Antiques, Estate & Job Lot Auction – 11 June 2026

Antiques, Estate & Job Lot Auction – 11 June 2026

Catalogue

Lot 709: An English Victorian Metal Steamer Trunk with Faux-Oak Finish

This auction ended on June 11, 2026.

Start price: £10

Estimated price: £10 - £20

Buyer's Premium: 18%

Not sold

An antique metal storage trunk of a type often identified as an English steamer or immigrant trunk, dating from the late 19th or early 20th century. The item features a rounded lid with raised structural ribs and a central metal lock hasp. The exterior is decorated with a painted faux-oak wood grain finish, also known as faux bois, while the interior is finished in a green-toned paint. The lot includes an assortment of miscellaneous items found within the trunk, including a plush teddy bear with a cream bow, a Werther’s Original confectionery tin, Harley-Davidson ephemera, and other sundries. Stamped markings are present on the central metal lock plate, though they are not clearly legible.

Dimensions: 24 x 15 x 15”