Both functional and beautiful, a growing number of people are interested in and fascinated with antique trunks. Many baby boomers unsure of their value or how to restore them are now inheriting them from parents and grandparents. This comprehensive book provides identification and pricing information for popular styles dating back nearly 200 years, as well as general restoration tips and techniques.
Antique Trunks provides readers with photographs and values for steamer, humpback, Saratoga, Jenny Lind, Louis Vuitton, stagecoach, and many others. Authors Pat Morse and Linda Edelstein have included valuable historical information for major styles of trunks made from 1750 through 1930. This complete guide also offers information on what to look for when purchasing a trunk, a database of more than 250 trunk makers, and a catalog of available parts and replacement pieces.
* More than 400 detailed photographs and prices for nearly 200 years of popular trunk styles * Includes an archive of original and restored trunk makers? labels, Victorian prints, and trunk maker advertisements * Provides a special section on the anatomy of a trunk and a glossary of terms
Reader Reviews
A treasure trove on this fascinating subject, the informative text, beautiful photos, and handsome lay-out, combine to make this tome invaluable. This well-researched work paints a portrait of a young and eager nation moving on. Whether you're a serious collector or a casual consumer, this exquisite book will chronicle for you the unique industry of American trunk making. The dozens of color photos bring the past to life. Looks great on the coffee table too!
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