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This trunk is
especially unique as most of the original metal covering has been
removed to expose the wonderful wood. Wood of this age is hard to
describe as it is over 100 years old. You have to see it to really
appreciate the depth of color in it, but I think the pictures capture
quite a bit of it. You might never see another one of these, as the
work to make it look like this requires so much labor and time. First
there are hundreds, yes, HUNDREDS of nails that have to be removed to
get the old metal, slats, attachments, drawbolts, and additional
hardware off. What you have left is a wood box and lid. Then, you
refinish the components; replace metal as desired, and all the slats,
attachments, drawbolts, and additional hardware back to the trunk.
Then we added touches of gold paint and gold antique accents. The
exposed wood, gold antique tones, and rare shape and look make
this an Outstanding Trunk. The lock mechanism is original but
unfortunately we do not have the key. The trunk has been refinished
and has been stained in a rich color and “Mahogany” on the slats . The
trunk interior has been stained to match the excterior body and
treated with high quality orange Oil Beeswax to give it a beauty of
color. We have replaced the leather handles with new reproduction
handles. This trunk now is ready to take on another 100 years and be a
wonderful addition to your unique antiques. Ca. 1880 - 1900 Dimensions
: 30”L x 17 1/2”W x 20” H |
