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Vintage Travel Case and Top Hat by Tress & Co., London

About the Item

Vintage travel case and top hat by Tress & Co., London. English, 20th century. Measures: hat: height 16 cm, width 26 cm, depth 31 cm. case: height 27 cm, width 35 cm, depth 20 cm. These intriguing objects, a vintage leather travel case and a silk-lined top hat, made in England in the early part of the twentieth century, are curious mementos of English style and travel history. Comprising a small rectangular travel case, with a latch mechanism, remnants of multiple travel stamped, and the address of a Mr Arkwright, the original owner, and top hat, made by Tress & Co. of London, embossed with initials 'D.L.A,' of the same. Fine pieces from the collection of an English gentleman, they will be of interest to those with an appreciation of pre-war England's style and travel history.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 10.63 in (27 cm)Width: 13.78 in (35 cm)Depth: 7.88 in (20 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Style:
    Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    20th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    London, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 17245c1stDibs: LU956332708582
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