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English Campaign Walnut Travel Lap Desk on Stand
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Just in, this exquisite English Campaign Walnut Travel Lap Desk on Stand.
This English lap traveling desk in in very good antique condition considering the age and use.
It is fr...
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Late 19th Century Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Brass
$1,975 / set
20th Century Louis Vuitton Courier Trunk In Monogram Canvas, France c.1910
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
design, both decorative and useful.
A brief history about Louis Vuitton trunks: Louis Vuitton was born
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1910s French Other Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Brass
20th Century Louis Vuitton Courier Trunk In Monogram Canvas, France c.1910
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
design, both decorative and useful.
A brief history about Louis Vuitton trunks: Louis Vuitton was born
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1910s French Other Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Leather, Canvas, Wood
Long Narrow Original Painted Trunk Bench with Storage dated 1921
Located in Round Top, TX
The painted finish is all original on this rustic pine flat top narrow trunk which may also serve as a bench. Flowers were a traditional embellishment as seen on the front of this ha...
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Early 20th Century Hungarian Rustic Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Wrought Iron
English Campaign Camphor Wood Hinged Trunk with Orig. Brass Side Handles, C 1820
Located in Charleston, SC
English campaign camphor wood hinged trunk with a fitted interior removable shelf, flanking brass keyhole escutcheons, interior locks, and retains the original brass side mounted han...
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1820s English Campaign Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Brass
18th Century Spanish Leather and Brass Nailhead Domed Trunk with Original Key
Located in Dallas, TX
This handsome Spanish trunk was crafted circa 1780 and features a domed wooden frame clad in hand-stitched leather, richly decorated with large and small brass nailheads in a rhythmi...
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Late 18th Century Spanish Gothic Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Brass
1875 Large Antique Original Paint Romanian Blanket Chest Coffer Trunk + Drawer
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
collection of these original, antique painted wardrobes and trunks, I have around 15 wardrobes and 20 trunks
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1870s European High Victorian Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Pine
19th Century Oak Dome Top Trunk With Carved Details from Hungary
Located in Round Top, TX
Oak dome top trunk from 1800's with mesmerizing traditional hand carved details from Eastern Europe.
Restored and waxed, no lock. As seen in photos, carving is along front panel and...
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Late 19th Century Hungarian Rustic Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Oak
Trunk. Wood, leather, iron. Spanish school, around 1700.
Located in Madrid, ES
trunks were known as “travel trunks” because they were normally used to store objects on trips, hence the
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18th Century Spanish Neoclassical Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Other
Blonde Chinese Hide Storage Trunk, C. 1800
Located in Chicago, IL
Trunks and storage chests were the most ubiquitous form of household storage throughout the Ming
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Early 19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Brass
PAIR OF ANTIQUE VICTORIAN WORSHIPFUL COMPANY OF SKINNERS PAiR OF CAMPAIGN CHESTS
By Skinner
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
exact price
A very good looking and well made pair of steamer trunks, they are pretty much untouched
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Oak
Antique Black Leather Luggage Travel Trunk
Located in New York, NY
This antique travel trunk is made of wood bound in leather. The hardware is steel. This is in fair condition with heavy surface wear, a crack in the interior, the leather straps were...
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Early 20th Century Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Steel
Antique Chinese Leather Covered Camphor Trunk with Brass Mounts, Circa 1895.
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique Chinese Leather Covered Camphor Trunk with Brass Mounts, Circa 1895.
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Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Brass
Rare Large Colonial British Raj All Leather Military Campaign Chest Stamped
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
suppliers to the British Military stationed in the Subcontinent of boots, trunks, saddlery and harnesses
Category
1880s British Indian Ocean Territory Campaign Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Leather, Fruitwood
$6,000 Sale Price
20% Off
19th Century English Vellum Trunk with Brass Fixtures
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
Rarely found 19th Century English vellum trunk. With copper studs and brass binding and corners. Solid brass handles with back plates and locks. The brass patina is gorgeous but coul...
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19th Century English Edwardian Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Brass, Copper
Antique Chinese Carved Camphor wood Trunk Coffer 20th Century
Located in London, GB
the manufacture of travelling trunks as the wonderful scent given off by the wood discouraged insects
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1920s Chinese Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Wood
Antique Korean Tansu Bandaji Storage Chest
Located in Chicago, IL
iron hardware. Stunning piece of furniture that dates back to the early 1900s. Historically significant
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Late 19th Century Unknown Chinese Export Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Wood
Original Blue Painted Swedish Dome Top Oak Trunk Dated 1827
Located in Round Top, TX
Original teal blue painted dome top oak trunk from Sweden with traditional hand-painted details include floral motif along top and front.
