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Late Eighteenth Century Teak Trunk
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Late Eighteenth Century Teak Trunk

19th century
Description

A late Eighteenth century

Teak trunk with a wash finish.

Probably Batavia.

Now available from our large showroom in Marlborough, Wiltshire.

Delivery available - please contact us for a quote.

Physical Dimensions
Height
35cm (13.78")
Width
77cm (30.31")
Depth
53cm (20.87")
Declaration

Ropeworks Antiques has dated this Antique Teak Wooden Trunk to the 1800s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1225262
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Shop is not open all the time and it is advised that if you are travelling far then it is best to call first.

Buying and selling antique and decorative furniture and related items from a riverside setting in the beautiful market town of Marlborough, home of the second widest high street in the UK.

Lovely riverfront cafe on site.

Keys present only if stated.

Description
A late Eighteenth century

Teak trunk with a wash finish.

Probably Batavia.

Now available from our large showroom in Marlborough, Wiltshire.

Delivery available - please contact us for a quote.

Height
35cm (13.78")
Width
77cm (30.31")
Depth
53cm (20.87")
Date of Manufacture

Ropeworks Antiques has dated this Antique Teak Wooden Trunk to the 1800s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1225262
Ropeworks Antiques
Ropeworks Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Dec 2012

Also on instagram - #ropeworksantiques

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Archive I A late eighteenth-century rectangular warm brown teak trunk with a brass keyhole escutcheon, ribbed metal bosses on the lid, and metal side carrying handles.

Late Eighteenth Century Teak Trunk

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Kennet Place
Marlborough
SN8 1NG
United Kingdom
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A late eighteenth-century rectangular warm brown teak trunk with a brass keyhole escutcheon, ribbed metal bosses on the lid, and metal side carrying handles.
Late eighteenth century teak trunk
Ref: SA1225262
A late eighteenth-century rectangular warm brown teak trunk with a brass keyhole escutcheon, ribbed metal bosses on the lid, and metal side carrying handles.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectTrunks & Coffers
  • Period19th century
  • StyleGeorgian Colonial
  • MaterialTeak, Brass, Iron
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsBrass escutcheon, Ribbed metal bosses, Drop carrying handles, Plinth base
  • SizeH 35 cm (14 in) x W 77 cm (30 in) x D 53 cm (21 in)

This Georgian Colonial trunk dates from around 1800 and takes the form of a rectangular teak chest with a wash finish in warm brown. The lid incorporates pairs of ribbed metal bosses along its edges, complemented by a brass keyhole escutcheon centred on the front elevation and metal drop carrying handles mounted on the sides. A stepped plinth base supports the lower section, while natural surface wear shows across the wooden panels from age. The chest measures 35 cm high, 77 cm wide and 53 cm deep, offering practical proportions for everyday storage needs. Placed within a gentleman's library, hallway or living room, the piece functions well at the foot of a bed or beneath a window as a traditional storage chest for linens, blankets or books.

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Late 18th-century teak trunks were constructed for durability during maritime transport and colonial trade. Made from dense teak wood resistant to moisture and pests, these trunks feature straightforward joinery, reinforced metal mounts, and heavy brass or iron fittings.

These coffers were crafted primarily from solid teak timber, valued for its natural oils and strength. Key structural elements included hand-cut joinery, heavy side carrying handles, and central brass keyhole escutcheons.

Authentic period teak trunks exhibit hand-planed wood surfaces, original cast or hand-forged hardware, and natural timber shrinkage consistent with age. Wear around the base, historic lock mechanisms, and authentic oxidisation on metal fittings also indicate original period pieces.

An antique teak trunk functions as a coffee table in a living room or positioned at the foot of a bed for linen storage. Its warm timber tones provide textural contrast alongside upholstered furniture and neutral wall palettes.

Maintain the timber by dusting regularly with a soft, dry cloth and applying a clear beeswax polish periodically to preserve the surface. Avoid placing the trunk adjacent to direct heat sources or high humidity to prevent timber movement and finish deterioration.
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