Box - Wood - 24-hour emergency kit
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A vintage solid hardwood travel briefcase from Tanzania dating to the 1970s–1980s, made of teak, 44 cm wide, 33 cm deep and 10 cm high, in good used condition with minor signs of age.
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Elegant and sturdy vintage 24-hour briefcase, entirely made of solid precious tropical hardwood (East African teak). This splendid collectible item was produced by the renowned luxury carpentry Domus Woodworks Limited of Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, famous for its high-profile productions intended for institutional and international projects. The case attests to extraordinary build quality, highlighted by refined dovetail joints visible on the external corners, ensuring exceptional structural solidity. Specifications and Details: Manufacturer: Domus Woodworks Limited (Dar es Salaam, Tanzania) – Original glossy red label perfectly preserved inside the lid. Estimated period: Late 1980s – 1990s (Circa 1990). Material: Solid tropical wood (teak), hard black bakelite/resin handle with gold-tone supports. Hardware: Double snap lock with a three-digit combination in gilded brass (Sudhaus German-made closure system). Interior: Minimalist all-wood interior, without fabric lining, emphasizing the purity of the material and the beauty of the grain.
Elegant and sturdy vintage 24-hour briefcase, entirely made of solid precious tropical hardwood (East African teak). This splendid collectible item was produced by the renowned luxury carpentry Domus Woodworks Limited of Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, famous for its high-profile productions intended for institutional and international projects. The case attests to extraordinary build quality, highlighted by refined dovetail joints visible on the external corners, ensuring exceptional structural solidity. Specifications and Details: Manufacturer: Domus Woodworks Limited (Dar es Salaam, Tanzania) – Original glossy red label perfectly preserved inside the lid. Estimated period: Late 1980s – 1990s (Circa 1990). Material: Solid tropical wood (teak), hard black bakelite/resin handle with gold-tone supports. Hardware: Double snap lock with a three-digit combination in gilded brass (Sudhaus German-made closure system). Interior: Minimalist all-wood interior, without fabric lining, emphasizing the purity of the material and the beauty of the grain.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Title additional information
24-hour emergency kit
Country of origin
Tanzania
Material
Wood
Style
Vintage
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
Height
10 cm
Width
44 cm
Depth
33 cm
Estimated period
1970-1980
