London Fine Antiques has dated this piece to the 1910s.
A charming example from the golden age of sea voyages
Displaying a desirable aged patina and its years of travel
Natural cedar offers fine grain interest and mellow caramel hues
Stout bentwood bracing with iron caps to corners
Dressed with a large central clasp with a pair of latches alongside
Each clasp offers a sliding lock — tested as working, with key present
Key replete with 'Royal Yacht Club, London' fob
Lid opens smoothly, resting upon a hinge stay to reveal a light cream interior
Original leather carry handles to each end with circular iron mounts
Fascinating travel labels for locales including France and the Netherlands adorn the fascia
Hand-written 'hold' mark to lid with 'deck 3' on left side and '3rd' to the right, respectively
Delivered waxed, polished and ready to enjoy.
Dimensions:
Max Width: 93.5cm (36.75'')
Max Depth: 55.5cm (21.75'')
Max Height: 33.5cm (13.25'')
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Our Ref: 18.7448
London Fine Antiques has dated this piece to the 1910s.
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Large Antique Steamer Trunk, English, Cedar, Shipping Chest, Edwardian, C.1910
