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Large wooden travel trunk with metal reinforcements and blue painted finish in Art Deco style from the early to mid 20th century, measuring 102 cm wide, 54 cm high and 52 cm deep, in good condition with small signs of aging.
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Large Vintage Industrial Travel Trunk – Metal-Reinforced – Blue Painted Finish – Early–Mid 20th Century
Impressive and authentic vintage industrial travel trunk, featuring a dark blue painted exterior with metal reinforcements, riveted edges, and original hardware. This trunk shows strong utilitarian character and beautiful patina acquired through decades of use, making it an outstanding decorative object as well as a functional storage piece.
The robust construction, reinforced corners, and heavy metal straps suggest professional or long-distance travel use, possibly railway or maritime transport. The worn paint, scratches, and surface marks contribute to its genuine industrial appeal and confirm its age and originality.
Details:
Type: Travel trunk / storage chest
Material: Wood with metal reinforcement and hardware
Color: Dark blue with natural patina
Period: Early to mid-20th century
Style: Industrial / utilitarian
Origin: Europe (exact origin unknown)
Condition:
Good vintage condition consistent with age and use. Visible wear, scratches, paint loss, and oxidation on metal parts. Structurally solid. Lock present; key not included.
Approximate dimensions:
(To be filled in by seller)
A highly decorative statement piece for industrial, loft, or vintage interiors. Also ideal as a coffee table, blanket chest, or collectible travel memorabilia.
Large Vintage Industrial Travel Trunk – Metal-Reinforced – Blue Painted Finish – Early–Mid 20th Century
Impressive and authentic vintage industrial travel trunk, featuring a dark blue painted exterior with metal reinforcements, riveted edges, and original hardware. This trunk shows strong utilitarian character and beautiful patina acquired through decades of use, making it an outstanding decorative object as well as a functional storage piece.
The robust construction, reinforced corners, and heavy metal straps suggest professional or long-distance travel use, possibly railway or maritime transport. The worn paint, scratches, and surface marks contribute to its genuine industrial appeal and confirm its age and originality.
Details:
Type: Travel trunk / storage chest
Material: Wood with metal reinforcement and hardware
Color: Dark blue with natural patina
Period: Early to mid-20th century
Style: Industrial / utilitarian
Origin: Europe (exact origin unknown)
Condition:
Good vintage condition consistent with age and use. Visible wear, scratches, paint loss, and oxidation on metal parts. Structurally solid. Lock present; key not included.
Approximate dimensions:
(To be filled in by seller)
A highly decorative statement piece for industrial, loft, or vintage interiors. Also ideal as a coffee table, blanket chest, or collectible travel memorabilia.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Title additional information
blue steamer trunk 1900
No. of items
1
Country of Origin
Unknown
Manufacturer/ Brand
unkown
Designer/Artist/Maker
unknown
Material
Wood
Style
Art Deco
Colour
Blue
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
54 cm
Width
102 cm
Depth
52 cm
Estimated Period
1920-1930, 1930-1940
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