Very desirable JH
Mermilliod trunk made in Paris, France. This trunk was made most
likely in the mid to late 1800's as Mermilliod bought the company
Marechal in
about 1840.The canvas covering pattern is Very stylish, and highly
desired. This trunk, like Louis Vuitton trunks are the most prized of
all the Antique trunks sold. The trunk is in original condition, and
has the original lock, top handle, and interior basket and interior
bottom tray. (please see photos for condition). The original closure
strap is missing which is usual. Please contact legacytrunks.com for a
replacement strap if desired. The interior basket fabric webbing has
come loose in some areas as expected. The trunk has the original
makers label, and several travel labels on the exterior which only add
to the charm and historic look. The edge banding is leather with Very
small nails like many French trunks from this time period. The best
thing about this French trunk is the size. It measures approx. 25 1/2"
wide, 19" tall, and 19" from front to back, which is perfect for a
coffee table or an occasional or side table. It is smaller than a
large full size trunk, and larger than a smaller half trunk or hat
trunk. This trunk was most likely used for a wealthy socialites fine
dress and accessories. I have never seen one of these, and after doing
research from the U.S.A. to France, no one else I have contacted has
seen one either, although they all were interested in buying it or
selling it for me!
The labels on the exterior of the trunk are, from the best I can see,
from the Hotel Bellvue Dresden, Hotel Pension Llm Dresden, Hamburg
Amerika, Luaernerhof, Lloyd (Norddeutchmer Bremer, Grand Hotel
(something) Paris - Strassburg, Hotel Suisse, Vera Cruz Ward Line, and
another Strassburg Hotel along with some other labels and label
pieces. This trunk has had a great history of European travel in some
of the best places in Europe!
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