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Early 19th Century French Leather Clad Trunk
For sale by The Old Cinema
for sale €1,697     $1,842
£1,450

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Early 19th Century French Leather Clad Trunk

19th century
For Sale by The Old Cinema
Description

Antique brown leather storage chest with brass Fleur de Lis and lion head decoration and studwork, dome top. Interior is metal lined. Handles are worn out, hanging loosely, so are decorative only cannot be used.

Physical Dimensions
Height
68cm (26.77")
Width
100cm (39.37")
Depth
60cm (23.62")
Declaration

The Old Cinema has dated this French Leather Studded Trunk to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA960486
Dealers Internal Reference
40708
Description
Antique brown leather storage chest with brass Fleur de Lis and lion head decoration and studwork, dome top. Interior is metal lined. Handles are worn out, hanging loosely, so are decorative only cannot be used.
Height
68cm (26.77")
Width
100cm (39.37")
Depth
60cm (23.62")
Date of Manufacture

The Old Cinema has dated this French Leather Studded Trunk to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA960486
Dealers Internal Ref
40708
The Old Cinema
Sellingantiques verified Since Jul 2020
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An early 19th-century French dark brown leather-clad trunk decorated with extensive brass studding forming fleur-de-lis motifs and diamond borders.
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Archive I An early 19th-century French dark brown leather-clad trunk decorated with extensive brass studding forming fleur-de-lis motifs and diamond borders.

Early 19th Century French Leather Clad Trunk

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Archive III An early 19th-century French dark brown leather-clad trunk decorated with extensive brass studding forming fleur-de-lis motifs and diamond borders. View III
Archive IV An early 19th-century French dark brown leather-clad trunk decorated with extensive brass studding forming fleur-de-lis motifs and diamond borders. View IV
Archive V An early 19th-century French dark brown leather-clad trunk decorated with extensive brass studding forming fleur-de-lis motifs and diamond borders. View V
Archive VI An early 19th-century French dark brown leather-clad trunk decorated with extensive brass studding forming fleur-de-lis motifs and diamond borders. View VI
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160 Chiswick High Road
London
W4 1PR
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An early 19th-century French dark brown leather-clad trunk decorated with extensive brass studding forming fleur-de-lis motifs and diamond borders.
Early 19th Century French Leather Clad Trunk
Ref: SA960486
An early 19th-century French dark brown leather-clad trunk decorated with extensive brass studding forming fleur-de-lis motifs and diamond borders.
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  • ObjectTrunks
  • Period19th century
  • Style19th Century French
  • MaterialLeather, Brass, Wood
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsFleur-de-lis studs, Brass tacking, Domed lid, Geometric diamond patterns
  • SizeH 68 cm (27 in) x W 100 cm (39 in) x D 60 cm (24 in)

This early nineteenth-century French trunk belongs to the nineteenth-century style and has a dark brown colour. The piece is constructed from wood, leather, and brass, and is clad in dark brown leather. A domed lid sits atop the chest, accompanied by a metal-lined interior and a circular brass ring handle mounted centrally on the front edge of the lid. Elaborate decorative brass studding covers the exterior, forming intricate geometric diamond patterns and prominent fleur-de-lis motifs across the front panels. Worn hardware shows the age of the piece, with the hanging handle functioning solely for decoration rather than lifting. Measuring 68 cm high, 100 cm wide, and 60 cm deep, this substantial storage chest serves as a practical surface or accent piece in a living room, hallway, or bedroom. The dark leather finish and traditional French chateau motifs integrate well into classic or eclectic interior schemes as a statement storage solution.

FAQs

Keep the piece away from direct heat sources and sunlight to prevent the leather from drying out. Clean the surface gently with a dry microfiber cloth and treat the hide periodically with a neutral leather balm, while keeping polishing chemicals away from the brass studs to preserve natural patina.

A studded leather chest functions effectively as a central coffee table in a living room, positioned at the foot of a bed for linen storage, or placed in an entryway to provide low-level visual grounding and concealed storage.

Authentic pieces exhibit irregular hand-forged tacks and brass studs rather than uniform modern machine-made rivets. Natural wear patterns in the leather, historical wood construction methods like hand-dovetailing, and authentic metal oxidisation further indicate period origin.

These trunks typically feature a solid wooden carcass, often pine or oak, covered in thick animal hide or leather. They are reinforced with hand-hammered brass or iron tacks, metal corner brackets, and hand-forged iron or brass hinges and latches.

Leather-clad trunks were produced across Europe during the 18th and 19th centuries as durable travel chests. The exterior hide protected wooden framing from moisture and wear during transit, while decorative brass or iron studs reinforced the construction and displayed heraldic motifs such as the fleur-de-lis.
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