A handsome English dome-topped steamer or traveler's luggage trunk, circa 1858 - 1880, featuring a toleware enameled tin body, nail-head accents, brass hardware, and original opposing black steel handles. The traditional toffee colored exterior paint in superb original condition with a faux wood finish. Opening to a deep orange interior.

The decorative brass lock fitting remains (although no longer working) marked W.B. Williamson and Sons, Patent. Inside the lid there is a maker's stamp (a compass image with W & S) while the registration mark (Rd No 67419) can be found on the outside.

W. B. Williamson and Sons of Providence Works, Worcester - Japanning and Tin Working

1858 Company formed by William Blizard Williamson, Senior. 1874 William, senior, takes his sons William, Junior, and George in to partnership.

1890 William left the business and it became G. H. Williamson and Sons