Red Leather Trunk From Shanghai - 19th Century Material - Catalpa Wood Each symbol has its own

Each symbol has its own meaning and as a composite

This style is classically from the Tianjin area and is constructed from catalpa wood finished with an old burgundy lacquer

- Supplied with an iron stand or wall fittings on request

The simple

Red Leather Trunk From Shanghai - 19th Century Material - Catalpa Wood Each symbol has its ownLeather Trunks have been used for many hundreds of years in China with the classic style changing very little. Made for travelling and storage of clothing they are robust and work well in a contemporary western space as a coffee table, or for storage. Chinese leather trunks come in 4 colours; black, red, cream & aubergine. This particular piece dates to the 19th century and has a beautifully engraved locking plate and early brass handles. The interior