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Late 19th Century Steamer Trunk
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Late 19th Century Steamer Trunk

19th century
Description

A late 19th century lacquered steel trunk with teak bands.

With key.

Width: 89 cm.

Height: 65.5 cm.

Depth: 56 cm.

Physical Dimensions
Height
65.5cm (25.79")
Width
89cm (35.04")
Depth
56cm (22.05")
Declaration

Hatchwell Antiques has dated this Victorian Metal Steamer Trunk to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA889872
Description
A late 19th century lacquered steel trunk with teak bands.

With key.

Width: 89 cm.

Height: 65.5 cm.

Depth: 56 cm.

Height
65.5cm (25.79")
Width
89cm (35.04")
Depth
56cm (22.05")
Date of Manufacture

Hatchwell Antiques has dated this Victorian Metal Steamer Trunk to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA889872
Hatchwell Antiques
Hatchwell Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Sep 2016

Furniture & lighting alongside clocks, scientific & optical instruments.

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A late 19th-century steamer trunk featuring hammered metal panels, dark timber slats, metal corner brackets, and a central brass lock.
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Archive I A late 19th-century steamer trunk featuring hammered metal panels, dark timber slats, metal corner brackets, and a central brass lock.

Late 19th Century Steamer Trunk

Archive II A late 19th-century steamer trunk featuring hammered metal panels, dark timber slats, metal corner brackets, and a central brass lock. View II
Archive III A late 19th-century steamer trunk featuring hammered metal panels, dark timber slats, metal corner brackets, and a central brass lock. View III
Archive IV A late 19th-century steamer trunk featuring hammered metal panels, dark timber slats, metal corner brackets, and a central brass lock. View IV
Archive V A late 19th-century steamer trunk featuring hammered metal panels, dark timber slats, metal corner brackets, and a central brass lock. View V
Archive VI A late 19th-century steamer trunk featuring hammered metal panels, dark timber slats, metal corner brackets, and a central brass lock. View VI
Archive VII A late 19th-century steamer trunk featuring hammered metal panels, dark timber slats, metal corner brackets, and a central brass lock. View VII
Archive VIII A late 19th-century steamer trunk featuring hammered metal panels, dark timber slats, metal corner brackets, and a central brass lock. View VIII
Archive IX A late 19th-century steamer trunk featuring hammered metal panels, dark timber slats, metal corner brackets, and a central brass lock. View IX
Archive X A late 19th-century steamer trunk featuring hammered metal panels, dark timber slats, metal corner brackets, and a central brass lock. View X
Archive XI A late 19th-century steamer trunk featuring hammered metal panels, dark timber slats, metal corner brackets, and a central brass lock. View XI
Archive XII A late 19th-century steamer trunk featuring hammered metal panels, dark timber slats, metal corner brackets, and a central brass lock. View XII
Archive XIII A late 19th-century steamer trunk featuring hammered metal panels, dark timber slats, metal corner brackets, and a central brass lock. View XIII
Archive XIV A late 19th-century steamer trunk featuring hammered metal panels, dark timber slats, metal corner brackets, and a central brass lock. View XIV
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Hatchwell Antiques
Telephone 020 7351 2344
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533 Kings Road
London
SW10 0TZ
United Kingdom
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Verified Since Sep 2016
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A late 19th-century steamer trunk featuring hammered metal panels, dark timber slats, metal corner brackets, and a central brass lock.
Late 19th century steamer trunk
Ref: SA889872
A late 19th-century steamer trunk featuring hammered metal panels, dark timber slats, metal corner brackets, and a central brass lock.
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  • ObjectTrunks & Chests
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialWood, Metal, Brass
  • ColourSilver and Warm Brown
  • MotifsWood slatted exterior, Embossed metal panels, Brass lock plate, Riveted metal brackets
  • SizeH 65.5 cm (26 in) x W 89 cm (35 in) x D 56 cm (22 in)

This late 19th-century Victorian steamer trunk combines lacquered steel panels in silver with vertical dark teak wood slats and bands. The exterior displays embossed metal panels, visible rivets, ornate metal brackets on the corners and edges, and a central brass lock plate with an included key. The construction incorporates contrasting warm brown timber elements against the metallic surface, showing natural surface wear and crinkling to the steel sheeting consistent with age. Measuring 65.5 cm high, 89 cm wide, and 56 cm deep, this chest provides functional storage space for a home. Placed at the foot of the bed, it serves as a practical surface or blanket chest while adding period character to a bedroom or living area.

FAQs

Steamer trunks were developed during the late Victorian era to protect personal belongings during extended travel by steamship and steam train. Their rigid wood and metal construction shielded contents from rough handling, damp conditions, and atmospheric exposure.

These trunks were typically constructed from pine or hardwood frames clad in canvas, leather, or sheet metal such as iron or zinc. Reinforcements included oak or ash outer slats, iron corner brackets, and cast brass locking hardware.

Authentic period pieces feature heavy construction, hand-riveted metal or wooden slats, period brass locks often stamped by historic manufacturers, and evidence of interior paper lining or tray inserts consistent with late Victorian manufacturing techniques.

A steamer trunk can function as a central coffee table in a living room, a blanket chest at the foot of a bed, or a decorative storage unit in a hallway or study, introducing historical texture to contemporary or traditional schemes.

Dust metal and wood surfaces regularly with a soft, dry cloth. Preserve timber slats using clear microcrystalline wax, and clean metalwork gently without abrasive chemical polish to retain natural age and patination.
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