Product Information for Old Leather Travel Trunk 2736

SOLD  Glorious antique American leather travel trunk from the late 1800s. This is an unusual large domed Saratoga trunk used for trans-Atlantic steamer travel at the end of the 20th century. The owners address can just be made out on the top of the trunk. 'Brooklyn, New York' and some others words were hand painted on the top. The trunk has a pine carcass, and it is covered with leather. There are wooden struts across the top and sides.
There is one of the top struts has sustained some damage and has split. A part of this strut is visible. The interiors shows significant signs of wear.

Our hardwood chests and travel trunks are unusual and each differs in size, style, finish and the number of compartments inside them.
They would make a great feature in a living room, bedroom or in a study.
These distinctive old chests would make beautiful jewellery or memory box or a great place to put your valuables.
Indian merchants and families would have originally used these authentic old wooden chests for keeping stationery, valuables, heirlooms, notes and records.

Size: W102 x D54 x H59 (40" x 21" x 23")

Please allow up seven working days for delivery.

Due their size / weight we are unable to accept orders for chests outside the UK.

Note: Our chests are not new or made to look old. They may have small marks and scratches on them, which are consistent with their age and original use. We feel these add to their character and appeal. Please look at the photos to get an idea of their condition. For more information see our ethical policy for wooden furniture and wooden accessories.
Scaramanga specialises in antique, old and vintage wooden chests, coffers, boxes, trunks, blanket boxes, kists, shaving boxes, money boxes and treasures troves.