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English Antique Brown Leather Military Trunk
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    34 years in the antiques trade, miles is constantly sourcing interesting, original, mainly english antique furniture and accessories.
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English Antique Brown Leather Military Trunk

1900 - 1920
Sold 5 March 2025 · Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd
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English Antique Brown Leather Military Trunk

A high quality, thick brown antique leather bound English military trunk of large size, originally used to transport goods via a pack horse, being slung onto the sides of horses and mules. In amazing condition, cloth lined inside with thick leather handles to both sides. The base is tinned on the outer with protective metal edges. A super piece of antique military storage that dates to 1900.

Dimensions

Height: 46cm (18.25")

Width: 70cm (27.78")

Depth: 43cm (17.06")

Date of Manufacture

Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd has dated this Leather Military Trunk to the Edwardian era.

Physical Dimensions
Height
46cm (18.11")
Width
70cm (27.56")
Depth
43cm (16.93")
Reference Numbers
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SA1127958
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English Antique Brown Leather Military Trunk
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A high quality, thick brown antique leather bound English military trunk of large size, originally used to transport goods via a pack horse, being slung onto the sides of horses and mules.
Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd

In amazing condition, cloth lined inside with thick leather handles to both sides. The base is tinned on the outer with protective metal edges. A super piece of antique military storage that dates to 1900.

Dimensions

Height: 46cm (18.25")

Width: 70cm (27.78")

Depth: 43cm (17.06")

Date of Manufacture

Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd has dated this Leather Military Trunk to the Edwardian era.

Height
46cm (18.11")
Width
70cm (27.56")
Depth
43cm (16.93")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1127958
Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd
Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd
Sellingantiques verified Since May 2009

34 years in the antiques trade, miles is constantly sourcing interesting, original, mainly english antique furniture and accessories.

Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd Profile Page

Trade Associations

Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd is a registered member of LAPADA 

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Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd

Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd
Telephone 01524 241716
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North Yorkshire
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/mga
Verified Since May 2009
Items For Sale 161
Items Sold 10,770
Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd
Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd
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An antique brown leather military trunk featuring reinforced brass corners, side carry handles, and a central metal latch.
English Antique Brown Leather Military Trunk
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An antique brown leather military trunk featuring reinforced brass corners, side carry handles, and a central metal latch.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectTrunks and Chests
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleCampaign
  • MaterialLeather, Wood, Brass, Iron
  • ColourBrown
  • MotifsBrass corner brackets, Leather carry handles, Metal latch closure, Reinforced base banding
  • SizeH 46 cm (18 in) x W 70 cm (28 in) x D 43 cm (17 in)

FAQs

Military campaign trunks were manufactured for officers in the British armed forces during the 18th, 19th, and early 20th centuries to transport uniforms, maps, and personal belongings during international postings.

These chests typically feature a sturdy wooden core covered in durable leather, reinforced with brass corners, iron straps, and robust side carrying handles designed to withstand rigorous travel.

Authentic period pieces often exhibit genuine wear patterns, hand-stitched leather seams, period brass locking mechanisms, and makers stamps or original travel labels.

An antique trunk works well as a functional coffee table in a living room, a decorative storage solution at the foot of a bed, or a statement piece in a hallway.

Preservation involves regular dusting with a dry cloth and the application of microcrystalline wax or specialist leather conditioner to nourish the hide and prevent drying or cracking.
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