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Antique Steamer Trunk Luggage Case Leather Vintage 1920s
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Antique Steamer Trunk Luggage Case Leather Vintage 1920s

1900 - 1920
Description

A handsome early 20th-century leather steamer trunk, finished in brown leather with hardwood strengthening bands, metal corner mounts and original brass studwork

Circa 1920

The trunk retains its original lock, catches and carrying handles, together with remnants of vintage travel labels that add to its character and history

Originally designed for ocean travel, this well-proportioned trunk now makes an excellent coffee table, blanket box or decorative storage piece

A classic and practical item with plenty of period charm, ideal for both traditional and contemporary interiors

Offered in great shape

Will ship to anywhere in the world - including the US - please get in touch for a shipping quote

Dimensions are in inches (CM):

Width x Depth x Height

34 (86.5) x 22 (56) x 19 (48.5)

Physical Dimensions
Height
48.5cm (19.09")
Width
86.5cm (34.06")
Depth
56cm (22.05")
Declaration

Canonbury Antiques has dated this Antique Leather Steamer Trunk to the 1920s.

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SA1236889
Description
A handsome early 20th-century leather steamer trunk, finished in brown leather with hardwood strengthening bands, metal corner mounts and original brass studwork

Circa 1920

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The trunk retains its original lock, catches and carrying handles, together with remnants of vintage travel labels that add to its character and history.
Canonbury Antiques
fig 1. A dark brown 1920s antique steamer trunk with wooden slats, corner brackets, and a central metal latch.
fig 1. Antique Steamer Trunk Luggage Case Leather Vintage 1920s

Originally designed for ocean travel, this well-proportioned trunk now makes an excellent coffee table, blanket box or decorative storage piece

A classic and practical item with plenty of period charm, ideal for both traditional and contemporary interiors

fig 2. A dark brown 1920s antique steamer trunk with wooden slats, corner brackets, and a central metal latch.
fig 2. Antique Steamer Trunk Luggage Case Leather Vintage 1920s

Offered in great shape

Will ship to anywhere in the world - including the US - please get in touch for a shipping quote

Dimensions are in inches (CM):

Width x Depth x Height

34 (86.5) x 22 (56) x 19 (48.5)

Height
48.5cm (19.09")
Width
86.5cm (34.06")
Depth
56cm (22.05")
Date of Manufacture

Canonbury Antiques has dated this Antique Leather Steamer Trunk to the 1920s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1236889
Canonbury Antiques
Canonbury Antiques
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London UK antiques & decorative arts - ships globally

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Archive I A dark brown 1920s antique steamer trunk with wooden slats, corner brackets, and a central metal latch.

Antique Steamer Trunk Luggage Case Leather Vintage 1920s

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Hertfordshire
United Kingdom
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A dark brown 1920s antique steamer trunk with wooden slats, corner brackets, and a central metal latch.
Antique Steamer Trunk Luggage Case Leather Vintage 1920s
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A dark brown 1920s antique steamer trunk with wooden slats, corner brackets, and a central metal latch.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectTrunks & Chests
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • Style1920s Art Deco
  • MaterialLeather, Wood, Metal
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsBentwood slats, Corner brackets, Central metal latch, Studded trim
  • SizeH 48.5 cm (19 in) x W 86.5 cm (34 in) x D 56 cm (22 in)

FAQs

Steamer trunks were constructed during the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries specifically to withstand long ocean voyages aboard steamships. Designed to fit neatly inside cabin quarters or cargo holds, they provided durable, portable storage for garments and personal possessions.

Trunks from this era were typically manufactured using a solid timber framework reinforced with bentwood outer slats. The exterior was often bound in leather, heavy canvas, or vulcanised fibre, secured with steel or brass locks, corner brackets, and rivets.

Authentic period trunks feature age-appropriate patina on the metal fixings, heavy-duty latches with original keyholes, hand-set rivets, and period maker plates or interior paper linings. Original shipping labels or brass stamps also indicate historic provenance.

A flat-topped or low-profile trunk serves effectively as a central coffee table, a foot-of-bed blanket chest, or an accent side table. It adds visual texture and historical depth to contemporary rooms while supplying practical hidden storage.

Dust the exterior surface regularly using a dry, lint-free cloth. Apply dedicated leather conditioners sparingly to genuine hide sections, keep metal fittings free from moisture, and store the trunk in a dry environment with stable humidity to prevent wood warping or mould growth.
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