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Antique 20th Century Louis Vuitton Trunk In Damier Canvas, France c.1900
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
designed the first Louis Vuitton steamer trunk. At the time trunks had rounded tops to allow for water to
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Early 1900s French Other Antique Steamer Trunks
Materials
Brass
Antique 20th Century Louis Vuitton Hat Trunk In Monogram Canvas, Paris c.1900
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
, Vuitton designed the first Louis Vuitton steamer trunk. At the time trunks had rounded tops to allow for
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Early 1900s French Other Antique Steamer Trunks
Materials
Brass
Antique 20th Century Louis Vuitton Hat Trunk In Woven Canvas, France c.1890
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
perfect example of such trunks. It is particularly rare as the cube dimensions are seldom seen with the
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19th Century French Other Antique Steamer Trunks
Materials
Brass
Rare 20th Century Louis Vuitton "Low Wardrobe" Trunk In Monogram Canvas, France
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
-off due to its reduced height. Normally wardrobe trunks with a width and depth of 55cm have a
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1920s French Other Antique Steamer Trunks
Materials
Brass
20th Century Louis Vuitton Courier Trunk In Monogram Canvas, France c.1900
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 Steamer Trunks
Materials
Brass
Antique 20th Century Louis Vuitton Hat Trunk In Monogram Canvas, France c.1910
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
interior, both modern or traditional.
A brief history about Louis Vuitton trunks: Louis Vuitton was born
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1910s French Other Antique Steamer 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 Steamer Trunks
Materials
Leather, Canvas, Wood
Antique 19th Century Louis Vuitton Courier Trunk, France c.1872
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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19th Century French Other Antique Steamer Trunks
Materials
Brass
Pair of 20th Century Leather Steamer Trunks
Located in High Point, NC
Pair of early 20th century English steamer trunks which have been completely refurbished. The
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Early 20th Century English Antique Steamer Trunks
Materials
Leather
Pair of 20th Century Leather Steamer Trunks
Located in High Point, NC
Pair of early 20th century English steamer trunks which have been completely refurbished. The
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Early 20th Century English Antique Steamer Trunks
Materials
Leather
PAiR OF ANTIQUE ZEBRA SKIN
LEATHER UPHOLSTERED STEAMER TRUNKS CHESTS TABLES
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
rare pair of Zebra skin & brown Leather upholstered steamer trunks circa 1920
Please note the delivery
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1920s English Art Deco Antique Steamer Trunks
Materials
Leather
Pair of Large Vintage Metal Steam Trunks, Early 20th C
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Pair of large metal vintage steamer trunks with various period luggage labels and leather handles
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Early 20th Century Antique Steamer Trunks
Materials
Metal
Antique Victorian R&H Modern Canvas Wood
Leather Steamer Trunk Coffee Table
Located in Dayton, OH
Victorian Era Flat Top Steamer Trunk or Chest by R&H Modern Trunks. Made from wood with a canvas
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Steamer Trunks
Materials
Leather, Canvas, Hardwood
19th Century Large Steamer Trunk in Canvas Covered Wood
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
storage of smaller trinkets or frequently used travelling items. Steamer trunks were so called as they
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19th Century French Antique Steamer Trunks
Materials
Brass
Louis Vuitton Courrier Trunk in Damier Canvas 100 cm, Vuitton Steamer Trunk
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
with its serial number.
Underneath, it has got its zinc bottom that was used to protect steamer trunks
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Late 19th Century French Antique Steamer Trunks
Materials
Brass
Antique Neverbreak Steamer Trunk Wardrobe Chest
By Neverbreak Trunks
Located in Highland, IN
This beautiful steamer chest is from the early 20th century and is covered in history. It was made
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Early 20th Century American Machine Age Antique Steamer Trunks
Materials
Brass
Late 19th Century Louis Vuitton Damier Ebene Canvas Steamer Trunk
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dallas, TX
stacked. These antique Louis Vuitton steamer trunks are being re-purposed and used as a coffee table
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Late 19th Century French American Colonial Antique Steamer Trunks
Materials
Brass
Rare Oshkosh Luggage Countertop Advertising Piece
Located in San Francisco, CA
steamer trunks and was made circa 1920. Provenance available to purchaser.
