Goyard, Wardrobe Trunk

Early 20th Century

Label: MALLES GOYARD / 233 Rue St. Honoré PARIS / MONTE-CARLO, BIARRITZ
Maker: Goyard
Style/Serial No.: Unmarked
Date: 1900's-1920's

"E.W.W" stenciled in off-white-painted letters on (both?) ends; a blue and white stripe painted around center of trunk.

Approximate Measurements
40.5" L x 20.5" H x 21" W

Main textile: Goyardine-pattern painted canvas stretched over wood frame.
Trim: Stained wood slats and lacquered leather with brass rivets.
Lining: Brown canvas.
Hardware type: Brass metal.
Handles: Leather handle at top and bottom of trunk.
External details: Three brass front latch closures, stained wood slats rivetted to each side, brass metal brackets and corner caps, travel stickers throughout exterior.
Interior details: Brown canvas-lined interior, six wooden hangers, two removable wooden slats with leather buckled straps, five interior drawers with Goyard jacquard adjustable straps inside.

Property from the Wetherill Family Collection, Main Line, Philadelphia and Château de Drouilly, Les Hayes, France

This lot is located in Chicago.

Condition
Condition: The overall condition is good, in consideration of the antique nature of the item, with the following:Structural Issues: The lacquered leather trim has spots of finish loss and light cracking throughout. Scuffs, scratches, and abrasions scattered throughout exterior.Losses: Key to lock/unlock front latch closure is missing.Fading/Color Change: The canvas, lacquered leather, and wood on the exterior has darkened in various areas. The interior lining has darkened around the sides of the lid, top, side panels, and base of the bottom of the trunk. Light residue spots from previous stickers throughout exterior.Soiling/Spots: The lining of the trunk and interior of drawers have various areas of light soiling throughout the interior.Corrosion/Tarnish: The lacquered leather trim has several roughed spots throughout the lid and upper part of the trunk. Some very light verdigris throughout metal rivets and latch closures.Everything is sold ‘As Is’. The stated overall condition of the lot is based on the assumption that the wear is consistent with age and use. The absence of any reference to the condition of a lot does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear & tear, imperfections, or the effects of aging. All other condition issues are stated above. To request additional working condition photos or information, please email couturecr@freemansauction.com with the lot number. Condition is a matter of opinion of the evaluator and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Clients must review and agree to the Conditions of Sale before participating in an auction.