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Trunks1055 of 27021890 Aux Etats Unis Trunk By Louis Gérard Of Parischest with notes from 1890
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    Posted 8 years ago

    mrsmichell…
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    I acquired this yesterday and am in love with it, but I can't find anything like it, and have no experience with chests. I had thought to paint it, but I would hate to devalue it as the more I look at it, the more handmade it seems.

    The only markings anywhere are on the inside of the lid, and it's painted "547" with a "V" in a circle next to it. It's 39 1/2" long by 16" high.

    Can anyone help me with any information? I would super appreciate it!

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    Comments

    1. Efesgirl Efesgirl, 8 years ago
      It is totally handmade. Paint would totally ruin it. There are a number of folks on CW who will be able to tell you about your beautiful trunk.
    2. mrsmichellepianoteacher, 8 years ago
      Thanks, Efesgirl! I had just brought it inside to clean it up before starting to sand it, but every detail is so imperfectly beautiful, I thought, "Uh, oh... better get some advice before I accidentally ruin this!" I'm looking forward to hearing more! Thanks for the affirmation not to paint it. :)
    3. Efesgirl Efesgirl, 8 years ago
      Just leave it as it is until those who know get a chance to see it.
    4. mrsmichellepianoteacher, 8 years ago
      Agreed. :)
    5. Master Master, 8 years ago
      Amazing piece great find
    6. Efesgirl Efesgirl, 8 years ago
      What are the measurements: height, length, width?
    7. mrsmichellepianoteacher, 8 years ago
      Hi, Efesgirl, it's 39 1/2" long, 17" high (didn't have the lid on earlier), and 14" deep. :)

      Thanks, Master!

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