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1920s American Antique Steamer Trunks
Materials
Metal
Louis Vuitton Antique Monogram Wardrobe Steamer Trunk c1920s
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Philadelphia, PA
STUNNING Louis Vuitton Antique Monogram Wardrobe Steamer Trunk c1920s in excellent preowned
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1920s Antique Steamer Trunks
Steamer Trunk
Located in Pompano Beach, FL
Original 1900's steamer trunk used in the opening of the play, "Where's Papa".
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Early 20th Century American Antique Steamer Trunks
$4,125
LOUIS VUITTON Antique Black Steamer Trunk with Red and Blue Stripe
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Philadelphia, PA
STUNNING Louis Vuitton antique steamer trunk in gorgeous condition. Black wood exterior with black
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Early 19th Century Antique Steamer Trunks
French Steamer Trunk
Located in Buchanan, NY
French 1920s steamer trunk with brass studs on a wooden ribbing. The clasps are also brass. It has
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1920s French Antique Steamer Trunks
Large Steamer Trunk
Located in Barcelona, ES
Portuguese large leather steamer trunk with dome top.
Antique 19th century dome top Portuguese
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Mid-19th Century Portuguese American Colonial Antique Steamer Trunks
Materials
Brass, Iron, Zinc
$3,322
1920s Steamer Trunk
Located in Eindhoven, NL
A very nice steamer trunk with weels. In good shape made from brown canvas, brown color lozine trim
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1920s French Antique Steamer Trunks
Materials
Brass
$4,450
French Steamer Trunk
Located in New York, NY
Large vintage French leather steamer trunk with wood struts and brass appointments. The interior
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19th Century French Antique Steamer Trunks
$4,950
1920s Dark Blue Moynat Steamer Trunk, Moynat Trunk, Moynat Steamer Trunk
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This nice steamer trunk features very unusual dark blue canvas, black lozine trim, large leather
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1920s French Antique Steamer Trunks
Materials
Brass
Malles Goyard Steamer Trunk
By Goyard
Located in Montreal, QC
This superb example of the French luggage maker's art combines quality, beauty and functionality in equal measure. Unusually for such a trunk, it opens from the front with two doors ...
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Early 20th Century French Other Antique Steamer Trunks
Materials
Brass
$12,000
Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Essex, MA
In rough condition.
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Early 20th Century French Antique Steamer Trunks
Materials
Canvas, Wood
1930s French Steamer Trunk
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This beautiful trunk features wood slats on warm brown canvas, brass locks and fittings and leather handles. Interior has been relined and has got two removable trays, convenient for...
