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A Large 18th Century Dutch Leather Studded, Dome Top Trunk, 112cm Carry Handles
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A Large 18th Century Dutch Leather Studded, Dome Top Trunk, 112cm Carry Handles

18th century
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Description

A Large 18th Century Dutch Leather Studded, Dome Top Trunk, 112cm Carry Handles.

An impressive 18th century, Dutch leather storage trunk measuring 112cm with with original brass studded decoration, traditional dome top and forged iron carrying handles.

A handsome country house storage trunk retaining its original stretched leather over pine frame, secured and decorated with brass studs and presented in mostly very good original condition.

With original locks and ornate, conspicuous hand cut iron escutcheons, no key, please note that 1 iron strap is damaged and some leather fringe is detached whilst complete and an easy fix which we shall address and update photos once through the workshop. Otherwise in exactly the original condition you’d hope to find and showing an elegant timeworn patination to the leather.

A very fine 18th century trunk.

Dimensions

Width 112cm

Depth 53cm

Height 51-52cm

Please request more photos and any questions invited.

Free collection from Lewes, East Sussex.

U.K. delivery available.

We can recommend a whole of U.K. weekly delivery for £75, please enquire for prices to parts of Scotland and some area of Wales which may have a slight premium.

Physical Dimensions
Width
112cm (44.09")
Depth
53cm (20.87")
Declaration

Gilt and Gesso has dated this Antique Dutch Leather Trunk to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1227768
Description
A Large 18th Century Dutch Leather Studded, Dome Top Trunk, 112cm Carry Handles.
An impressive 18th century, Dutch leather storage trunk measuring 112cm with with original brass studded decoration, traditional dome top and forged iron carrying handles.
Gilt and Gesso
fig 1. An 18th-century Dutch dark brown leather trunk featuring a domed lid, intricate brass studding in scrolling floral patterns, and iron lock hardware.
fig 1. A Large 18th Century Dutch Leather Studded, Dome Top Trunk, 112cm Carry Handles

A handsome country house storage trunk retaining its original stretched leather over pine frame, secured and decorated with brass studs and presented in mostly very good original condition.

With original locks and ornate, conspicuous hand cut iron escutcheons, no key, please note that 1 iron strap is damaged and some leather fringe is detached whilst complete and an easy fix which we shall address and update photos once through the workshop. Otherwise in exactly the original condition you’d hope to find and showing an elegant timeworn patination to the leather.

fig 2. An 18th-century Dutch dark brown leather trunk featuring a domed lid, intricate brass studding in scrolling floral patterns, and iron lock hardware.
fig 2. A Large 18th Century Dutch Leather Studded, Dome Top Trunk, 112cm Carry Handles

A very fine 18th century trunk.

Dimensions

Width 112cm

Depth 53cm

Height 51-52cm

Please request more photos and any questions invited.

Free collection from Lewes, East Sussex.

U.K. delivery available.

We can recommend a whole of U.K. weekly delivery for £75, please enquire for prices to parts of Scotland and some area of Wales which may have a slight premium.

Width
112cm (44.09")
Depth
53cm (20.87")
Date of Manufacture

Gilt and Gesso has dated this Antique Dutch Leather Trunk to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1227768
Gilt and Gesso
Sellingantiques verified Since May 2023
Dealer Profile

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A Large 18th Century Dutch Leather Studded, Dome Top Trunk, 112cm Carry Handles

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An 18th-century Dutch dark brown leather trunk featuring a domed lid, intricate brass studding in scrolling floral patterns, and iron lock hardware.
A Large 18th Century Dutch Leather Studded, Dome Top Trunk, 112cm Carry Handles
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An 18th-century Dutch dark brown leather trunk featuring a domed lid, intricate brass studding in scrolling floral patterns, and iron lock hardware.
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An 18th-century Dutch leather trunk is a wooden chest clad in thick hide and decorated with brass studding, produced in the Netherlands during the late Baroque and Rococo periods. Designed for travel and storage, these trunks typically feature curved or domed lids engineered to deflect rainwater during transit.

These trunks were built around a sturdy timber carcass, usually pine or oak, stretched over with treated leather hides. Heavy iron hardwareincluding side handles, hinges, and decorative lock plateswas applied alongside hand-hammered brass studs arranged in decorative scroll patterns.

Authentic period examples feature hand-cut iron fittings showing signs of hand-forging, irregular spacing in the brass studding, and natural craquelure across the aged leather surface. The underlying timber construction will display hand-sawn markings and historic joinery techniques rather than machine cuts.

A large dome-top trunk works exceptionally well placed at the foot of a bed, set within a spacious hallway, or utilised as an accent piece in a study. The deep leather texture and metalwork introduce visual weight and historic contrast when paired alongside contemporary upholstered furniture.

Keep the trunk away from direct heat sources and radiators to prevent the leather hide from drying out or cracking. Dust gently with a soft brush or dry cloth, and apply specialised leather conservation creams sparingly to nourish the hide without disturbing the aged patina of the metalwork.
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