1885 John Goman Camelback Trunk Restoration (another Moment in Time)

This is the last trunk restoration CD rescued from the bit bucket. I was not looking to restore any more trunks, but this John Goman Camelback trunk popped up on my radar and was in very good condition for its price so . . . This trunk was made by John Goman. John Goman was a prominent manufacturer in the trunk and bag business during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, primarily operating in New York City. John Goman operated from roughly the 1880s to the early 1900s manufacturing various styles of travel luggage, including steamer trunks, flat-top trunks, and dome-top (camelback) trunks. Despite its expensive brass lock, the shallow camelback, stingy protective wood slats, leather strap enclosure buckles, and canvas covering indicate that this trunk was priced to sell in the competitive New York luggage market. The camelback lid wasn’t just for looks—it kept other trunks from being stacked on top of it in a ship’s hold, protecting it from damage. And like all trunks, they carried a history. What stories could this one tell? Who owned it? Where had it traveled? What treasures once rested inside? Another trunk rescued, another trunk ready to collect new moments in time." Subscribe and share in our adventure! Become part of the conversation on Facebook by liking https://www.facebook.com/SV.MomentsInTime/ As always, please feel free to comment and let us know your thoughts.