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TRAVEL TRUNK
EAGLE LOCK COMPANY
United States, late 19th – early 20th century
Wood, canvas and iron
H.: 40; W.: 67; D.: 39 cm
A wooden travel trunk covered with canvas, curved with three wooden rods, equipped with riveted iron fittings and two Victor-type locks
It has retained its tourist stickers, testifying in particular to stays at the Grand Canal Hotel in Venice, Italy or at the Hôtel d'Angleterre and Savoy, in Cairo, Egypt.
Founded in 1833, the EAGLE LOCK COMPANY company was located in Terryville, Connecticut. It closed its doors in 2008.
Illustrative image from the book Illustrated Catalogue and Price List of Cabinet Locks, Night Latches, Deadbolts, Chest Locks, Special Hardware, Wood Screws, Keys and Key Blanks: Manufactured by Eagle Lock Co, Volume 45, published in 1925 by Eagle Lock Company.
Text and photos © FCP CORIDON
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