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19th C. English Brass Bound Camphor Wood Campaign Trunk

About the Item

Lovely 19th century Campaign Trunk, camphor wood construction with nice, mellow patina, bound in brass, with brass lock escutcheon embossed "Thomson" and "Calcutta." Interior fitted with two inset upper trays revealing full trunk space below when removed. This trunk is unlocked and therefore fully usable, however there is no key available to lock it.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 20.5 in (52.07 cm)Width: 38 in (96.52 cm)Depth: 22 in (55.88 cm)
  • Style:
    Campaign (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1870
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Nantucket, MA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: MJT431stDibs: LU903928125472

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