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Vintage French Leather Travel Trunk

$1,200
£910.53
€1,041.11
CA$1,676.07
A$1,863.57
CHF 973.05
MX$22,684.15
NOK 12,415.72
SEK 11,632.93
DKK 7,770.01
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About the Item

This 1940s leather travel trunk exudes vintage charm, with a rich, timeworn patina that tells a story of countless journeys. The trunk’s deep brown leather has aged beautifully, developing a soft sheen and character that only decades of use could create. Scuffs and subtle cracks along the surface give it a rugged yet elegant appeal, while the brass hardware, slightly tarnished, adds a touch of classic sophistication. The leather straps, though weathered and cracked, still exist on the front side. Inside, the simple no nonsense interior, evokes a sense of nostalgia for a bygone era of travel. This piece carries the essence of adventure and history, a true relic of 1940s craftsmanship. Pictured atop a pair of dowel leg wire Herman Miller chairs for scale.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 14.5 in (36.83 cm)Width: 27 in (68.58 cm)Depth: 12 in (30.48 cm)
  • Style:
    Rustic (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1940s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Signs of great patination. Trunk has been treated with neatsfoot to moisten the leather. Split leather belts at buckle points. Split seems. Scratches and cracks to leather. See photos. That said, it’s really an amazing decorative piece.
  • Seller Location:
    Oklahoma City, OK
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1673241598332

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