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Large Antique Steamer Trunk, American, Leather, Brass, Shipping Chest, Edwardian
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Large Antique Steamer Trunk, American, Leather, Brass, Shipping Chest, Edwardian

1900 - 1920
Sold 6 February 2025 · London Fine Antiques
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Description

This is a large antique steamer trunk. An American, leather and brass bound shipping chest, dating to the Edwardian period, circa 1910.

Fine example of decorative furniture, with a generously sized interior

Displays a desirable aged patina and in good original order

Lightly time worn leather with dark brown hues and press stud trim

Bound to the corners with brass caps for reassuring strength

Pleasingly dressed in leather to all surfaces of the generously proportioned form

Bold brass scallop latch to centre with inset lock — key absent

Further dressed with a pair of slide clips holding the lid securely

Large interior finished with a blue cotton lining, in clean order

Finished with leather carriage straps adorn either end

Remnants of travel labels adds a dash of period detail

Maker's mark to lid for 'London' by the New York Trunk & Bag Co

This is a generously sized antique steamer trunk, with a wonderful decorative appearance. Delivered ready for the home.

Dimensions:

Max Width: 101.5cm (40'')

Max Depth: 63cm (24.75'')

Max Height: 64cm (25.25'')

Interior Width: 98.5cm (38.75'')

Interior Depth: 58cm (22.75'')

Interior Height: 60.5cm (23.75'')

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Our Ref: 18.9960

Date of Manufacture

London Fine Antiques has dated this Antique Leather Steamer Trunk to the Edwardian era.

Physical Dimensions
Height
64cm (25.20")
Width
101.5cm (39.96")
Depth
63cm (24.80")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1049758
Dealers Internal Reference
18.9960
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Description
This is a large antique steamer trunk. An American, leather and brass bound shipping chest, dating to the Edwardian period, circa 1910.

Fine example of decorative furniture, with a generously sized interior

fig 1. An antique dark leather steamer trunk featuring brass hardware, reinforced corners, and vintage travel labels on the side.
fig 1. Large Antique Steamer Trunk, American, Leather, Brass, Shipping Chest, Edwardian

Displays a desirable aged patina and in good original order

Lightly time worn leather with dark brown hues and press stud trim

Bound to the corners with brass caps for reassuring strength

Pleasingly dressed in leather to all surfaces of the generously proportioned form

fig 2. An antique dark leather steamer trunk featuring brass hardware, reinforced corners, and vintage travel labels on the side.
fig 2. Large Antique Steamer Trunk, American, Leather, Brass, Shipping Chest, Edwardian

Bold brass scallop latch to centre with inset lock — key absent

Further dressed with a pair of slide clips holding the lid securely

Large interior finished with a blue cotton lining, in clean order

Finished with leather carriage straps adorn either end

fig 3. An antique dark leather steamer trunk featuring brass hardware, reinforced corners, and vintage travel labels on the side.
fig 3. Large Antique Steamer Trunk, American, Leather, Brass, Shipping Chest, Edwardian

Remnants of travel labels adds a dash of period detail

Maker's mark to lid for 'London' by the New York Trunk & Bag Co

This is a generously sized antique steamer trunk, with a wonderful decorative appearance. Delivered ready for the home.

fig 4. An antique dark leather steamer trunk featuring brass hardware, reinforced corners, and vintage travel labels on the side.
fig 4. Large Antique Steamer Trunk, American, Leather, Brass, Shipping Chest, Edwardian

Dimensions:

Max Width: 101.5cm (40'')

Max Depth: 63cm (24.75'')

Max Height: 64cm (25.25'')

Interior Width: 98.5cm (38.75'')

Interior Depth: 58cm (22.75'')

Interior Height: 60.5cm (23.75'')

We offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee with all of our antiques.

“
We ship worldwide with professional packing and attractive rates – please send us your post / zip code and country for a quote.
London Fine Antiques
fig 5. An antique dark leather steamer trunk featuring brass hardware, reinforced corners, and vintage travel labels on the side.
fig 5. Large Antique Steamer Trunk, American, Leather, Brass, Shipping Chest, Edwardian

Free delivery to most of the U.K. – Please send us your post code for confirmation.

Deliveries taking on average ten working days to arrive at your door from receipt of payment.

Please contact us if you require any further information - we are here to help.

Our Ref: 18.9960

Date of Manufacture

London Fine Antiques has dated this Antique Leather Steamer Trunk to the Edwardian era.

Height
64cm (25.20")
Width
101.5cm (39.96")
Depth
63cm (24.80")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1049758
Dealers Internal Ref
18.9960
London Fine Antiques
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An antique dark leather steamer trunk featuring brass hardware, reinforced corners, and vintage travel labels on the side.
Large Antique Steamer Trunk, American, Leather, Brass, Shipping Chest, Edwardian
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An antique dark leather steamer trunk featuring brass hardware, reinforced corners, and vintage travel labels on the side.
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  • ObjectTrunks and Chests
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleEdwardian
  • MaterialLeather, Wood, Brass
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsBrass corner brackets, Studded leather edging, Metal latches, Side carrying handles
  • SizeH 64 cm (25 in) x W 101.5 cm (40 in) x D 63 cm (25 in)

Steamer trunks evolved during the late 19th and early 20th centuries to accommodate the rise of luxury ocean liner travel, featuring lower profiles designed to fit beneath cabin berths.

Authentic period trunks typically feature a wood core covered in canvas, leather, or vulcanised fibre, reinforced with wooden slats, brass or iron hardware, and stud detailing.

Authenticity is indicated by period-appropriate construction methods such as hand-riveted hardware, wooden slat framing, makers labels, and genuine travel labels or transit marks.

Trunks function effectively as coffee tables, end-of-bed storage solutions, or decorative accent pieces that introduce texture and historical character to a room.

Preservation involves maintaining stable humidity levels, cleaning leather surfaces with appropriate conservation waxes, and avoiding direct sunlight to prevent material degradation.
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