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Rare Antique Oshkosh "The Chief" Steamer Trunk (Early 1900s) - $100 (Live Oak)
condition:
fair
make / manufacturer:
Oshkosh
model name / number:
The Chief
size / dimensions:
40 x 24 x 22
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Key Features:
• Authentic "The Chief" Model: Instantly recognizable by its signature beige duck cloth exterior and classic red and yellow stripes, a hallmark of Oshkosh's top-line luggage.
• Superior Craftsmanship: Built for durability, featuring a robust wood frame, metal-reinforced corners, sturdy metal clasps, and quality hardware.
• Original Interior: The inside is a time capsule, featuring 3 drawers on one side and a hanging section for clothes on the other, 9 original wooden hangers, along with original lining and clothing tie down straps in the drawers.
• Historical Significance: Manufactured by the esteemed Oshkosh Trunk Company, which began production in Oshkosh, Wisconsin, in 1898. The "Chief" line was named after the Menominee Tribe's Chief Oshkosh.
• Condition: This trunk is in fair condition, consistent with a century of use and travel. The exterior shows typical signs of wear, scuffs, and character that tell the story of its journey, missing leather handle and missing the key to the lock.
Dimensions: 40 inches high, 24 inches wide, 22 inches deep
A Piece of Art & History:
More than just an antique, this trunk represents a golden age of travel and design. It can serve as unique storage, a distinctive coffee table, or an impressive decorative accent.
Local pickup only.
Don't miss this opportunity to own a rare piece of American manufacturing and travel history