{"product_id":"miniature-checkerboard-steamer-trunk","title":"Miniature Checkerboard Steamer Trunk","description":"\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA wonderfully unusual miniature steamer trunk featuring an intricate black-and-white checkerboard exterior with iridescent accents and aged brass hardware. Its compact proportions recreate the appearance of a full-sized traveling trunk, complete with reinforced corners, decorative latches, and a central locking mechanism.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe exterior is covered in a tightly arranged geometric pattern of alternating dark squares and shimmering, pearl-like panels, whose subtle pink and lavender reflections lend the surface a particularly decorative quality. Smaller checkerboard borders frame the design, while brass-toned corner protectors and riveted hardware reinforce its resemblance to antique travel luggage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe central lock is identified as an \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEagle Lock Co. mechanism from Terryville, Connecticut\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, a company historically associated with locks and hardware for trunks, luggage, and household furnishings.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOpening on a hinged lid, the trunk reveals a softly colored interior with a pale peach lining. Miniature trunks such as this evoke the elaborate traveling cases of the late Victorian and early 20th centuries, translating their functional details into a decorative scale suitable for personal keepsakes and small accessories.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn especially appealing piece for a dressing table, library shelf, or collection of antique boxes, with a graphic pattern that feels surprisingly contemporary alongside its traditional hardware.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Eagle Lock Co. hardware, Terryville, Connecticut, USA, c. 1920-1930\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Decorated trunk-form box with iridescent checkerboard inlay or applied panels, brass-toned metal hardware, and lined interior\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 10\" L × 6\" D × 5\" H\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Vintage condition with visible patina, tarnishing, and surface wear to the metal fittings, along with scattered marks and irregularities to the checkerboard decoration. Interior lining shows light discoloration and wear. Lock and key operation have not been verified. Please review photographs as part of the condition description.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Antique","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44429193379927,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0577\/3505\/3399\/files\/36_776f7ba4-6297-48c4-9f9b-8b996601d094.jpg?v=1791509503","url":"https:\/\/gladysavenue.com\/products\/miniature-checkerboard-steamer-trunk","provider":"Gladys Avenue","version":"1.0","type":"link"}