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Boonsboro, MD
Sales and Restoration of antique trunks; cedar chests, tool boxes
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I have actually seen the two tone painting on the embossed tin as orginal. The base is normally some shade of silver, but the raised colors could have varied greatly, as I have seen red, gold and a gr...
I think that you would be surprised how easily they refinish. More patience and attention to detail than anything. Both would look great restored. Good luck
Beautiful piece
Excellent find!
I would suggest leaving a couple of pieces of charcoal in a shallow bowl in the trunk (closed up) for a couple of days. It will help with the smell. Trunkman is correct when he suggest some strong sun...
Great project! Turned out nicely.
The lock plate is the original brass. I'll add another photo shortly Thanks for the comments
excellent find!
I am just finishing a similar trunk with two latches. The Nov 8, 1964 marking was on the paper and is the same for many trunks finished with that paper style. The same marking was on mine and although...
Great trunk. Looks great. I have just finished one very similar, except with two hasps (just like the one on your trunk). One of my hasps is missing and I have been unable to find a replacement, so I ...
very nice. I checked this out as I am working on my first Jenny Lind. I appreciate the photos and info
Basic, large, canvas covered steamer with leather straps. Age is anywhere from 1890-1910. Looks like the corners are leather as it looks like there are some chunks missing. In this condition, about $5...
In the apparent condition, you can buy these all day for $50-$60 for refinishing. Once refinished, it's obviously worth more.
Bread style trunk (1880-1900). You can find all the parts that you need at Brettunsvillage.com. They are located in Maine and are great to deal with. I have been buying parts from them for a while and...
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