haguenau, FR
Giant Moynat trunk (the largest steamer trunk we have seen in 15 years!). Dimensions: 140 cm
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Late 20th Century French Trunks and Luggage

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Metal

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H 20.87 in W 55.12 in D 20.87 in
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Zinc Steamer Trunk For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the zinc steamer trunk you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, wood and brass, every zinc steamer trunk was constructed with great care. Your living room may not be complete without a zinc steamer trunk — find older editions for sale from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. When you’re browsing for the right zinc steamer trunk, those designed in Art Deco, industrial and Victorian styles are of considerable interest. Many designers have produced at least one well-made zinc steamer trunk over the years, but those crafted by Goyard, Louis Vuitton and Army & Navy CSL are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

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 Zinc Steamer Trunk
  • 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
    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 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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