Travel trunk - old flat chest 1900 maison au touriste in wood and beige canvas

Here is an authentic antique travel trunk. This chest dates from the very beginning of the twentieth century and comes from the house "au touriste". It is a pretty flat wooden trunk, sheathed with a beige canvas. It looks good with its dark wooden sleepers and dark fittings contrasting with the light canvas... The house "au touriste" was located in the major cities served by the railways. Specialized in luggage, trunks and leather goods, this store marketed the largest trunk makers such as moynat, goyart, velay... This trunk bears the label "au touriste - 4 rue dumas le mans". The interior is lined with light blue patterned paper. She kept her compartment, but the canvas is torn. In good general condition, it measures 91 cm X 50 cm X 47 cm. This trunk is clogged with dust and has traces of use. The fittings are in good condition, there are no more keys. The fabric has scratches and stains. The wood is in good condition. After traveling in france during the last century, it will certainly become trunk / coffee table or trunk / bar. It evokes the journeys of yesteryear to the rhythm of trains and liners...