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Vintage Camphor Steamer Trunk
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Vintage Camphor Steamer Trunk

1900 - 1920
Description

Rare Early C20th figured camphor of good colour and extensive brass mounts and catches, the rising lid revealing interior, the sides with steel carrying handles and the remnants of original steamer labels.

(please check my inventory for other camphor campaign type chests )

Physical Dimensions
Height
46cm (18.11")
Width
93cm (36.61")
Depth
51cm (20.08")
Declaration

Antiques Decorative has dated this Camphor Wood Steamer Trunk to the 1920s.

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SA1233260
Description
Rare Early C20th figured camphor of good colour and extensive brass mounts and catches, the rising lid revealing interior, the sides with steel carrying handles and the remnants of original steamer labels.

(please check my inventory for other camphor campaign type chests )

Height
46cm (18.11")
Width
93cm (36.61")
Depth
51cm (20.08")
Date of Manufacture

Antiques Decorative has dated this Camphor Wood Steamer Trunk to the 1920s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1233260
Antiques Decorative
Antiques Decorative
Sellingantiques verified Since Mar 2015

With over 30 years in the london antiques world, I have since established a dealership supplying the trade and private clients.

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Archive I A rectangular warm brown camphor wood steamer trunk with brass corner fittings, latches, and side carrying handles.

Vintage Camphor Steamer Trunk

Archive II A rectangular warm brown camphor wood steamer trunk with brass corner fittings, latches, and side carrying handles. View II
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Archive IV A rectangular warm brown camphor wood steamer trunk with brass corner fittings, latches, and side carrying handles. View IV
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A rectangular warm brown camphor wood steamer trunk with brass corner fittings, latches, and side carrying handles.
Vintage Camphor Steamer Trunk
Ref: SA1233260
A rectangular warm brown camphor wood steamer trunk with brass corner fittings, latches, and side carrying handles.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectStorage Trunks
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleColonial Campaign
  • MaterialCamphor Wood, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsBrass corner brackets, lever latches, drop handles
  • SizeH 46 cm (18 in) x W 93 cm (37 in) x D 51 cm (20 in)

This vintage colonial campaign steamer trunk dates from the 1920 period. It is formed from warm brown figured camphor wood and has a natural timber finish with visible grain patterns and surface marks showing age. The rectangular box incorporates polished brass corner brackets, triangular corner reinforcements, two spring-loaded lever latches, and a central locking clasp on the front. Side drop handles with metal loops assist with lifting. Measuring 46 cm high, 93 cm wide and 51 cm deep, the chest operates as a practical storage trunk. In a contemporary home, this piece fits easily at the foot of the bed in a bedroom, or serves as a coffee table or accent storage chest in a study or living area. The hinged lid opens to provide enclosed storage space for blankets, linens, or personal items while adding a traditional travel-inspired aesthetic to the interior design.

FAQs

Camphor trunks were historically constructed for naval officers and long-distance maritime travellers during the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries. The natural aromatic oils within camphor wood protected garments and linens from moths, insects, and dampness during long voyages across different climates.

These trunks are typically constructed from solid camphor wood or mahogany, bound with heavy-duty brass corner brackets and side straps. The brass hardware was designed to absorb impacts during transit and protect the timber frame from split edges.

Authentic pieces feature the distinct, long-lasting scent of camphor resin inside the box. Look for hand-fitted brass corner mounts, flush-fitting brass handles designed for tight stacking, and heavy steel or brass lever latches.

A steamer trunk serves as an effective central coffee table in a living area or as storage placed at the foot of a bed. The warm timber tones and aged metal fittings introduce visual weight and textural depth to modern or traditional schemes.

Dust the exterior timber regularly with a soft, dry cloth and apply a natural beeswax polish occasionally to preserve the grain finish. Avoid using harsh chemical solvents on the brass fittings to preserve the natural patina and oxidisation.
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