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Paris France Antique Hide Wood Iron Dome Trunk Chest, Signed, Early 18th Century

$6,500

£4,938.40

€5,675.25

CA$9,130.05

A$9,937.83

CHF 5,265.70

MX$119,517.40

NOK 66,952.01

SEK 61,354.11

DKK 42,393.80

About the Item

Patina perfection! A rare and incredible nearly 300 year old French Parisian trunk by La Forest in original condition! An early precursor to the exceptional luxury leather artisans Paris is renowned, such as Hermès, Louis Vuitton and Goyard, we present this striking antique hide wrapped wood, iron, and flannel domed carriage travel trunk. Exquisitely hand-crafted in Paris, France in the first half of the 18th century, during the reign of King Louis XV (1715-1774), showcasing fine quality craftsmanship, construction and luxurious materials, featuring a high quality solid wood frame reinforced with patinated metal mounts and strapwork, finished in raw animal hide binding to the top and front, flanked by hand forged rolled iron carry handles at the sides, slatted back and sturdy plank boarded verso, the narrow rectangular case having a hinged dome shaped top, opening to reveal the extraordinary rare original flannel fabric lined interior, retaining maker's label under lid, signed La Forest. circa 1725 The label reads: Aux Armes De France Rue Saint Barthelemy, au bas du Pont-au-change, vis-a-vis l'Horloge du Palais La Forest, Maitre Coffretier- Malletier ordinaire de la Maifon de Condé : Fait vend touted Fortescue de Coffres, Malles, Valifes, Etuis de Chapeaux, Fourreaux de Piftolets, Malles de Rouffi, autres Marchandifes concernantles Voyages, Cantins, Caves, Malles de Lits, Coffres a Vaiffelles, Paniers de Bagages, toutes Fortescue d'Equipages d'Armees. Le tout a jufte prix A Paris Translated: Street Saint Barthelemy, at the bottom of Pont-au-change, opposite the Palace Clock La Forest, Master Boxmaker - Ordinary Trunkmaker of the House of Condé: Makes sells all Fortescue of Chests, Trunks, Valifes, Hat Cases, Piftolet Scabbards, Rouffi Trunks, other Merchandise concerning Travel, Canteens, Cellars, Trunks of Beds, Dish Chests, Luggage Baskets, all Army Crew Forts. Everything at a fair price In Paris Dimensions: (approx) 16" High, 38" Wide, 18" Deep *Additional photos available upon request Condition: A superb museum quality example in great original unrestored antique condition. Presents splendidly with beautifully aged warm rustic heavily worn distressed patina. Wear consistent with three centuries of age and use, including patinated oxidized metal, dried leather animal hide with minor tears, craquelure and losses, overall nothing that detracts from the display or functionality but only adds to the sophisticated antique character, elegant warmth, and rich historical depth that can only be acquired over very long periods of time!

Dimensions:
Height: 16 in (40.64 cm)Width: 38 in (96.52 cm)Depth: 18 in (45.72 cm)
Style:
Louis XV (Of the Period)
Materials and Techniques:
Fabric,Hide,Iron,Upholstery,Wood,Wrought Iron,Chamfered,Forged,Hand-Carved,Hand-Crafted,Patinated
Place of Origin:
France
Period:
18th Century
Date of Manufacture:
circa 1725
Condition:
Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Superb museum quality example. Great original unrestored antique condition with nicely aged patina over the whole. Wear consistent with age indicative of use. Srong, sturdy, stable, structurally sound. Overall a remarkable piece!
Seller Location:
Forney, TX
Reference Number:
1stDibs: LU5977236239782

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