Monogram of ASD and date "1827" indicate thi...
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Early 19th Century Swedish Folk Art Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Wrought Iron
Large Vintage Faux Leather Studded Travel Trunk
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Large Vintage Faux Leather Studded Travel Trunk
A very useful strong and decorative travel trunk, it has carrying handles, on each end, the locks are all present but we do not have ...
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1920s Steampunk Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Canvas
Vintage Art Deco Brown Cowhide Leather Doctor
s Bag by Kruse
By Kruse
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Art Deco Brown Cowhide Leather Doctor's Bag by Kruse. Circa Early 20th Century. Measurements: 10.5" H x 16.75" W x 7" D.
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Leather
Vintage Boho Goyard Steamer Trunk
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Capture a piece of legendary French luxury with this authentic vintage steamer trunk from the esteemed Maison Goyard. An exquisite example of heritage craftsmanship, this trunk featu...
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Early 20th Century French Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Brass
Antique shepherd’s chest, circa 1850
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Antique shepherd’s chest with a beautiful appearance and proportions. These chests were made in the same way for centuries. Reduced to a natural finish. Raw, authentic. Originating f...
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1850s Romanian Folk Art Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Beech
Vintage brown leather suitcase with copper details, China 1900s
Located in Meulebeke, BE
China / 1900 / Suitcase / leather, copper, fabric / Antique / Mid-century / Vintage
A vintage leather suitcase from the early 20th century made in China. The brown leather suitcase...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Mid-Century Modern Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Copper
FINE EARLY 17TH CENTURY GERMAN WROUGHT IRON SAFE CHEST TRUNK WiTH ORIGINAL KEY
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques
Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this stunning, early 17th century German Wrought Iron painted safe chest with the original key
Please note...
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17th Century German Charles II Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Wrought Iron
FINE MID 17TH CENTURY GERMAN WROUGHT IRON SAFE CHEST TRUNK WiTH ORIGINAL KEY
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques
Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this stunning, mid 17th century German Wrought Iron painted safe chest with the original key
Please note t...
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17th Century German Charles II Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Wrought Iron
French Lithographed Earth Globe Cast Iron Base Early 20th Century
Located in Labrit, Landes
Lithographed Paper and Cast Iron Globe, J. Lebègue & Cie – Early 20 th Century
Globe made by L. Windels Brussels
The globe has a beautiful cast iron base covered of bronze patina.
T...
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1910s Swedish French Provincial Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Iron
$1,101 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique Large Leather Suitcase with Original Travel Stickers c.1920
Located in San Francisco, CA
ABOUT
Antique large leather suitcase with fabric interior, interior pouch, leather straps, brass latches and original key and locks. Original travel tag, "Italian Line, Cabin Class"...
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Early 20th Century Industrial Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Brass
Small Leather Monogrammed Briefcase with Original Travel Tag c.1940
Located in San Francisco, CA
ABOUT
Distressed all leather briefcase with leather folders inside held secure with leather strap. Brass locks with working key. Original "Italian Line, cabin class" ticket attache...
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Early 20th Century Industrial Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Brass
Antique Leather Luggage with Original Italian Travel Tag c.1920
Located in San Francisco, CA
ABOUT
Antique leather suitcase with fabric interior, leather straps, brass latch and locks. Original travel tag, "Italian Line, Cabin Class".
All suitcases sold separately.
...
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Early 20th Century Industrial Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Brass
Very Rare Antique Armada Box or Strongbox in Iron Early 17th Century
Located in Meer, VAN
Very Rare Antique Armada Box or Strongbox in Iron Early 17th Century
A truly wonderful 400 year old museum worthy ‘strongbox’ or ‘armada box’. Most probably German, around 1600-1620...
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17th Century European Medieval Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Iron
Rustic 19th century handmade chest
Located in Allentown, PA
This is a 19th century handmade rustic chest. This chest has hand forged iron hinges on the top with a hand forged iron locking mechanism on the front. The chest has a scrolled apron...
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Late 19th Century American American Classical Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Wood
1900s French Wood Patinated Chest
Located in High Point, NC
This 1900s French wooden chest is a striking example of timeworn elegance, featuring a richly patinated surface in layers of pale green, white, and natural wood tones. Its tall, rect...
