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AEDImportant 18th Century German Baroque Inlaid Travel Trunk
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About Auction
LiveApr 24, 2026
Phone and absentee bidding is available to qualified bidders after filling out the form on mebaneauction.com by 5:00 pm Thursday, April 23rd. All items need to be picked up and paid for within 30 days of the sale. We do offer in-house shipping for select items. Some invoices will have to be paid by wire transfer or check. You will be notified if that applies to you. Please do not call the day of the sale asking for a bid limit increase or to submit a phone/absentee bid. Mebane Antique Auction Gallery info@mebaneauction.com
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- Lot Description
Description
Mid 18th Century; Original, 29.5” height, 56.5” width, 24.5” depth, very important example appears to be oak and other mixed woods; pegged construction throughout; top is featuring a 15.5” by 21” two-part panel with deeply carved scrolls with center satinwood and ebony star with single star in center; front has beautiful 18th century artwork and inlay; with four 12” by 9.25” raised panels with artwork of lion and bird flanked by geometric inlay; base is also carved with reticulated center heart flanked by two drawers; sides have hand-forged iron bail handle in raised panel also with geometric inlay; interior has incredible original hand-forged strap hinges and engraved lock; complete with glove box; after close inspection, chest appears to be original with engraved key escutcheon, key, and important lock; minor shrinkage, one top panel has crack, drawer fronts are missing molding, otherwise outstanding and original condition; we encourage all advanced collectors to view this here in our gallery, please view photos. We will not be responsible for the shipping of furniture and large objects, so the winning bidder will be responsible for scheduling shipping arrangement or courier pickup within 30 days of auction date.
Medium
Wood
Date
Mid 18th Century
Condition Report
Very Good
Exhibited
Currently Mebane Antique Gallery and available for preview
Literature
An important 18th-century German Baroque inlaid travel trunk, such as the 1737 example, features masterful oak construction, intricate ebony and boxwood diagonal inlays, and, often, a domed lid with detailed iron strapping. These high-end pieces, likely used by aristocracy or musicians, often feature geometric marquetry,, original wrought-iron handles, and locks with keys, representing elite travel, say
Provenance
Estate Of The Late Nancy Jo Fox Of North Carolina
Notes
Available for live in house bidding and pay-pick up from our gallery, Always bid with confidence with Mebane Auction. Thank you Jon Lambert
Condition
Very Good
- Provenance
Estate Of The Late Nancy Jo Fox Of North Carolina
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