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

The lid meets the rim with precision

Deserves a place in the regular rotation of flower vessels

A sleek butter spreader with an iconic tortoiseshell acrylic handle

this brass small basket tray pays tribute to Japanese reverence for the art of fishing in which the fish symbolizes prosperity and strength

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.