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Early 20th Century French Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Wood
French Petite Bridal Box from Normandy
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A fantastic antique marriage or bridal box from circa 1780 Normandy, France decorated with hand-painted floral details that grace every surface, including a small bird on the top. Vi...
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18th Century French Folk Art Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Metal
French 18th Century Petite Bridal Box from Normandy
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A fantastic antique marriage or bridal box from Normandy, France. The petite trunk is decorated with stylized foliate details that grace the exterior: pink and cream painted flowers ...
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18th Century French Folk Art Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Metal
Antique Scandinavian Baroque Style Oak Sewing Box Small Chest with Key Mid 1800
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Antique Scandinavian Baroque style sewing box made from solid oak with a warm patina.
Manufactured ca mid 1800.
The box has a pin cushion on top and comes with its original iron key...
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Mid-19th Century Scandinavian Baroque Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Wood
1900s Belgian Wooden Chest
Located in High Point, NC
This 1900s Belgian wooden chest is a charming example of early 20th-century utilitarian design, featuring stenciled lettering that reads "Amidon-Delmotte" across the front. Crafted f...
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Early 20th Century Belgian Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Wood
1900s Belgian Wooden Chest
Located in High Point, NC
This 1900s Belgian wooden chest is a striking piece of utilitarian history, stamped with bold stenciling that reads “E. Remy & Cie – Louvain.” Constructed from pine and framed in bla...
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Early 20th Century Belgian Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Wood
Early 20th Century Leather and Canvas Secured Mail Bag C. A. Hoffman
Sons
Located in Red Lion, PA
Early 20th Century Leather and Canvas Locking Mail Bag by C. A. Hoffman & Sons, Arlington, California
This rare and evocative early 20th-century locking mail bag was manufactured by...
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Early 20th Century American Industrial Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Metal
Early 20th Century Louis Vuitton Monogram Bisten Case
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Chicago, IL
This Louis Vuitton Bisten case, dating from 1910 to 1930, exemplifies the brand's innovative craftsmanship. It features hand-painted canvas monogram, solid brass hardware, and reinfo...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Brass
Early 20th Century Louis Vuitton Monogram Wardrobe Trunk with Fourteen Hangers
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Chicago, IL
This Louis Vuitton upright wardrobe trunk, dating from 1910 to 1930, exemplifies the elegance of the clear lozine series, known as the 1st series after 1914. Designed for organized p...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Brass
Early 20th Century Louis Vuitton Monogram Twelve Shoe Case
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Chicago, IL
This Louis Vuitton shoe case, dating from 1910 to 1930, exemplifies the brand's innovative craftsmanship. It features hand-painted canvas monogram, solid brass hardware, and reinforc...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Brass
Set of Three Early 20th Century Louis Vuitton Luggage
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Chicago, IL
This exquisite set of Louis Vuitton luggage, dating from 1910 to 1930, represents the pinnacle of luxury travel and showcases the brand's renowned craftsmanship, making it a must-hav...
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Brass
$105,000 / set
Edwardian English Leather
Brass Suitcase by Army
Navy CSL London Circa 1910
By Army
Navy CSL
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Edwardian English Leather & Brass Suitcase by Army & Navy CSL, London, Early 20th Century
Description:
A handsome and historically rich early 20th-century English leather suitcase b...
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Brass
20th Century French Louis Vuitton Trunk in Monogrammed Canvas
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
LOUIS VUITTON Monogram canvas cabin trunk with stencil, circa 1920.
It has dark brown Lozine borders, brass central, brass central lock side locks, handles, and painted metal corne...
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1920s French Art Deco Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Canvas
circa 1900 Original Paint Romanian Blanket Chest Coffer Trunk Children Pictures
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
very large collection of these original, antique painted wardrobes and trunks, I have around 15
Category
Early 1900s European High Victorian Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Pine
Extra Large Antique Original Paint European Blanket Chest Coffer Trunk c. 1800
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
large collection of these original, antique painted wardrobes and trunks, I have around 15 wardrobes and
Category
Early 1800s European George III Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Pine
circa 1800 Extra Large Antique Original Paint German Blanket Chest Coffer Trunk
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
large collection of these original, antique painted wardrobes and trunks, I have around 15 wardrobes and
Category
Early 1800s European George III Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Pine
18th Century Baroque Chest
Located in Wilton, CT
strapwork and handles. It is a handsome example of immigrant trunks that were made in Germany from the 1600
Category
18th Century German Baroque Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Iron
$2,000 Sale Price
20% Off
Anglo-Indian 1880s Teak and Brass Trunk with Multiple Storage Compartments
Located in Atlanta, GA
An Anglo-Indian teak trunk from the late 19th century, with multiple storage compartments and brass accents. Born in the later years of the 19th century, this exquisite teak wood tru...
