sconosciutto - Travel trunk






Holds a bachelor's degree in history of art and architecture, with 12 years of experience in decorative arts.
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20th‑century vintage travel trunk with a wooden structure, leather‑effect covering and metal/brass fittings.
Description from the seller
Vintage Antique-Style Travel Trunk with Leather-Effect Covering and Brass-Tone Details
Characteristic vintage travel trunk, featuring a sturdy construction and an exterior covered in cognac-brown leather-effect material, enriched with numerous decorative metal details.
The lid and external panels display a strongly aged and textured surface, with craquelure, abrasions, marks and natural signs of age, giving the piece an authentic vintage character. The structure is reinforced with longitudinal and perimeter strips decorated with numerous rivets.
The metal corner protectors, front clasps and central brass-tone metal band are particularly attractive details, emphasizing the traditional appearance of a travelling trunk. The original side handles and closure mechanisms are also present.
The interior, shown in the photographs, is lined with decorative material featuring floral and ornamental motifs in green, red and cream tones, with signs of age consistent with the period. The generous interior space makes it suitable for storing textiles, documents, accessories, collectibles or other personal items.
Style and Period
Style: Vintage / Retro, travel trunk
Period: 20th century
Materials: Wooden structure, leather-effect covering, metal/brass-tone fittings and decorative interior lining.
Condition
Vintage condition with visible signs of age and previous use, consistent with the character of the piece. There are abrasions, scratches, colour variations, small imperfections and patina to the metal fittings. The exterior covering has an attractive aged and craquelé appearance.
Please carefully examine all photographs, which form an integral part of the description.
A highly decorative and versatile piece, suitable as a storage trunk, decorative chest, low table or statement piece for vintage, industrial, retro or antique-style interiors.
Measurements:
* Height: 31 cm
* Length: 80 cm
* Depth: 43 cm
The photographs show the exact item offered.
Seller's Story
Vintage Antique-Style Travel Trunk with Leather-Effect Covering and Brass-Tone Details
Characteristic vintage travel trunk, featuring a sturdy construction and an exterior covered in cognac-brown leather-effect material, enriched with numerous decorative metal details.
The lid and external panels display a strongly aged and textured surface, with craquelure, abrasions, marks and natural signs of age, giving the piece an authentic vintage character. The structure is reinforced with longitudinal and perimeter strips decorated with numerous rivets.
The metal corner protectors, front clasps and central brass-tone metal band are particularly attractive details, emphasizing the traditional appearance of a travelling trunk. The original side handles and closure mechanisms are also present.
The interior, shown in the photographs, is lined with decorative material featuring floral and ornamental motifs in green, red and cream tones, with signs of age consistent with the period. The generous interior space makes it suitable for storing textiles, documents, accessories, collectibles or other personal items.
Style and Period
Style: Vintage / Retro, travel trunk
Period: 20th century
Materials: Wooden structure, leather-effect covering, metal/brass-tone fittings and decorative interior lining.
Condition
Vintage condition with visible signs of age and previous use, consistent with the character of the piece. There are abrasions, scratches, colour variations, small imperfections and patina to the metal fittings. The exterior covering has an attractive aged and craquelé appearance.
Please carefully examine all photographs, which form an integral part of the description.
A highly decorative and versatile piece, suitable as a storage trunk, decorative chest, low table or statement piece for vintage, industrial, retro or antique-style interiors.
Measurements:
* Height: 31 cm
* Length: 80 cm
* Depth: 43 cm
The photographs show the exact item offered.
