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19th Century Teak Zanzibar Trunk
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19th Century Teak Zanzibar Trunk

19th century
Sold 20 November 2025 · Walton House Antiques
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Description

A 19th century Zanzibar trunk with three drawers made of teak and brass work studs. Of fabulous colour.

Dimensions

Height 18" 46cm

Width 36" 92cm

Depth 16" 41cm

All of the items that we advertise for sale have been as accurately described as possible and are in excellent condition, unless otherwise stated. Please note that we are also able to arrange a full shipping service for our customers. We look forward to being of service.

Physical Dimensions
Height
46cm (18.11")
Width
92cm (36.22")
Depth
41cm (16.14")
Declaration

Walton House Antiques has dated this Antique Teak Trunk to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1134267
Dealers Internal Reference
WH9285
Dealers Notes

All of the items that we advertise for sale have been as accurately described as possible and are in excellent condition, unless otherwise stated. Please note that we are also able to arrange a full shipping service for our customers. We look forward to being of service.

Description
A 19th century Zanzibar trunk with three drawers made of teak and brass work studs. Of fabulous colour.

Dimensions

Height 18" 46cm

Width 36" 92cm

Depth 16" 41cm

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All of the items that we advertise for sale have been as accurately described as possible and are in excellent condition, unless otherwise stated.
Walton House Antiques

Please note that we are also able to arrange a full shipping service for our customers. We look forward to being of service.

Height
46cm (18.11")
Width
92cm (36.22")
Depth
41cm (16.14")
Date of Manufacture

Walton House Antiques has dated this Antique Teak Trunk to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1134267
Dealers Internal Ref
WH9285
Walton House Antiques
Walton House Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Oct 2011

Specialists in 18th and early 19th century antique furniture 19th century oils and 19th french ormolu clocks

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Walton House Antiques is a registered member of LAPADA  CINOA

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Archive I A rectangular 19th-century dark teak trunk featuring intricate brass stud work, brass strapwork, three small lower drawers, and a central brass clasp against a neutral background. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

19th Century Teak Zanzibar Trunk

Archive II A rectangular 19th-century dark teak trunk featuring intricate brass stud work, brass strapwork, three small lower drawers, and a central brass clasp against a neutral background. View II
Archive III A rectangular 19th-century dark teak trunk featuring intricate brass stud work, brass strapwork, three small lower drawers, and a central brass clasp against a neutral background. View III
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Archive VI A rectangular 19th-century dark teak trunk featuring intricate brass stud work, brass strapwork, three small lower drawers, and a central brass clasp against a neutral background. View VI
Archive VII A rectangular 19th-century dark teak trunk featuring intricate brass stud work, brass strapwork, three small lower drawers, and a central brass clasp against a neutral background. View VII
Archive VIII A rectangular 19th-century dark teak trunk featuring intricate brass stud work, brass strapwork, three small lower drawers, and a central brass clasp against a neutral background. View VIII
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BA12 6DL
United Kingdom
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A rectangular 19th-century dark teak trunk featuring intricate brass stud work, brass strapwork, three small lower drawers, and a central brass clasp against a neutral background.
19th century teak Zanzibar trunk
Ref: SA1134267
A rectangular 19th-century dark teak trunk featuring intricate brass stud work, brass strapwork, three small lower drawers, and a central brass clasp against a neutral background.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectTrunks & Chests
  • Period19th century
  • StyleAnglo-Indian / East African Trade
  • MaterialTeak, Brass
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsBrass studding, Geometric brass strapwork, Lower drawer configuration, Hinged rectangular lid
  • SizeH 46 cm (18 in) x W 92 cm (36 in) x D 41 cm (16 in)

FAQs

Zanzibar trunks originate from East Africa and trading routes of the Indian Ocean, typically characterised by heavy timber construction, elaborate brass studding, strapwork, and often a hinged lid above base drawers.

These pieces are traditionally built from durable tropical hardwoods such as teak or rosewood, heavily reinforced with hand-beaten brass sheeting, studs, and forged iron or brass hardware.

Authenticity is identified through hand-cut joinery, traditional hand-poured brass casting, irregular hand-beaten stud patterns, natural timber ageing, and period-appropriate iron or brass locking mechanisms.

This type of statement furniture works effectively as a coffee table in a living room, a functional storage piece at the foot of a bed, or an accent feature in an entryway to anchor the space.

Maintain the timber by dusting with a dry microfibre cloth and periodically applying a microcrystalline wax to nourish the wood, avoiding direct sunlight, excessive humidity, and harsh chemical cleaning agents.
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