20th Century Green Wood and Metal Travel Trunk

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A distinctive and striking vintage travel trunk, solidly crafted from 20th-century wood and metal, finished in a sophisticated forest green.

… Read more A distinctive and striking vintage travel trunk, solidly crafted from 20th-century wood and metal, finished in a sophisticated forest green.

· Subject and Style: Classic and sturdy trunk lined with wooden slats secured with gold studs; central lock with key included and side safety catches; interior embellished with the original period lining decorated with a swallows-in-flight motif and complete with a removable tray with compartments.

· Material and Finish: Green lacquered wood and metal frame with black trim, protective corners, and gold-plated metal hardware; interior lined with decorated paper and ribbon straps.

· Ideal for: Use as a coffee table in the center of the living room, a chest at the foot of the bed, a spacious storage trunk, or a striking decorative element for studios, shop windows, and historic homes.

Technical Details and Condition:

· Type: Travel trunk / Storage trunk with removable internal tray.

· Brand / Manufacture / Attribution: European artisanal craftsmanship, unsigned, not attributable to a specific artist.

· Materials: Wood, painted metal, gilded metal hardware, decorated paper and fabric.

· Period: Attributed to the 20th century (Vintage).

· Dimensions: Width 90 cm. Depth 51 cm. Height 52 cm.

· Condition: Very good overall vintage condition with normal signs of age and historical use consistent with its age. The structure is solid, sound, and perfectly stable; the hinges, handles, and lock with key are fully functional; the interior is clean with period paper and the original tray is well preserved.

Please note that any white areas in the photo are due to reflections from the artificial lights used to better illuminate the item, which may cause slight color variations in the photograph.

The item is original and carefully photographed, highlighting every detail, highlighting its quality, strengths, and any flaws. This piece is attributed to the mentioned designer/maker. It has no attribution mark and no
official proof of authenticity,
however it is well documented in design history. I take full responsibility for any authenticity



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