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Late 19th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Brass
Goyard Trunk A Rare Early 20th Century Steamer or Wardrobe Trunk by Goyard
By Goyard
Located in Benington, Herts
trunks by Goyard were made in a variety of sizes with this particular configuration being amongst the
Category
Early 20th Century French Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Leather
Antique Suitcase Overseas Travel Case
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Antique Suitcase Overseas Travel Case in very nice original condition with signs of use.
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1880s Slovak Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Brass
Antique Suitcase Overseas Travel Case
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Antique Suitcase Overseas Travel Case in original vintage condition with signs of use.
Category
1880s Slovak Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Metal
Large English Mahogany Silverware Flatware / Collectors Trunk Circa 1900
Located in San Francisco, CA
Large antique solid Mahogany flatware / silverware trunk. Box features a large fitted interior for silver, flatware and serving pieces, also this would be an excellent collectors or ...
Category
Early 20th Century English Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Brass
Antique American Primitive Brown Wooden Blanket Chest Trunk
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique American Primitive Brown Wooden Blanket Chest Trunk. Details: Cast iron hardware, solid wood construction, distressed finish, no key, but unlocked, very nice antique item, gr...
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Early 20th Century Unknown Primitive Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Wood
Kuhn, Loeb, Co. Wall Street Banking Trunk, circa 1920s
Located in Cordova, SC
# Rare Kuhn Loeb & Co. Wall Street Banking Trunk, Circa 1920s
I'm pleased to present an exceptional piece of American financial history: an authentic Kuhn Loeb & Co. banking trunk f...
Category
Early 20th Century American Industrial Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Brass, Sheet Metal, Copper
$1,488 Sale Price
69% Off
1901 Dated Love Heart Antique Original Paint Romanian Blanket Chest Coffer Trunk
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
very large collection of these original, antique painted wardrobes and trunks, I have around 15
Category
Early 1900s European Edwardian Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Pine
1802 Dated Huge Antique Original Paint European Blanket Chest Coffer Trunk
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
collection of these original, antique painted wardrobes and trunks, I have around 15 wardrobes and 20 trunks
Category
Early 1800s European George III Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Pine
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Antique Furniture Trunks For Sale on 1stDibs
An assortment of antique furniture trunks is available at 1stDibs. The range of distinct antique furniture trunks — often made from wood, metal and animal skin — can elevate any home. Antique furniture trunks have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. Antique furniture trunks made by Victorian designers — as well as those associated with Industrial — are very popular at 1stDibs. Antique furniture trunks have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Louis Vuitton, Goyard and Hartmann Trunk Company are consistently popular.
Finding the Right Trunks-luggage for You
Add a charming piece of travel history to your space. Antique and vintage trunks and luggage can make a statement as decorative accents and practical furnishings in nearly every room of your home.
There have been many types of trunks and luggage over the years, with availability of these wares broadening as train travel expanded during the 19th century. Antique steamer trunks — named for their use on steamships — mostly date from around 1880 to 1920. These pieces of luggage fit a steamship’s luggage size regulations and essentially doubled as wardrobes, ensuring that a traveler’s evening dresses and suits were kept wrinkle-free on a journey from city to city.
In 1858, French luxury brand Louis Vuitton introduced the world to the now-iconic Louis Vuitton trunks. During this early period of railroad travel, Louis Vuitton trunks solved common travel problems. Instead of the traditional round shape, these handcrafted rectangular trunks stored better on trains. To discourage burglars, the French craftsman and his son, Georges, also eventually patented a revolutionary sophisticated lock for the trunks. The famous LV monogram was first used in 1896 as part of an initiative by Georges to prevent counterfeiting of his coveted travel trunks.
Even if no longer used for travel, the vintage luggage is a popular item among collectors for its historical value and charm. At home, an old wood trunk is a durable storage solution as much as it is a versatile surface. It’s a coffee table in the living room of your farmhouse-style home or rustic loft apartment and a nightstand or blanket chest at the foot of your bed in your bedroom.
From Victorian trunks to Art Deco traveling jewelry cases, journey through history today with an extensive collection of antique trunk suitcases and vintage luggage on 1stDibs.
