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Large Antique Camphor Wood Trunk, Hong Kong, 19th Century
$3,400
£2,572.94
€2,950.06
CA$4,756.60
A$5,177.69
CHF 2,746.50
MX$62,332.88
NOK 34,873.30
SEK 31,915.31
DKK 22,033.24
About the Item
Sensational camphor wood trunk or chest. Larger than the usual models. Interesting feature of the double lock
Originally used as a travel trunk possibly on a naval or military campaign
Wonderful colour and figure to the wood
Made in Hong Kong by Sui Kee Chan. Makers label inside the box
Original brass hardware. Replaced brass carrying handles*
The lock to the right is missing.
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*The carrying handles are decorative only. They are new brass and not strong enough to be used to carry the chest
- Dimensions:Height: 24 in (60.96 cm)Width: 48 in (121.92 cm)Depth: 23.75 in (60.33 cm)
- Style:Campaign (In the Style Of)
- Materials and Techniques:Wood,Polished
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:1890
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:St Annes, GB
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU1836347200852
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