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Antique Studded Zanzibar Chest, African, Carriage Trunk, Victorian, Circa 1850
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Antique Studded Zanzibar Chest, African, Carriage Trunk, Victorian, Circa 1850

19th century
Description

This is an antique studded Zanzibar chest. An African, mahogany and brass decorated carriage trunk, dating to the early Victorian period, circa 1850. A fine example of 19th century travel ware, offering striking form and enduring practicality.

Appealing Zanzibar trunk with bold, exotic charm and rich colour

Crafted in select mahogany, displaying deep russet hues and fine grain interest

Distinctive brass press stud decoration adorns the fascia in tactile array

Dressed with brass corner strapping, enhancing visual solidity and travel heritage

Hinged lid lifts with a pair of prominent strap hinges, resting confidently when open

Secured with a shaped brass latch, featuring charming circular detailing

Interior hosts a generously sized compartment, ideal for storage or display

Includes a covered candle box to one side, lid resting neatly beneath the open chest

A superb and collectable example of an early Victorian Zanzibar chest, this African carriage trunk would enhance any interior setting or hallway, serving beautifully as a coffee table, feature piece or practical blanket box. Solid joints and construction, delivered ready for the home.

Dimensions:

Max Width: 78cm (30.75'')

Max Depth: 34.5cm (13.5'')

Max Height: 34cm (13.5'')

Candle Box Width: 7.5cm (3'')

Candle Box Depth: 28.5cm (11.25'')

Candle Box Height: 6cm (2.25'')

Internal Width: 60cm (23.5'')

Internal Depth: 28cm (11'')

Internal Height: 28.5cm (11.25'')

Physical Dimensions
Height
34cm (13.39")
Width
78cm (30.71")
Depth
34.5cm (13.58")
Declaration

London Fine Antiques has dated this Antique Zanzibar Studded Chest to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1151056
Dealers Internal Reference
25494
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Description
This is an antique studded Zanzibar chest.
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An African, mahogany and brass decorated carriage trunk, dating to the early Victorian period, circa 1850.
London Fine Antiques

A fine example of 19th century travel ware, offering striking form and enduring practicality.

fig 1. A dark hardwood storage trunk featuring dense geometric patterns formed by brass studs, with corner brackets and a brass lock plate.
fig 1. Antique Studded Zanzibar Chest, African, Carriage Trunk, Victorian, Circa 1850

Appealing Zanzibar trunk with bold, exotic charm and rich colour

Crafted in select mahogany, displaying deep russet hues and fine grain interest

Distinctive brass press stud decoration adorns the fascia in tactile array

fig 2. A dark hardwood storage trunk featuring dense geometric patterns formed by brass studs, with corner brackets and a brass lock plate.
fig 2. Antique Studded Zanzibar Chest, African, Carriage Trunk, Victorian, Circa 1850

Dressed with brass corner strapping, enhancing visual solidity and travel heritage

Hinged lid lifts with a pair of prominent strap hinges, resting confidently when open

Secured with a shaped brass latch, featuring charming circular detailing

fig 3. A dark hardwood storage trunk featuring dense geometric patterns formed by brass studs, with corner brackets and a brass lock plate.
fig 3. Antique Studded Zanzibar Chest, African, Carriage Trunk, Victorian, Circa 1850

Interior hosts a generously sized compartment, ideal for storage or display

Includes a covered candle box to one side, lid resting neatly beneath the open chest

A superb and collectable example of an early Victorian Zanzibar chest, this African carriage trunk would enhance any interior setting or hallway, serving beautifully as a coffee table, feature piece or practical blanket box. Solid joints and construction, delivered ready for the home.

fig 4. A dark hardwood storage trunk featuring dense geometric patterns formed by brass studs, with corner brackets and a brass lock plate.
fig 4. Antique Studded Zanzibar Chest, African, Carriage Trunk, Victorian, Circa 1850

Dimensions:

Max Width: 78cm (30.75'')

Max Depth: 34.5cm (13.5'')

Max Height: 34cm (13.5'')

Candle Box Width: 7.5cm (3'')

Candle Box Depth: 28.5cm (11.25'')

Candle Box Height: 6cm (2.25'')

Internal Width: 60cm (23.5'')

Internal Depth: 28cm (11'')

Internal Height: 28.5cm (11.25'')

Height
34cm (13.39")
Width
78cm (30.71")
Depth
34.5cm (13.58")
Date of Manufacture

London Fine Antiques has dated this Antique Zanzibar Studded Chest to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1151056
Dealers Internal Ref
25494
London Fine Antiques
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A dark hardwood storage trunk featuring dense geometric patterns formed by brass studs, with corner brackets and a brass lock plate.
Antique Studded Zanzibar Chest, African, Carriage Trunk, Victorian, Circa 1850
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Zanzibar chests originated along the Swahili coast as essential trade containers, blending Arab, Indian, and East African craft traditions through decorative brass studding and robust hardwood framing.

These trunks were constructed from durable hardwoods such as teak or mahogany, complemented by hand-hammered brass studs, brass strap hinges, and iron side handles.

Authentic 19th-century examples feature hand-forged iron fittings, minor irregularities in the placement of hand-cut brass studs, and visible oxidisation on metal components.

A heavy wooden trunk functions effectively as a central coffee table in a living space or as functional linen storage positioned at the foot of a bed.

Clean the timber with a soft dry cloth and apply beeswax periodically, taking care not to build up wax around the brass studs, which should be left unpolished to maintain their aged patina.
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