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ANTiQUE FRENCH CIRCA 1880 ORIGINAL EMBROIDERED UPHOLSTERY FLORAL LINEN TRUNK

$2,394.22
£1,750
€2,058.91
CA$3,288.10
A$3,680.04
CHF 1,921.55
MX$44,896.68
NOK 24,391.61
SEK 23,146.14
DKK 15,374.97
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Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this super unique, original French circa 1880 fully embroidered linen trunk or chest Please note the delivery fee listed is just a guide, it covers within the M25 only for the UK and local Europe only for international, if you would like an accurate quote, please send me your postcode and I’ll provide you with the exact price. This piece is stunning, very rare, I have never seen another like it, the finish and patina are sublime, this was designed before clothes trunks were a thing, someone with a lot of foresight knew what they needed to manage linens and made it! The condition is 100% original and unrestored apart from some light wax on the timber parts, it is in ready to go condition Dimensions Height:- 73.5cm Width:- 65.5cm Depth:- 41.5cm Please note all measurements are taken at the widest point, if you would like any additional or specific measurements please ask. Any questions please feel free to ask before you bid. Condition Please view the very detailed pictures as they form part of the description around condition Please note vintage period and original items such as leather seating will always have natural patina in the form of cracking creasing and wear, we recommend regular waxing to ensure no moisture is lost, also hand dyed leather is not recommended to sit in direct sunlight for prolonged periods of time as it will dry out and fade.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 28.94 in (73.5 cm)Width: 25.79 in (65.5 cm)Depth: 16.34 in (41.5 cm)
  • Style:
    High Victorian (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1880
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor fading.
  • Seller Location:
    West Sussex, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU2823335846552

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