Portmanteau Trunk By Allen

Portmanteau Trunk By Allen

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Reference

7544

Allen described this type of trunk as a 'Copper-riveted Solid Leather Portmanteau, extra strong'. It has steel bands underneath the leather to strengthen it as well as brass domed studs. The interior is lined in blue ticking with red leather edging and has a lid to contain the items packed in the top half. The bottom has a lidded compartment to the side and an open one to the back.

The label to the interior gives the address of 37 West Strand. This address is seen on Allen's adverts from 1865. Late 19th century.

Dimensions:

Height 48.5 cm / 19 14"
Width 94 cm / 37 "
Depth 52.5 cm / 20 "
Period

Late 19th Century

Medium

Leather Hide

Country

England

Signed

J.W. Allen

Style

Luggage

EXHIBITIONS
Brass Bound & Portable

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