Items Similar to 19th Century Zanzibar Trunk

Early 19th Century Hand-Painted Floral Trunk

19th Century French Wooden Trunk

19th Century Chinese Storage Trunk

19th Century Leather Carriage Trunk

English 19th Century Leather Trunk

19th Century Buddhist Manuscript Trunk

Want more images or videos?

Request additional images or videos from the seller

1 of 12

19th Century Zanzibar Trunk

About the Item

A 19th century Zanzibar trunk. A superb piece showing the wonderful craftsmanship of the brass workers This hardwood chest which originally was painted in red some of which has now worn away is decorated with brass studs and fretwork Dowry chests like this were often used in the export of spices, rugs, and silks to the West The chest has the more recent edition of brass carrying handles and a purpose made bracket footed stand The chest has a candle compartment, and a brass hasp which can be used to hold a lock The chest is 23” high on its stand, 37” long and 16” wide GB631.

Dimensions:

Height: 23 in (58.42 cm)Width: 37 in (93.98 cm)Depth: 16 in (40.64 cm)

Style:

Folk Art (In the Style Of)

Materials and Techniques:

Brass

Period:

Early 19th Century

Date of Manufacture:

1800

Condition:

Seller Location:

Godshill, GB

Reference Number:

Seller: NR451stDibs: LU2498327605662

More From This Seller

View All

19th Century Zanzibar Trunk

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

A 19th Century Zanzibar trunk A superb piece showing the wonderful craftsmanship of the brass workers This hardwood chest is decorated with brass, ...

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Beaux Arts Blanket Chests

Materials

Brass

19th Century Zanzibar Trunk

$2,652

19th Century Travel Trunk by Innovation

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

19th century travel trunk by Innovation Innovation is a well known American company which specialised in luxury travel wardrobes and suitcases, they had a shop on Les Champs Elysé...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century American Classical Trunks and Luggage

19th Century Travel Trunk by Innovation

$1,726

19th Century Carved Mahogany Pedestal Torchere

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

19th century carved mahogany pedestal torchere The column has a tight barley twist turning, both top and bottom are round, the top has a small lip...

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Victorian Obelisks

Materials

Mahogany

19th Century Carved Mahogany Pedestal Torchere

$656

19th Century Carved Mahogany Pedestal Torchere

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

19th century carved mahogany pedestal torchere The column has a barley twist turning, both top and bottom are round, the top has a small lip and t...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Obelisks

Materials

Mahogany

19th Century Carved Mahogany Pedestal Torchere

$718

Heavy 19th Century Painted French Window Shutter 3 Fold Screen, Room Divider

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

Heavy 19th century painted French window shutter 3 fold screen, room divider This is a very heavy piece, the screen is 3 hard wood shutters w...

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Folk Art Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Wood

Heavy 19th Century Painted French Window Shutter 3 Fold Screen, Room Divider

$2,136

19th Century Woven Wicker Vintage Travel Chest

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

19th Century Woven Wicker Vintage Travel Chest A very useful decorative travel trunk, the Trunk is covered made in woven cane, which has wonde...

Category

Antique Early 1900s Arts and Crafts Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Wicker

19th Century Woven Wicker Vintage Travel Chest

$992

Antique Early 19th Century American Folk Art Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Wood, Paint

Early 19th Century Hand-Painted Floral Trunk

$1,800

19th Century French Wooden Trunk

Located in High Point, NC

Step back in time with this authentic 19th-century French wooden trunk, a captivating piece that brings history and character to your home decor. T...

Category

Antique 19th Century French Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Wood

19th Century French Wooden Trunk

$995

19th Century Chinese Storage Trunk

Located in New Orleans, LA

Simple lacquered Chinese trunk in vivid color.

Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Wood

19th Century Chinese Storage Trunk

$2,600

19th Century Leather Carriage Trunk

Located in San Francisco, CA

An impressive and possibly unique custom made leather carriage trunk. This could also be used as an end table with a glass top, or a seat if reinforced on the inside. Having origina...

Category

Antique 19th Century Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Leather

19th Century Leather Carriage Trunk

$2,800

English 19th Century Leather Trunk

Located in Baton Rouge, LA

We absolutely love this decorative trunk from England! Bound in perfectly worn dark leather and adorned with brass studs in swirling patterns. The lock is in working condition and includes one key. A pair of simple handles on each side make it easy to carry even when filled. The interior is lined with a faded red fabric and is fixed with leather cording to support the lid. Both decorative and functional, this unique petite trunk...

Category

Antique 19th Century English Chinese Export Decorative Boxes

Materials

Metal, Brass

English 19th Century Leather Trunk

$1,650

19th Century Buddhist Manuscript Trunk

Located in New York, NY

A 19th century Buddhist Manuscript Chest - Trunk. Antique Burmese Sadaik Chest of the Mandalay Period. Once used to hold Buddhist texts and the likes of devotional practice. Wonderfully decorated Gilt over black with Buddhist scenes of teaching, followers, temples, and elephant on one side. Teak hard wood top lifts off the chest for storage. Can be used as blanket chest, bedside, table with storage, stand for display or collection. An beautiful antique decorative chest...

Category