Vintage 19th Century French Wood Camphor Trunk Italy The lid meets the rim

The lid meets the rim with precision

A sleek butter spreader with an iconic tortoiseshell acrylic handle

The scene is brightly colored with a fox buried in the sand

these glass and pewter illuminating lights add ambiance and a tailored finish to any celebration

Retired from its original purpose

Vintage 19th Century French Wood Camphor Trunk Italy The lid meets the rimThis late 19th century solid wood trunk was valued for its natural insect repellent qualities. The wood helped safeguard clothing, furs, and documents from moths and other pests during long, humid sea voyages. Its strong aromatic scent served as a built in deterrent, making it a favored material for Victorian travelers and colonial officers, and for transporting luxury goods such as silk and tea from Asia to Europe.