About the Item

A 1930's vintage USA hard shell suitcase in cream canvas with red stripes, leather and brass trim and hardware. The interior with a label reading Sioux by Oshkosh Luggage - None Finer 'Round the World. The exterior has a metal label reading Oshkosh Luggage and has the initials M.L.H under the handle. The bold and signature stripes on the "Chief" luggage line by Oshkosh sets it apart from the crowd. Made by the Oshkosh Luggage of Oshkosh, Wisconsin, the Chief Oshkosh brand suitcase was the quintessential suitcase of the early 20th century. The company was named for Chief Oshkosh of the Wisconsin Menominee Tribe (1795-1855} Classic and stylish this is a travel piece that holds a history of impeccable craftsmanship from a bygone era. Dimensions: 32"w x 18"h x 9"d Condition: Good. Generally clean exterior and clean interior. Some wear to leather. Wear consistent with age and use. Key not retained. About: The Oshkosh Trunk Company was started in 1902 and operated out of a factory on High St. The firm produced quality wardrobe trunks. Its signature line of luggage called the “Chief” was styled with red and yellow striped canvas. In 1927 the company began manufacturing smaller travel luggage. The Oshkosh Trunk Company was acquired by Plotkin Brothers, a Chicago firm, in 1939. The Plotkin Brothers owned several other luggage companies, and added Oshkosh Trunk Company to add quality luggage to its product line. After the merger the Oshkosh company’s name was changed to Oshkosh Trunk and Luggage Company. The company fell on hard times, and the Oshkosh factory was closed in 1961.

Creator:
Oshkosh Trunks & Luggage Inc. (Manufacturer)
Dimensions:
Height: 18 in (45.72 cm)Width: 32 in (81.28 cm)Depth: 9 in (22.86 cm)
Style:
American Classical (In the Style Of)
Materials and Techniques:
Brass,Canvas,Fabric,Leather
Place of Origin:
United States
Period:
1930-1939
Date of Manufacture:
1930's
Condition:
Wear consistent with age and use.
Seller Location:
Morristown, NJ
Reference Number:
1stDibs: LU5990240938992

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