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1920s French Antique Steamer Trunks
Materials
Brass
Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk
Located in Essex, MA
In as found attic condition. Rectangular with hinged lid opening to a cloth interior lacking tray with serial number and paper label. Conforming case section with losses, replacement...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Steamer Trunks
Materials
Brass
Original Louis Vuitton, Steamer Trunk
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Original Louis Vuitton, Steamer Trunk
The Steamer Trunk is made in canvas and leather with
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Early 20th Century Edwardian Antique Steamer Trunks
Materials
Canvas
Wardrobe Steamer Trunk, circa 1915
Located in Austin, TX
A large Henry Likly upright steamer wardrobe with hinged door and steal banded edges, by Likly
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Early 20th Century American Steampunk Antique Steamer Trunks
1900s French Black Steamer Trunk
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This steamer trunk has got very elegant proportions and could be used as end of a sofa or bedside
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Early 1900s French Antique Steamer Trunks
Materials
Wood
Antique Steamer Trunk Circa 1900
Located in Asheville, NC
This wonderful steamer trunk is constructed of canvas covered wood with wooden runners with metal
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18th Century and Earlier Antique Steamer Trunks
Materials
Brass
1920s Black Moynat Steamer Trunk
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This nice steamer trunk features black canvas, leather trim and side handles and brass corners and
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1920s French Antique Steamer Trunks
Materials
Brass
1930s Steamer Trunk by "Aux Etats Unis", French Steamer Trunk, Aux Etats Unis
By Aux Etats Unis
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This beautiful French luxury steamer trunk features the specific " Aux Etats Unis" canvas, solid
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Steamer Trunks
Materials
Wood
Antique Steamer Trunk Late 19th Century
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A lovely steamer trunk with nice detailing and heavy duty, quality construction. Ca' 1890's. This
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1890s American Modern Antique Steamer Trunks
Materials
Brass
20th Century Refurbished Leather Steamer Trunk
Located in High Point, NC
Early 20th century English steamer trunk which has been completely refurbished. The exterior
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Early 20th Century English Antique Steamer Trunks
Materials
Brass
1900s Traditional Dome Top Steamer Trunk
Located in Germantown, MD
Original 1900s dome top steamer trunk in excellent vintage Condition. The is a lock but the key is
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Early 20th Century American Edwardian Antique Steamer Trunks
Materials
Metal, Other
1920s Moritz Madler Wardrobe Steamer Trunk
By Moritz Madler
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
hanging closet on the right. This beautiful German made piece rivals the Louis Vuitton trunks of the same
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Early 20th Century German Antique Steamer Trunks
Louis Vuitton Damier Canvas Steamer Trunk
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Astoria, NY
This regal French steamer trunk, produced by Louis Vuitton, circa 1889, comes in Damier pattern
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1890s French Antique Steamer Trunks
Materials
Fabric, Canvas, Wood
Goyard Steamer Trunk, Late 19th Century
By Goyard
Located in Austin, TX
known makers Goyard. Trunks by Goyard of this size and age, are highly collectible. Together with Louis
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Late 19th Century French Antique Steamer Trunks
Materials
Wood
Antique Wonderrobe Steamer Trunk Wardrobe Chest
By Seward Trunk Company 1
Located in Highland, IN
beautiful steamer chest is from the early 20th century and in great condition with a beautiful patina. It
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Early 20th Century American Machine Age Antique Steamer Trunks
1930s Inlaid Mahogany Compactom Steamer Trunk
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This closet is perfectly fitted inside. On the left hand side, it has got an articulated hanging section and on the right hand side it has got a series of 4 glazed compartments,2 sli...
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1920s Great Britain (UK) Antique Steamer Trunks
1880s Damier Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This trunk has got the rare and famous "Damier" canvas, blackened steel trim, locks and handles.
Its interior is all original rather clean given its age.
Free shipping to many de...
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1880s French Antique Steamer Trunks
Materials
Steel
Moynat Steamer Trunk, Restored, France circa 1920s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This classic steamer trunk is a fine display of luxury by the oldest French trunk maker, Moynat
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Early 20th Century French Victorian Antique Steamer Trunks
Materials
Brass
Aux Etats Unis Steamer or Hat Trunk
Located in Bradenton, FL
A very rare vintage steamer or hat trunk by Aux Etats Unis Paris. In the same style and period as
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Early 20th Century French International Style Antique Steamer Trunks
Materials
Leather
19Thc Dated 1886 Steamer Dome Top Trunk
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19thc Amazing steamer trunk in fine condition and leather handles on the sides.The inside has been
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Late 19th Century American Adirondack Antique Steamer Trunks
Materials
Wood
French Black Steamer Trunk or Console Table
Located in Barcelona, ES
Steamer trunk in black canvas with beige trim / console table, France, 1930s
Beautiful black
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Steamer Trunks
Materials
Iron
Large Vintage Rigid Breakless Co., Steamer Trunk
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Large Vintage Rigid Breakless Co., Steamer Trunk
A very useful Strong travel trunk from the
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Late 19th Century Art Deco Antique Steamer Trunks
Materials
Synthetic
Restored Victorian Dome Top Steamer Trunk, circa 1850
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautifully restored mid-Victorian steamer trunk with dome top. Fabricated from oak planks which
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1850s Victorian Antique Steamer Trunks
Materials
Iron
Pair Of Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk Locks
Located in Essex, MA
Once mounted on a trunk. Handy if your missing a pair. Marked made in France.