Questions About Antique Furniture Trunks
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 30, 2024To identify your antique furniture, look for an engraving, tag, label or other marking that indicates who produced it. You may find it on the bottom or back of your furniture or inside a drawer or cabinet. Once you have located the marking, you can snap a photo of it and use a reverse image search to try and identify the maker. Or, you can type a description of the mark into a search engine. Alternatively, you can use the services of a certified appraiser or antiques dealer to get assistance with identification. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of antique furniture.
- What makes furniture an antique?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019
A piece of furniture is considered an antique if it is at least 100 years old.
- Is antique furniture in style?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024Yes, antique furniture is in style. Many people appreciate the beauty and handcrafted character of antique furniture and love the idea of owning pieces with a rich history. Remember that style preferences are nothing if not fluid, meaning what's in one year may not be the next. So, in choosing the furniture you're planning to live with, you should pay less attention to interior design fads than to what speaks to you. That way, you can select pieces that will add long-term character to your home. On 1stDibs, find a large collection of antique furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024To know if your furniture is antique, look for labels and markings that indicate the maker. From there, you can use trusted online resources to determine when they were active and examine images to try to estimate the age of your piece. Furniture produced 100 years ago or more is antique. You can also have your furniture assessed by an appraiser or antiques dealer to learn about its age. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of antique furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 14, 2024Many antique furniture brands are popular. While trends in collecting do vary over time, some makers consistently remain highly sought after. Among them are J. J.W. Meeks, John Henry Belter, R. J. Horner and Co., Stickley Furniture, George Hepplewhite, Josef Dannhauser, Thomas Chippendale and Thomas Sheridan. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of antique furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021There are a number of factors that can indicate if your antique furniture is valuable. When determining the value of antique furniture, consider its rarity. Additionally, it is important to determine the quality and condition of vintage furniture. If unsure of the value of your vintage furniture, have it appraised.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024To date antique furniture from the UK, first look for identifying markings on the piece. You can then use trusted online resources to determine when the maker was active. From there, you may be able to estimate the year of production by looking at images of other furniture the maker produced. An expert appraiser or antiques dealer can also aid you in the dating process. Find a large selection of antique furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Antique furniture can be worth quite a lot, particularly if it is in good quality. The rarer the piece, the higher the value.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024Whether antique furniture is making a comeback is a matter of opinion. Many people would argue that antique furniture never faded from fashion, as there have always been individuals who love the idea of owning pieces that have history. Some of the most popular styles for antique furniture include Art Deco, Arts and Crafts, Renaissance Revival, Elizabethan, Gothic Revival, Victorian and Chippendale. Find a large collection of antique furniture from some of the world's top dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024How old furniture that is called antique can be is typically at least 100 years. People usually call furniture between 20 and 99 years old vintage. Contemporary is the word for furniture manufactured within the last 20 years. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of antique, vintage and contemporary furniture from some of the world's top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021The best finish for antique furniture is a matter of liking. But film finish is recommended by experts as it leaves a thick coat of film on the wood surface which protects wood from water and scratches. Shellac or varnish and water base are commonly used film finishes. Find an exquisite collection of antique, new and vintage furniture on 1stDibs
PAGODA REDOctober 7, 2020To determine the age of a Chinese furniture piece, look carefully at the joinery and finish. Natural expansion and contraction of the wood over time will cause a joint to protrude or retract, distorting a once-seamless fit. Antique lacquer finishes become crackled and worn over time. Areas of exposed wood, such as the underside of a table, the footrest of a chair, or the back of a cabinet should appear raw and dry compared to the finished surface. With use, the legs of tables and chairs become weathered near the bottom from precipitation and use.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 29, 2024To tell how old your antique furniture is, research the maker using trusted online resources. You may find that the furniture maker was active for only a short period, giving you the ability to roughly estimate its age. For manufacturers and designers with a long history of production, consider the style of your furniture and look for images of similar pieces published online. Because it may be difficult to date furniture on your own, consider consulting a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of antique furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024To tell what your antique furniture is worth, look at sales histories on trusted online platforms and read valuation guides posted on trusted online resources. The maker, type, style, age and condition of your furniture will impact its value. Researching furniture produced by the same maker is a good starting point. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can also aid you in the valuation process. Find a large collection of antique furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024To identify antique Chinese furniture, look carefully at its details. Chinese craftsmen often built furniture using mortise and tenon joinery, eliminating the need for nails and screws. If you see this type of hardware, your piece is likely not at least 100 years old, especially if the hardware still looks new and shiny. Since antique furniture was handmade, you will normally see slight imperfections, such as tool marks or slight variations in carvings. Pieces that appear completely uniform and pristine are less often genuine antiques.
