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Antique Red Leather, Brass and Camphor Wood Chinese Export Trunk

$1,350
£1,023.01
€1,178.91
CA$1,909.27
A$2,053.26
CHF 1,097.88
MX$24,761.76
NOK 13,883.49
SEK 12,649.65
DKK 8,809.04

About the Item

A beautiful, antique (mid 1800s) Chinese red leather and brass over camphor wood export trade trunk offers ample storage and could be used as a coffee table or accent piece. It is a gorgeous, rich red color with cream colored floral painted accents and brass tack decoration. From an Aspen, Colorado estate. This piece is structurally very sound but does have slight damage due to age and use. The top is faded and abraded and leather is peeling along edges, see photos.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 16.75 in (42.55 cm)Width: 35 in (88.9 cm)Depth: 18.25 in (46.36 cm)
  • Style:
    Chinese Export (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Circa 1875
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor fading.
  • Seller Location:
    Centennial, CO
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU7687239142182

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