This black wooden trunk, vintage and thrifted, adds an elegant countryside touch to a bedroom or living room. Its black-stained exterior highlights a sober presence, while its restored interior offers ample space to keep linens, throws, or some cherished memories safe. Positioned at the foot of a bed or against a wall, it combines a classic look with functional use, without sacrificing refinement. On its top, a few books and a ceramic vase create a simple and neat scene, ideal for an interior blending natural materials and second-hand furniture. Length: 72 cm Depth: 40.5 cm Height: 44 cm A brief history of the trunk One of the oldest known trunks dates back to the golden age of Egyptian pharaohs. Many chests were indeed found in the tomb of Tutankhamun. Even the Greeks and Romans used them for all important journeys. At that time, the trunk was a wooden and bronze chest, sometimes decorated with ivory and precious metal ornaments. The lid was flat to allow the stacking of trunks in the mode of transport used. At the discovery of America in 1492, trunks filled with all the new fruits and products from the New World crossed the ocean to reach the Old World. The Industrial Revolution swept through the 19th century with the advent of a new concept of travel trunks. Gradually, the trunk settled into interiors, becoming the perfect container for childhood memories or a handy coffee table!