Antique Military Trunk, English, Camphorwood Chest, Blanket Box, Victorian, 1900

Our Stock # 24423

This is an antique military trunk. An English, camphorwood chest or blanket box, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900. 

• Appealing late Victorian trunk, with a wonderfully clean appearance
• Displays a desirable aged patina and in good order throughout
• Camphorwood presents fine grain interest and rich caramel hues
• Bound to the corners with quality brass caps and brackets
  
  
• Stout lid dressed with a shaped drop handle and unmarked name plaque to top
• Accentuated across the fascia with the name and number 4013 - A. Jones
• Shield shaped brass lock escutcheon to the front — untested, key absent
• Dressed with wide drop handles to each end for ease of carriage
  
  
• Lid opens wide and held securely with a strap hinge
• Delightfully clean interior dazzles with a bright biscuit hue
• Small candle box to the left-hand side, with a generous main compartment
  

This is a fine antique military trunk, charmingly personalised and presented in a pleasingly clean order. Wide, flay top ideal for use as a distinctive coffee table. Solid joints and construction, delivered ready for the home.

Dimensions:
Max Width: 69.5cm (27.25'')
Max Depth: 34.5cm (13.5'')
Max Height: 30cm (11.75'')

Interior Width: 58cm (22.75'')
Interior Depth: 30cm (11.75'')
Interior Height: 25cm (9.75'')

Candle Box Width: 6.5cm (2.5'')
Candle Box Depth: 30cm (11.75'')
Candle Box Height: 5cm (2'')