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Late 19th Century China Trade Sea Captain's Chest

$2,900
£2,194.55
€2,531.01
CA$4,049.65
A$4,536.92
CHF 2,361.46
MX$55,250.94
NOK 30,081.85
SEK 28,328.62
DKK 18,893.64
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About the Item

Late 19th century China Trade Sea Captain's chest, circa 1880. Aluminum banding and steel handles with double locks (one missing). The trunk lid interior is fitted with an aluminum seal that sits down on raised camphor wood edge for an air tight compartment.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 18.25 in (46.36 cm)Width: 33.25 in (84.46 cm)Depth: 19.5 in (49.53 cm)
  • Style:
    Campaign (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Aluminum,Steel
  • Place of Origin:
    China
  • Period:
    Late 19th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1880
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. 1 Missing Lock.
  • Seller Location:
    Charleston, SC
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: DSA08149331stDibs: LU887010814933

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