{"product_id":"1950s-french-crocodile-pattern-travel-trunk-351-2","title":"1950s French Crocodile-Pattern Travel Trunk - 35½\" x 35½\"","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eA mid-20th-century travel trunk, likely French and dating to the 1950s, constructed with a wood frame and reinforced lid fitted with three raised battens. The exterior is clad in a crocodile-patterned covering in rich tobacco and deep chocolate tones, giving it a handsome, textured presence. Riveted brass-toned corner mounts and strapping protect the edges, while blackened iron latches and a central lock plate emphasize its utilitarian character. Leather side carry handles complete the original fittings. The interior is neatly lined in a checked paper in warm brown and cream tones. The surface shows an attractive, well-earned patina with scuffs, rubbed edges, and light oxidation to the hardware, all consistent with travel use. Despite minor age-related cracks to the wooden structure, it presents in timeworn yet sturdy condition, retaining the character and quiet romance of mid-century journeys. The keys are no longer present.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eWell scaled for a coffee table, it offers generous hidden storage for bottles or magazines in the living room, and it works equally well at the foot of a bed to hold cushions or sheets. A flat tray on the ribbed lid keeps glassware steady while protecting the surface, and the piece can also anchor an entry as a handsome spot to store scarves and seasonal layers. Its mellow browns and rugged texture bring a grounded, quietly adventurous mood, pairing effortlessly with linen upholstery, leather chairs, and warm woods for a timeless, layered interior. \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCondition and patina consistent with age.\u003cbr\u003eApprox. overall 16½\" high x 35½\" long x 18\" wide \u003cbr\u003eApprox. overall 42cm high x 90cm long x 46cm wide\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chez Pluie","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52746884284754,"sku":"23875","price":1445.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1166\/6698\/files\/DSC04198_97d04ede-afc4-4e4a-903c-e7b0eb3cc561.jpg?v=1771591649","url":"https:\/\/www.chezpluie.com\/products\/1950s-french-crocodile-pattern-travel-trunk-351-2","provider":"Chez Pluie","version":"1.0","type":"link"}