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Early 20th Century Antique Steamer Trunks
Materials
Brass
Large 1880s Louis Vuitton "Rayée" Canvas Steamer Trunk
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Mt Kisco, NY
A late 19th century Vuitton flat top steamer trunk of the classic beige and brown stripe (rayée
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1880s French Antique Steamer Trunks
Materials
Brass, Zinc
Large Vintage Drew and Sons Canvas Steamer Trunk
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
A large vintage Drew & Sons canvas steamer trunk
A very useful decorative suitcase or travel
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Late 19th Century Steampunk Antique Steamer Trunks
Splendid Goyard Ainé Steamer Shoe Trunk, circa 1910s
By Goyard
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
La Maison Goyard began making trunks, cases, luggage and handbags of high quality.
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Early 19th Century French Antique Steamer Trunks
Materials
Brass
1930s Wardrobe Steamer Trunk Luggage Chest by Hartmann
By Hartmann Trunk Company
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Museum worthy rectangular cuboid wardrobe trunk by Hartmann Luggage Co.
Outside is ivory color with chestnut brown trim and brass rivet heads.
Inside is covered in perfectly aged g...
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Antique Steamer Trunks
Materials
Wood
Antique Louis Vuitton Leather Wardrobe Steamer Trunk, circa 1900
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Washington, DC
Appealing unrestored antique Louis Vuitton leather steamer trunk. Unusual brass latches and button
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1910s French Antique Steamer Trunks
Materials
Brass
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Antique Steamer Trunks For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are several options of antique steamer trunks available for sale. Each of these unique antique steamer trunks was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, wood and animal skin. There are all kinds of antique steamer trunks available, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. Victorian, Art Deco and Industrial antique steamer trunks are consistently popular styles. Many antique steamer trunks are appealing in their simplicity, but Louis Vuitton, Goyard and Hartmann Trunk Company produced popular antique steamer trunks that are worth a look.
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 Steamer Trunks
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022To identify your steamer trunk, look inside the lid, along the interior and on the bottom for a stamp that indicates the manufacturer. Popular makers of steamer trunks included Clinton, Goyard, Hartmann, Louis Vuitton, Malloy, Moynat, Oshkosh, Taylor and Truesdale. On 1stDibs, find a variety of expertly vetted steamer trunks.
- What are steamer trunks worth?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021Steamer trunks can be worth as much as $3,000 depending on the quality and condition. Some renowned fashion houses, such as Goyard and Louis Vuitton, have designed steamer trunks that are worth as much as $45,000. Find a range of antique and vintage steamer trunks on 1stDibs.
- What is an old steamer trunk?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022An old steamer trunk is a type of luggage. Most often, it has a rectangle or domed shape. Its purpose was to carry clothing and other personal belongings while traveling. The name comes from the fact that most often, their owners traveled via steam ship. Shop a selection of antique steamer trunks on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023You can line a steamer trunk with a variety of materials. Paper is a simple solution for lining, but you can also use fabrics like velvet to protect items stored inside. Find a range of steamer trunks from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Although steamer trunks are no longer used for traveling, they are still produced as a way to store valuables and as a storage solution. Steamer trunks were widely used in the late 18th century throughout the early 20th century as a way to transport clothes and other personal belongings and were meant to bridge the gap between luggage and storage. Shop a wide range of vintage and contemporary steamer trunks on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023No, typically people don't travel with steamer trunks. Due to their size and weight, steamer trunks aren't ideal for traveling by air or sea. However, people still purchase steamer trunks to use as storage solutions and decorative accents in their homes. Shop a selection of antique and vintage steamer trunks on 1stDibs.
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