Posted 10 years ago
djohn
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i was wondering if anyone has seen a trunk like this and might be able to tell me what period it is from or what it might have been used for. The dimensions are 54 " long x 27 " wide x 33' tall
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hardware looks old, quite old. The box itself looks old, Looks like the pieces covering the wheels are newer additions. The wooden wheels, I cannot comment on these I have no knowledge in this area. There are several members who specialize in trunks and furniture that will be able to give you more info.
Apparently someone just imported a 40 FT container of these "antique" pitaras from India.
Caveat emptor,
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I'm sure when you just find one sitting in an antique shop, it is mesmerizing, especially if you never saw one before.
But: http://lilanexports.com/all_product_images/48.jpg
It kinda kills the magic when you see them aging outback...
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That's a great picture TA -- which is why I am so leery of any of these trunks because they are getting really good at it...
I hear you! Off topic, anything that I even think may be from China I assume to be a reproduction until it can be proven otherwise. Perhaps narrow-minded to some, I just like to be cautious. India is following China's lead.
I have nothing against imitation or reproduced antiques. I just wish they were permanently stamped as such. At least if someone wants to misrepresent a piece they would need to physically remove the part that says "reproduction". Sure, it's easy to do, but I like to think there would be some karma involved since there is no "misunderstanding" behind their intent.
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please don't tell me tubeamp, is this one a fake too:
http://www.collectorsweekly.com/stories/125787-asian-cabinet--pictures-updated