Large Antique Steamer Trunk, Scottish, Canvas, Shipping Chest, Victorian, C.1890

Our Stock # 18.9008

This is a large antique steamer trunk. A Scottish, canvas and beech bound shipping chest, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1890.

• Superb proportion and delightful fitted interior to this large trunk
• Displays a desirable aged patina and in good original order
• Weathered green canvas substantially bound in cast iron and beech stocks
• Maker's label to lid interior for A. Boswell of Edinburgh, established in 1790

• Lid opens upon a pair of strap rests, with wide access to the interior
• Appointed with a pair of large removable linen trays, dressed with leather handles
• Generously sized, clean interior with the trays removed offers a height of 50cm (19.75'')
• With trays installed upon corner brackets, the interior retains a height of 28cm (11'')

• Handwritten detail to the canvas with the initials HR HP and No11
• Central retaining clasp with bound lock escutcheon — untested, key absent
• Pair of stout clasps to either side hold the lid closed securely, opening with a firm action
• Excellent leather handles to ends, set within broad iron straps

This is a generously sized antique steamer trunk, graced with appealing patination and a pleasingly clean interior. Well appointed and high on decorative appeal, the size of the trunk lends itself to use as a distinctive coffee table. Solid joints and construction, delivered waxed, polished and ready for the home.

Dimensions:
Max Width: 89cm (35'')
Max Depth: 56cm (22'')
Max Height: 59.5cm (23.5'')

Max Interior Width: 84cm (33'')
Max Interior Depth: 51.5cm (20.25'')
Max Interior Height: 50cm (19.75'')

Tray Width: 81.5cm (32'')
Tray Depth: 49cm (19.25'')
Tray Height: 12.5cm (5'')