When present, maker's marks can also be helpful. Research the marks to learn more about when the maker was active and producing pieces like yours. Alternatively, you can have a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer evaluate your furniture for you.
Shop an assortment of antique Chinese furniture. - 1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024To tell antique furniture from reproduction, first check for a maker's mark. By researching the maker associated with the marking using trusted online resources, you can determine when they were active. If the company was in business 100 years ago or more, your piece may be an antique, but if the company's history began more recently, your piece is likely a reproduction. If you can't locate a marking, study the details of the furniture up close. Genuine antiques will often show tool marks and slight variations in carved details because they were typically handcrafted. Most contemporary furniture is machine-made, so you won't usually see these types of characteristics. When in doubt, have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer evaluate your furniture. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of antique furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024To tell who made your antique furniture, seek out a maker's marking. Locations of these marks vary, but they are generally in an inconspicuous location. For example, a dresser may have the mark inside a drawer or on the back, while a hallmark on a table is often on a leg or under the tabletop. Once you locate a mark, you can use trusted online resources to identify the maker and learn more about them. If you can't find a marking on your piece, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can assist you with the identification process. Explore a large selection of antique furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 14, 2024To be considered antique, furniture must usually be at least 100 years old. Contemporary is the name for furniture produced within the last 20 years. Vintage furniture is at least 20 years old. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of antique, vintage and contemporary furniture from some of the world's top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024To tell the difference between antique and reproduction furniture, first look at hidden areas, such as the backs or insides of the drawers. On reproduction furniture, you may find plywood or engineered wood in these areas, while antique furniture will usually have solid hardwood on drawer interiors and backs. Also, slight irregularities and marks indicating that the furniture was built with hand tools rather than machines usually suggest that the piece is antique. Because it can be difficult to differentiate reproductions from genuine antiques without expertise and training, you may wish to consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer about the age of your piece. Find a diverse assortment of antique furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 25, 2019
The difference between vintage and antique furniture is that vintage furniture is at least 20 years old, while antiques must be at least 100 years old to be considered antique.
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Dickens Fan on Your List? This First Edition of ‘A Christmas Carol’ Is a Treasure
Produced in 1843, the well-preserved volume is evidence of the author's exacting specifications.
Patchwork Quilts Are the Latest Nostalgic Design Trend
New or old, the coverlets add old-time charm to any space.
Medal-Worthy Memorabilia from Epic Past Olympic Games
Get into the games! These items celebrate the events, athletes, host countries and sporting spirit.
Ahoy! You’ve Never Seen a Collection of Sailor Art and Kitsch Quite Like This
French trendsetter and serial collector Daniel Rozensztroch tells us about his obsession with objects related to seafaring men.
39 Incredible Swimming Pools
It's hard to resist the allure of a beautiful pool. So, go ahead and daydream about whiling away your summer in paradise.
Pamela Shamshiri Shares the Secrets behind Her First-Ever Book and Its Effortlessly Cool Interiors
The sought-after designer worked with the team at Hoffman Creative to produce a monograph that beautifully showcases some of Studio Shamshiri's most inspiring projects.
Moroccan Artworks and Objects Take Center Stage in an Extraordinary Villa in Tangier
Italian writer and collector Umberto Pasti opens the doors to his remarkable cave of wonders in North Africa.
Montecito Has Drawn Royalty and Celebrities, and These Homes Are Proof of Its Allure
Hollywood A-listers, ex-pat aristocrats and art collectors and style setters of all stripes appreciate the allure of the coastal California hamlet — much on our minds after recent winter floods.
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New Monogram Louis Vuitton Bags
Vuitton Key
Louis Vuitton Monogram Leather Jacket
Louis Vuitton Lining
Louis Vuitton Brown Leather Jacket
Vintage Goyard Luggage
Louis Vuitton Painted Monogram
Vintage Leather Doctors Bag
Louis Vuitton Lv And Me
Champs De Elysee Louis Vuitton
Armada Box
Louis Vuitton Hangers
Upholstered Trunk
Chinese Tansu Chest
Louis Vuitton Leather Teddy Bear
Saddle Leather Box
Wooden Clothes Hanger
17th Century Strongbox