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French Canvas Suit Case/cabin Trunk, Cunard/cherbourg
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French Canvas Suit Case/cabin Trunk, Cunard/cherbourg

1900 - 1920
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French Canvas Suit Case/Cabin Trunk, Cunard/Cherbourg

This is a very fine quality piece it is in sound condition with no tears or major blemishes, it is in black canvas with Cunard and Cherbourg travel labels, studded bandings and brass fittings

The case stands on end to be opened out revealing a small cabin wardrobe with hanging rails.

The locks are in brass and all work well, it has brass studs, the interior is in good condition, it has a fabric cover over the shoe compartment to secure the contents

The Suit Case is 20” wide , 10” deep and 32“ high

To get an accurate delivery quote please send us your location.KF36

Physical Dimensions
Height
82cm (32.28")
Width
50cm (19.69")
Depth
15cm (5.91")
Declaration

Elmgarden has dated this French Canvas Cabin Trunk to the 1900s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1215571
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KF36
Description
French Canvas Suit Case/Cabin Trunk, Cunard/Cherbourg
This is a very fine quality piece it is in sound condition with no tears or major blemishes, it is in black canvas with Cunard and Cherbourg travel labels, studded bandings and brass fittings.
Elmgarden
fig 1. A black canvas cabin trunk featuring brass latches, riveted edges, a central handle, and original Cunard Line Cherbourg travel labels.
fig 1. French Canvas Suit Case/cabin Trunk, Cunard/cherbourg

The case stands on end to be opened out revealing a small cabin wardrobe with hanging rails.

The locks are in brass and all work well, it has brass studs, the interior is in good condition, it has a fabric cover over the shoe compartment to secure the contents

The Suit Case is 20” wide , 10” deep and 32“ high

To get an accurate delivery quote please send us your location.KF36

Height
82cm (32.28")
Width
50cm (19.69")
Depth
15cm (5.91")
Date of Manufacture

Elmgarden has dated this French Canvas Cabin Trunk to the 1900s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1215571
Dealers Internal Ref
KF36
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A black canvas cabin trunk featuring brass latches, riveted edges, a central handle, and original Cunard Line Cherbourg travel labels.
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Archive I A black canvas cabin trunk featuring brass latches, riveted edges, a central handle, and original Cunard Line Cherbourg travel labels.

French Canvas Suit Case/Cabin Trunk, Cunard/Cherbourg

Archive II A black canvas cabin trunk featuring brass latches, riveted edges, a central handle, and original Cunard Line Cherbourg travel labels. View II
Archive III A black canvas cabin trunk featuring brass latches, riveted edges, a central handle, and original Cunard Line Cherbourg travel labels. View III
Archive IV A black canvas cabin trunk featuring brass latches, riveted edges, a central handle, and original Cunard Line Cherbourg travel labels. View IV
Archive V A black canvas cabin trunk featuring brass latches, riveted edges, a central handle, and original Cunard Line Cherbourg travel labels. View V
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A black canvas cabin trunk featuring brass latches, riveted edges, a central handle, and original Cunard Line Cherbourg travel labels.
French Canvas Suit Case/Cabin Trunk, Cunard/Cherbourg
Ref: SA1215571
A black canvas cabin trunk featuring brass latches, riveted edges, a central handle, and original Cunard Line Cherbourg travel labels.
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Cabin trunks were developed in the late 19th and early 20th centuries specifically to fit underneath steamship berths or train bunks during transatlantic and long-distance travel.

These trunks were typically constructed from wood frames covered in heavy-duty canvas, reinforced with metal or timber slats, and secured with brass catches and leather handles.

Authentic pieces feature period brass catches, riveted metal trim, reinforced corners, and original shipping labels or stencils from liner companies and ports of call.

Vintage trunks can be styled as unique coffee tables, stacked in an empty corner as decorative side tables, or placed at the foot of a bed for secondary storage.

Clean canvas gently with a dry soft brush, polish brass fittings with dedicated metal cleaner, and store in a dry room to prevent mould and metal oxidisation.
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