Chest - Wood, Iron - DomeTopTrunk 1880 England

Antique travel trunk with dome top – hand-painted monogram & freight number – ca. 1880/1900 --- Description: What you see is a distinctive, authentic overseas and travel trunk from the late 19th century (Historicism / Gründerzeit) from England. The model stands out for its pronounced curved lid ("Dome Top / Barrel Top"), which at the time prevented heavy luggage from being stacked on the chest. Particularly appealing is the historic patina with hand-painted yellow stencil inscriptions on the lid: the monogram "S. S." (initials of the traveler at the time) and the registry/freight number "3029". Construction & Details: - Korpus (Body): Sturdy wooden body, exterior clad with original durable fabric (Oilcloth/Canvas). - Hinges/Hardware: Fully reinforced with riveted iron and wooden slats, including original corner protectors, two heavy lock plates (no key) and side folding iron handles. - Interior: Original blue-yellow striped wallpaper in the dome lid with a historical factory fragment ("...ER"); the lower case is lined with a clean protective cloth. Measurements & Weight: - Width: approx. 81 cm - Depth: approx. 48 cm - Height: approx. 67 cm (highest point of the dome lid) - Interior height of the case: approx. 42 cm - Weight: approx. 18.4 kg Condition: Age-appropriate, honest original condition with a beautiful patina and historical wear, as one would expect from a genuine travel item of this era. Structurally solid and odor-neutral. Please regard the detailed photos as an integral part of the condition description. A wonderful one-off piece – perfect as a decorative coffee table, laundry chest, or a stylish focal point in both modern and classic living environments. --- Secure and carefully padded shipping with tracking or local pickup available.

Estimation:€220

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