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Victorian Embossed Metal Camel Back Trunk, Ca. 1890s
Here is a beautiful and totally complete camel back trunk with a fantastic original interior. I call this a "camel back" because the rounded top is higher in the center than the ends. Others may call them a dome top or round top trunk. This one is a great size measuring 28" wide, 23" tall and 16" deep. The fancy leaf and vine design embossed metal is the original burgundy and grey colors and all the fancy metal trim and hardware are complete and original. I don't restore too many metal covered trunks, but this one is much nicer than most I have seen, so I couldn't pass it up. The hardwood slats (probably hickory, oak, or elm) have beautiful wood grain and are refinished with a smooth satin finish. The metal is all in great shape with no rust holes, missing pieces or other damage. The leather handles are replacements to look like the originals. The metal bottom is very clean, repainted, and has the original wood slats and metal rollers. The complete fancy interior makes the trunk quite special and collectible. The wooden tray has the hatbox and other clothes compartments with covers, and there are four original Victorian chromolithograph prints. The colorful prints and border trim are all in great condition, so the interior has been carefully cleaned but left original to retain it's charm and historic value. The interior is clean with no odors and can be used to store many items, or the trunk is great for display. Some fancy metal trim parts are dated 1880. The trunk was probably made in the late 1880's to 1890's. Please email if you have any questions or would like more pictutes sent. Click on the small pictures to enlarge.
Price: $550 plus $40 shipping in the U.S. For other areas please email for rate.
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