Antique Explorer's Portmanteau, English, Canvas, Travel, Trunk, Chest, Victorian
Our Stock # 18.6433
This is an antique explorer's portmanteau. An English, canvas travel trunk or coat chest dating to the early Victorian period, circa 1850.
- A superb, fascinating early Victorian piece
- Displays a desirable aged patina
- Quality canvas finish in good original order
- Brass bound frame for superior stability — perfect for touring
- Stout lid opens at three-quarter point on inset hinges
- Brass clasp with working lock and square backing plate — key present
- Dressed with drop handles on riveted iron backing plates
- Interior decorated with lining paper featuring a continuous star pattern
- Hand painted decoration on the lid from time spent in Madras
- Front featuring the initials JP and 2, with a label for Peninsula & Oriental Steam Navigation Co.
- Label to side shows passage from Bombay to London on the P & O.S.N. Co. line
- Bright green maker's label inside for J. Powell of London — makers and repairers of trunks
This is a delightful antique portmanteau, with appealing three-quarter lid. Solid joints and construction, delivered ready for the home.
Dimensions:
Max Width: 72cm (28.25'')
Max Depth: 41cm (16.25'')
Max Height: 40.5cm (16'')
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