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Italian cruise travel trunk from the early 20th century, wooden body covered in brown canvas with original leather handles, dimensions 76 cm wide by 51 cm deep by 34 cm high, in good used condition.
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Italian travel trunk from the cruising era – Early decades of the 20th century – Wood, canvas and original finishes
Fascinating and authentic Italian travel trunk dating from the early years of the 1900s, belonging to the so-called “cruise trunks” or “steam trunks,” used during the long railway and sea journeys of the era.
Made according to traditional construction techniques of the early 20th century, it features a robust wooden framework fully covered in brown waterproofed canvas, reinforced by profiles, corner protectors and protective bands that guaranteed its durability during frequent handling. The elegant proportions and the slightly domed lid line testify to a manufacture aimed at a demanding traveling clientele.
Particularly appreciable are the original leather handles, still present, which constitute an important element of authenticity and contribute to the object’s historical charm. The surface also bears traces of its adventurous past through travel labels and signs of use accumulated over the decades, elements that tell the trunk’s story and increase its collectible value.
This type of trunk represents one of the most recognizable icons of the era of great transatlantic voyages and early 20th-century cruises. Today it is particularly sought after by collectors of travel objects, interior designers and antique enthusiasts, both as a historical testimony and as a decorative element with strong scenographic impact.
Perfect as a container, coffee table, decorative element in classical, industrial, country chic or boho interiors, it easily finds a place in private homes, boutique hotels, professional studios and country houses.
The overall condition is consistent with the object's age. Normal signs of use, abrasions and wear to the canvas and finishes are present, attesting to its authenticity and long use. The original locks are present and functioning; however, the original keys are no longer available.
Dimensions:
* Width: 76 cm
* Depth: 51 cm
* Height: 34 cm
A rare and evocative testament to the Golden Age of travel, endowed with great decorative charm and an authentic patina that only more than a century of history can confer.
Proper packaging and trackable shipping across Europe.
Italian travel trunk from the cruising era – Early decades of the 20th century – Wood, canvas and original finishes
Fascinating and authentic Italian travel trunk dating from the early years of the 1900s, belonging to the so-called “cruise trunks” or “steam trunks,” used during the long railway and sea journeys of the era.
Made according to traditional construction techniques of the early 20th century, it features a robust wooden framework fully covered in brown waterproofed canvas, reinforced by profiles, corner protectors and protective bands that guaranteed its durability during frequent handling. The elegant proportions and the slightly domed lid line testify to a manufacture aimed at a demanding traveling clientele.
Particularly appreciable are the original leather handles, still present, which constitute an important element of authenticity and contribute to the object’s historical charm. The surface also bears traces of its adventurous past through travel labels and signs of use accumulated over the decades, elements that tell the trunk’s story and increase its collectible value.
This type of trunk represents one of the most recognizable icons of the era of great transatlantic voyages and early 20th-century cruises. Today it is particularly sought after by collectors of travel objects, interior designers and antique enthusiasts, both as a historical testimony and as a decorative element with strong scenographic impact.
Perfect as a container, coffee table, decorative element in classical, industrial, country chic or boho interiors, it easily finds a place in private homes, boutique hotels, professional studios and country houses.
The overall condition is consistent with the object's age. Normal signs of use, abrasions and wear to the canvas and finishes are present, attesting to its authenticity and long use. The original locks are present and functioning; however, the original keys are no longer available.
Dimensions:
* Width: 76 cm
* Depth: 51 cm
* Height: 34 cm
A rare and evocative testament to the Golden Age of travel, endowed with great decorative charm and an authentic patina that only more than a century of history can confer.
Proper packaging and trackable shipping across Europe.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Number of objects
1
Colour
Brown
Material
Cruise luggage from the early 1900s, Wood
Condition
Good condition, used with some signs of wear
Size
unknown
Height
34 cm
Width
76 cm
Depth
51 cm
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