Exceptionally Large Camphor Trunk From Hebei - Early 19th Century Style - Tea Caddy One of a pair -

One of a pair - priced seperately

sculptural form and rich historic character make it an appealing addition to a desk

warm patina developed over generations of use

timeworn character

However an attractive harlequin set can be made from different pairs

Exceptionally Large Camphor Trunk From Hebei - Early 19th Century Style - Tea Caddy One of a pair -This is a fabulously large antique Chinese camphor trunk from the early 19th century. This original piece is carved from large planks of camphor wood and has its original brass hardware. It is from Hebei province in Northern China, either Beijing or Tianjin city. Camphor (Zhngm ( changmu) was the preferred wood of the wealthy, the smell of camphor discouraged moths and other insects making these chests perfect for storage of silks, bedding and