Very rare Northern wooden trunks with thick original red lacquer and circular old brass plates. The lids are constructed with rounded edges-this is an excellent and rarer feature for trunks. This is an exceptional pair with the most beautiful original patina in prime condition! Paired trunks like this are great to be used as large size coffee tables together. Age: 150 years old. French Polish finish.
Northern furniture pieces made with thick old organic red color pigment like this pair are very rare. The costly red lacuqer on pieces like this pair is often very thick and lavish with beautiful vivid rich color.