Vintage 19th Century French Wood Camphor Trunk Italy A sleek butter spreader with

A sleek butter spreader with an iconic tortoiseshell acrylic handle

these glass and pewter illuminating lights add ambiance and a tailored finish to any celebration

this brass small basket tray pays tribute to Japanese reverence for the art of fishing in which the fish symbolizes prosperity and strength

The lid meets the rim with precision

Deserves a place in the regular rotation of flower vessels

Vintage 19th Century French Wood Camphor Trunk Italy A sleek butter spreader withThis late 19th century solid wood trunk was valued for its natural insect repellent qualities. The wood helped safeguard clothing, furs, and documents from moths and other pests during long, humid sea voyages. Its strong aromatic scent served as a built in deterrent, making it a favored material for Victorian travelers and colonial officers, and for transporting luxury goods such as silk and tea from Asia to Europe.