Travel trunk

It is an Anglo-Indian colonial travel trunk for clerics (or perhaps a marriage dowry chest), dating from the late Victorian period, around 1880. These objects were functional and decorative, used to store various personal items during travel.
Originally used to transport fabrics and jewelry during movements.
Features an interior equipped with various compartments and hidden pockets.
Characterized by decorative carvings and brass hardware.
A unique and hard-to-find piece with an attractive decorative finish.
Main Features
Origin and Period: The object is an Anglo-Indian colonial teak trunk from the late 19th century, around 1880.
Materials: It is made of teak wood with brass fittings and inlays.
Design: It features a superbly equipped interior with numerous carved compartments.
Function: Originally designed for transportation, it could contain various personal objects, documents, writing accessories, or clerical tools, depending on the specific use.
Style: The design is robust, countryside-inspired, with original steel handles that made transportation easier.
Collecting: Similar items are highly valued collectibles for their history and craftsmanship.
Modern Use: Today, these trunks are often used as distinctive decorative objects, for storing items or even as coffee tables, adding a touch of vintage elegance to any environment.
The piece features a desirable aged patina and is in good condition.
Characterized by shiny metal corners and an inlaid decorative lock plate, designed to withstand the rigors of travel.
The interior is equipped with a series of storage solutions.