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A Late George III Hide and Metal Bound Travelling Trunk Hy Seabrook of St.pauls, London, First Quarter 19th Century
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A Late George III Hide and Metal Bound Travelling Trunk Hy Seabrook of St.pauls, London, First Quarter 19th Century

18th century
For Sale by Jeckyll & Co
Description

Bearing an engraved brass plaque for Witson

27.5cm high x 61cm wide x 36cm

Structurally sound, looses to the hide, evidence of historic woodworm (long gone!).

Happy to pack and post at cost price, probably around £25. Please let me know if you have any questions.

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Physical Dimensions
Height
27.5cm (10.83")
Width
61cm (24.02")
Depth
36cm (14.17")
Declaration

Jeckyll & Co has dated this George III Hide Travelling Trunk to the Georgian era.

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SA1187932
Description
Bearing an engraved brass plaque for Witson

27.5cm high x 61cm wide x 36cm

Structurally sound, looses to the hide, evidence of historic woodworm (long gone!).

Happy to pack and post at cost price, probably around £25. Please let me know if you have any questions.

For news and stock updates follow us on Instagram

Height
27.5cm (10.83")
Width
61cm (24.02")
Depth
36cm (14.17")
Date of Manufacture

Jeckyll & Co has dated this George III Hide Travelling Trunk to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1187932
Jeckyll & Co
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A late George III hide and metal bound travelling trunk featuring brass stud embellishments, iron corner brackets, and carrying handles.
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Archive I A late George III hide and metal bound travelling trunk featuring brass stud embellishments, iron corner brackets, and carrying handles.

A Late George III Hide and Metal Bound Travelling Trunk Hy Seabrook of St.pauls, London, First Quarter 19th Century

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A late George III hide and metal bound travelling trunk featuring brass stud embellishments, iron corner brackets, and carrying handles.
A late George III hide and metal bound travelling trunk hy Seabrook of St.Pauls, London, first quarter 19th century
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A late George III hide and metal bound travelling trunk featuring brass stud embellishments, iron corner brackets, and carrying handles.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectTrunks & Chests
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorge III
  • MaterialHide, Iron, Wood, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsBrass stud decorative patterning, Iron corner brackets, Side carrying handles, Keyhole escutcheon
  • SizeH 27.5 cm (11 in) x W 61 cm (24 in) x D 36 cm (14 in)

A late George III travelling trunk originating from the first quarter of the 19th century, made in the style of Seabrook of St Pauls, London. The construction combines a warm brown timber frame covered in hide, reinforced with iron corner brackets, metal binding, and brass stud decorative patterning arranged in geometric layouts across the front and lid. Additional hardware includes side carrying handles and a keyhole escutcheon on the front panel. Visible signs of age and condition comprise losses and flaking to the hide covering, surface wear, and evidence of historic woodworm, alongside structural soundness. The piece measures 27.5 cm high, 61 cm wide, and 36 cm deep, offering a compact storage footprint suited for placement within a gentleman's library or study as a decorative chest or display surface.

FAQs

Late George III travelling trunks date from the early nineteenth century and were constructed to withstand horse-drawn carriage and maritime travel. They typically feature a timber core covered in animal hide, secured with brass studs and iron strapping.

These trunks were primarily built using solid pine or oak framework covered in natural hide. Structural durability was enhanced with wrought iron corner brackets, lock plates, side carrying handles, and decorative brass studs.

Authentic pieces display hand-forged iron hardware, irregular hand-hammered brass studs, and original makers paper labels inside the lid. Natural age-related wear, such as patinated metalwork and desiccation of the hide, also indicates authenticity.

A hide travelling trunk can serve as a central coffee table, an end-of-bed storage chest, or a statement piece in a hallway. Its textured surface adds historical character to modern rustic or eclectic living spaces.

Historic hide should be kept away from direct heat sources and excessive humidity to prevent splitting. Gentle cleaning with a dry soft brush and application of specialized leather conserve wax helps preserve the material without altering the natural patina.
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