Late 19th A.E. Meek Leather and Wood Cabin Trunk c.1880-1899
ABOUT
An antique wooden cabin trunk trimmed in leather with leather handles, leather straps and brass locks. Original silver maker's label on top. Built with heavy-duty wood slats, rugged protective metal/brass corner brackets, and historic latch closures. Interior features two fabric compartment pullout trays. Original maker's label on the inside of the lid. Built in casters for easy repositioning.
- CREATOR The A.E. Meek Trunk and Bag Company, Denver, Colorado
- DATE OF MANUFACTURE c.1880-1899.
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MATERIALS AND TECHNIQUES Wood, Steel, Metal, Leather.
- CONDITION Good. Wear consistent with age and use. Leather straps are broken and partially missing in front.
- DIMENSIONS H 24.75 in. W 34.5 in. D 21.5 in.
HISTORY
Manufactured by the historic A.E. Meek Trunk & Bag Company of Denver, Colorado. Founded in the late 1870s, A.E. Meek was known as the premier traveling goods emporium of the Rocky Mountain region. For over a century, it was known as the premier traveling goods emporium of the Rocky Mountain region, designing and building high-end trunks, valises, and carriage cases.
