Late 19th Century "Jules D’Hooge" Belgian Immigrant Trunk caution Painted slag glass advertising sign

Painted slag glass advertising sign promoting White House Shoes for Men

• Type: Wooden tube console radio

Drawers open and close as expected for age

and small industrial castings that blended functionality with wit

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Late 19th Century "Jules D’Hooge" Belgian Immigrant Trunk caution Painted slag glass advertising signPainted wooden immigrant or steamer trunk with arched lid retaining hand lettered identification reading "JULES D'HOOGE" and "ROCK ISLAND" across the top panel. Constructed with a simple plank built body, hinged domed lid, and iron side carrying handles, the trunk reflects the durable, utilitarian construction associated with late 19th and early 20th century immigrant travel and household storage. The black painted exterior contrasts with a lighter