An 18th Century Red Leather Travelling Trunk

18th century

Sold by Christine Kavanagh Antiques

Description

An English dome top travelling trunk with original nailed decoration. This leather covered, pine trunk would have originally been dyed a deep burgundy, and has now largely faded to a rich brown patina. Decorated on all four faces with a pattern of nails, this box is in very good condition given its age, retaining its original red silk lining. and iron carrying handles and brass plates, with just a few of the original studs missing , see image for a view of the most significant wear , bottom right rear panel. English early 18th century.

Physical Dimensions

Height

47cm (18.50")

Width

67cm (26.38")

Depth

41cm (16.14")

Declaration

Christine Kavanagh Antiques has dated this piece to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA798943

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Description

An English dome top travelling trunk with original nailed decoration.

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This leather covered, pine trunk would have originally been dyed a deep burgundy, and has now largely faded to a rich brown patina.

Christine Kavanagh Antiques

Decorated on all four faces with a pattern of nails, this box is in very good condition given its age, retaining its original red silk lining. and iron carrying handles and brass plates, with just a few of the original studs missing , see image for a view of the most significant wear , bottom right rear panel. English early 18th century.