19th Century Large Industrial Cane Travelling Trunk Log Basket Storage Coffee Table Wicker

RETIREMENT SALE. 50% DISCOUNT. WAS £1000. NOW £495.

Antique Industrial Wicker Traveling Trunk with Internal Linen Tray by J. Jackson

Overview

An exceptional and rare late Victorian / early Edwardian woven wicker traveling trunk, dating to circa 1895–1915. Hand-crafted in the historic textile heartland of West Yorkshire, England, this heavy-duty industrial chest retains its highly sought-after original internal lift-out linen tray and its bold, crisp manufacturer’s stamp. Equal parts practical storage and striking decorative statement, this piece is a beautiful example of British industrial heritage that functions perfectly in a modern interior as a unique blanket chest, laundry trunk, or rustic coffee table. it is much more robust than the average trunk having heavy metal rods and bindings to the top and sides

Historical Provenance

The interior of the lid features a wonderfully preserved, vivid blue oval maker's stamp reading:“J. Jackson, Basket, Skip & Hamper Maker, 37 George Street, Leeds Road, Bradford.”The exterior is further enhanced by hand-painted black stenciled initials ("R.H / BR"), providing authentic industrial character from its days moving textiles through the West Yorkshire mill trades.

Dimensions Width: 80 cm (31.5 in)Depth: 56 cm (22.0 in)Height: 60 cm (23.6 in).Condition Report Overall: Good antique condition, structurally sound, and full of rich historic patina. Wicker & Interior: The willow weave is robust, though it displays minor, wear to the high-impact corners and lid rim edges. The internal canvas lining is completely intact and securely stitched, holding the original wooden horizontal structural rods in place. The highly collectible internal lift-out tray remains in excellent, usable condition. Hardware: The original iron strap hinges and long front locking bar are fully intact and firmly attached, showing a heavy, authentic surface rust and oxidation that beautifully underscores its age.

FREE DELIVERY- Most of our items priced in excess of £1500 are delivered free of charge and can be purchased with a 20% deposit and the balance on delivery to most mainland UK destinations. Please specify a postal area for clarification. We deliver to all international destinations in foam lined wooden ply crates. Please email or phone for a quote. We abide by the UK and EU consumer contracts regulations 2014/distance selling regulations and confirm that if for any reason you are not happy , within the first fourteen days of receiving the item, we will issue a full refund minus the return carriage costs. All items must be returned within 7 days following confirmation of intention to return the item.

All our items arrive in great condition and have all been through our workshops and fully restored so they arrive in house ready condition, unless stated to the contrary; any imperfections are commensurate with the age and beauty of owning antiques.