Name: Chinese Camphor Trunk from Tianjin - 19thC
Brand: Indigo Antiques
SKU: C1254V2
Price: 825.0 GBP
Availability: OutOfStock

Antique Chinese Camphor Trunk from Tianjin - 19thC | Indigo Antiques

Open lid detail from a Antique Chinese Camphor Trunk from Tianjin - 19thC | Indigo Antiques

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Butterfly joint detail from a Antique Chinese Camphor Trunk from Tianjin - 19thC | Indigo Antiques

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Inside detail from a Antique Chinese Camphor Trunk from Tianjin - 19thC | Indigo Antiques

Rear view detail from a Antique Chinese Camphor Trunk from Tianjin - 19thC | Indigo Antiques

SKU: C1254V2

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Camphor Trunks were usually made in pairs - one each for husband & wife. They were used to store clothing.
The simple design is pure Ming in style Camphor wood is moth & insect repellent and protects silk from damage.
The fittings are made from brass and are original unless otherwise stated.
They date from the 19th century to the early 20th century.
From China

98 x 55 x 44 (wxdxh cms)

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