RMC - Storage trunk - Gilt brass, Walnut, Oak





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Large Art Deco storage chest in solid wood with repoussé gilded brass panels, dating from ca. 1930–1940, 37 cm wide, 28 cm deep and 20 cm high, weighing 3,551 g, with the original maker mark RMC.
Description from the seller
Exceptional and rare on the market, this large antique storage trunk is a true collectible for connoisseurs of trade objects. Combining the nobility of solid wood with the elegance of repoussé brass, it bears witness to high-precision artisanal craftsmanship.
The major appeal of this piece lies in its striking relief decoration: brass plates envelop the structure with a wickerwork pattern (braiding) rendered with impressive realism.
The original marking "RMC" on the hinge confirms its authenticity.
→ Why this piece justifies its price:
• Prestige craftsmanship: The brass is worked by hand using the demanding repoussé technique, offering a deep relief and a magnificent texture.
• Authenticity signature: A rare detail, the hinge is stamped with the manufacturer’s mark, a key point for the object's value.
• Generous dimensions: Far more than a simple box, its 37 cm wide dimensions make it a true prestige chest, solid and imposing.
• Period: an authentic Art Deco piece, typical of the magnificent brass work of the 1920s-30s.
→ Authenticity & Patina:
• Solid wood structure, old-fashioned assembly with finishing nails and original wooden feet. Its patina is superb, bearing witness to its history without any major defect.
• Its weight: 3.55 kg confirming the density of the materials used.
→ Technical specifications:
• Dimensions: Length 37 cm x Depth 28 cm x Height 20 cm
• Materials: Solid wood and genuine brass
• Total weight: 3,551 grams
Condition: Remarkable state of preservation. Original hinges functional, interior in raw, clean, healthy wood.
Ideal for enhancing a bold decor, an Art Deco interior, or to serve as a centerpiece in a curiosity cabinet.
Exceptional and rare on the market, this large antique storage trunk is a true collectible for connoisseurs of trade objects. Combining the nobility of solid wood with the elegance of repoussé brass, it bears witness to high-precision artisanal craftsmanship.
The major appeal of this piece lies in its striking relief decoration: brass plates envelop the structure with a wickerwork pattern (braiding) rendered with impressive realism.
The original marking "RMC" on the hinge confirms its authenticity.
→ Why this piece justifies its price:
• Prestige craftsmanship: The brass is worked by hand using the demanding repoussé technique, offering a deep relief and a magnificent texture.
• Authenticity signature: A rare detail, the hinge is stamped with the manufacturer’s mark, a key point for the object's value.
• Generous dimensions: Far more than a simple box, its 37 cm wide dimensions make it a true prestige chest, solid and imposing.
• Period: an authentic Art Deco piece, typical of the magnificent brass work of the 1920s-30s.
→ Authenticity & Patina:
• Solid wood structure, old-fashioned assembly with finishing nails and original wooden feet. Its patina is superb, bearing witness to its history without any major defect.
• Its weight: 3.55 kg confirming the density of the materials used.
→ Technical specifications:
• Dimensions: Length 37 cm x Depth 28 cm x Height 20 cm
• Materials: Solid wood and genuine brass
• Total weight: 3,551 grams
Condition: Remarkable state of preservation. Original hinges functional, interior in raw, clean, healthy wood.
Ideal for enhancing a bold decor, an Art Deco interior, or to serve as a centerpiece in a curiosity cabinet.

