Old Trunks
Late 20th Century English Industrial Trunks and Luggage
Leather
Antique 1880s French Trunks and Luggage
Brass
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Trunks and Luggage
Brass
Antique 1820s English Trunks and Luggage
Brass
Antique 1880s British Indian Ocean Territory Campaign Trunks and Luggage
Leather, Fruitwood
20th Century French Other Trunks and Luggage
Brass
Early 20th Century Chinese Rustic Trunks and Luggage
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Trunks and Luggage
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Trunks and Luggage
Brass
Mid-20th Century American Primitive Trunks and Luggage
Iron
Antique 19th Century Swedish Other Trunks and Luggage
Iron
Vintage 1970s French Trunks and Luggage
Wicker, Rattan
Vintage 1920s French Trunks and Luggage
Brass
Antique Early 18th Century French Louis XIII Trunks and Luggage
Walnut
Vintage 1920s French Trunks and Luggage
Brass
Antique 19th Century French Trunks and Luggage
Wood
Vintage 1910s French Mid-Century Modern Trunks and Luggage
Brass
Antique 1860s Italian Renaissance Trunks and Luggage
Oak, Giltwood
Antique 1680s Charles II Trunks and Luggage
Iron, Nickel
Mid-20th Century Czech Trunks and Luggage
Metal
Vintage 1970s French Trunks and Luggage
Wicker, Rattan
Antique 19th Century French Trunks and Luggage
Wood
20th Century French Trunks and Luggage
Crystal, Brass
Antique Late 18th Century Spanish Baroque Trunks and Luggage
Metal
Antique Late 19th Century American American Colonial Trunks and Luggage
Pine
Antique Mid-19th Century Spanish Gothic Trunks and Luggage
Iron
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Trunks and Luggage
Metal, Brass
Vintage 1930s English Romantic Trunks and Luggage
Leather
Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian Trunks and Luggage
Brass
Vintage 1920s European Country Trunks and Luggage
Brass
Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Trunks and Luggage
Bronze
Antique Mid-19th Century English Gothic Trunks and Luggage
Iron
Antique Mid-18th Century Danish Baroque Trunks and Luggage
Oak, Paint
Early 20th Century American Adirondack Trunks and Luggage
Wood
Antique 18th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Trunks and Luggage
Wood
Antique 17th Century Elizabethan Trunks and Luggage
Oak
Antique Early 19th Century English Trunks and Luggage
Brass
2010s Indian Modern Trunks and Luggage
Metal
Antique Early 19th Century Austrian Folk Art Trunks and Luggage
Wood, Paint
Antique 1890s American Victorian Trunks and Luggage
Leather
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Trunks and Luggage
Leather, Canvas
Antique 18th Century Spanish Trunks and Luggage
Metal, Brass
Vintage 1980s Italian International Style Trunks and Luggage
Leather
Vintage 1920s English British Colonial Trunks and Luggage
Leather
20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Trunks and Luggage
Wicker
Antique Mid-19th Century Mexican Spanish Colonial Trunks and Luggage
Wood
20th Century British Trunks and Luggage
Leather
Antique Late 19th Century French Provincial Trunks and Luggage
Leather
Vintage 1960s European Trunks and Luggage
Leather
Antique Early 18th Century European British Colonial Trunks and Luggage
Iron
Early 20th Century French Hollywood Regency Trunks and Luggage
Leather, Canvas, Wood
Vintage 1940s French Mid-Century Modern Trunks and Luggage
Brass
Vintage 1970s French Baroque Trunks and Luggage
Iron
Antique Late 19th Century American Trunks and Luggage
Wood
Antique Early 1900s English Edwardian Trunks and Luggage
Canvas
Vintage 1920s French Mid-Century Modern Trunks and Luggage
Brass
Early 20th Century English Arts and Crafts Trunks and Luggage
Brass
Vintage 1970s French Baroque Trunks and Luggage
Iron
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Trunks and Luggage
Brass
Mid-20th Century Italian Trunks and Luggage
Crocodile
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Old Trunks For Sale on 1stDibs
Finding the Right trunks-luggage for You
Add a charming piece of travel history to your space. Antique and vintage trunks and luggage can make a statement as decorative accents and practical furnishings in nearly every room of your home.
There have been many types of trunks and luggage over the years, with availability of these wares broadening as train travel expanded during the 19th century. Antique steamer trunks — named for their use on steamships — mostly date from around 1880 to 1920. These pieces of luggage fit a steamship’s luggage size regulations and essentially doubled as wardrobes, ensuring that a traveler’s evening dresses and suits were kept wrinkle-free on a journey from city to city.
In 1858, French luxury brand Louis Vuitton introduced the world to the now-iconic Louis Vuitton trunks. During this early period of railroad travel, Louis Vuitton trunks solved common travel problems. Instead of the traditional round shape, these handcrafted rectangular trunks stored better on trains. To discourage burglars, the French craftsman and his son, Georges, also eventually patented a revolutionary sophisticated lock for the trunks. The famous LV monogram was first used in 1896 as part of an initiative by Georges to prevent counterfeiting of his coveted travel trunks.
Even if no longer used for travel, the vintage luggage is a popular item among collectors for its historical value and charm. At home, an old wood trunk is a durable storage solution as much as it is a versatile surface. It’s a coffee table in the living room of your farmhouse-style home or rustic loft apartment and a nightstand or blanket chest at the foot of your bed in your bedroom.
From Victorian trunks to Art Deco traveling jewelry cases, journey through history today with an extensive collection of antique trunk suitcases and vintage luggage on 1stDibs.
- What is an old steamer trunk?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022An old steamer trunk is a type of luggage. Most often, it has a rectangle or domed shape. Its purpose was to carry clothing and other personal belongings while traveling. The name comes from the fact that most often, their owners traveled via steam ship. Shop a selection of antique steamer trunks on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023You can do a variety of things with old metal trunks. Use one in place of your coffee table in the living room or add a cushion and throw pillows to transform it into a bench. Lift the lid and add supports and cushions to create a one-of-a-kind accent chair, or position it beside your bed as a nightstand. On 1stDibs, shop an assortment of metal trunks.
- How much are old trunks worth?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021The value of a trunk depends on the condition, style, size, and make. Usually fully restored American made trunks can be anywhere from $300 to $900. A vintage French made trunk will usually be more than $2,000. There are plenty of vintage trunks to be found on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023Whether old storage trunks are worth anything depends on a number of factors. The trunk’s manufacturer is one of the biggest determiners of value. Pieces designed by Louis Vuitton, Malloy, Martin Maier, Oshkosh, Moynat, Taylor and Truesdale are highly sought by collectors, for example. The condition of the trunk and its style will also impact the price you can expect to receive for it. To get an idea of the fair market value of a particular piece, consult a certified appraiser or reputable antiques dealer. On 1stDibs, find a range of storage trunks.
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