Alam Antique Wooden Trunk
Alam Antique Wooden Trunk
Alam Antique Wooden Trunk
Alam Antique Wooden Trunk
Alam Antique Wooden Trunk
Alam Antique Wooden Trunk
Alam Antique Wooden Trunk
Alam Antique Wooden Trunk

Alam Antique Wooden Trunk

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Regular price AED 15,000.00
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DIMENSIONS
H 92 CM | L 122 CM | W 47 CM
H 36 IN | L 47 IN | W 9 IN
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The Alam Wedding Trunk is a remarkable example of Syrian heritage, crafted with care to preserve both beauty and tradition. This antique wedding chest, also known as a bridal trunk or dowry chest, was once used as a hope chest to store a bride’s most precious belongings. Today, it makes a striking addition to any home, blending cultural history with timeless elegance.

Handmade from solid wood, this wooden storage trunk features exquisite mother of pearl inlay, arranged in intricate floral and geometric patterns. Its drop-front opening reveals functional compartments, making it not only a decorative wooden trunk but also a practical wedding storage trunk for linens, keepsakes, or heirlooms. The craftsmanship, from the hand carved wooden trunk details to the shimmering inlay, reflects centuries of Levantine artistry.

Perfect as a bridal chest or wedding gift chest, the Alam Wedding Trunk brings a sense of heritage to modern interiors. Whether placed in the entrance hall of a villa in Dubai, the living room of a home in Saudi Arabia, or even as a statement decorative storage chest in a New York apartment, it carries universal appeal. Collectors in Qatar, Kuwait, and across the UAE value it as both an antique wooden trunk and a piece of cultural memory.

Levantiques also offers custom options, allowing you to personalize your wooden chest trunk for special occasions such as Ramadan gifts, Eid gifts, or weddings. Customizations include variations in color, inlay design, and size - from small handmade wooden trunks to large carved wood trunks. This makes the Alam Wedding Trunk a versatile heirloom, ideal for those who wish to buy a wooden trunk that embodies both beauty and history.

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The Alam Wedding Trunk is crafted from solid timber with a hand-finished body that highlights its natural dark patina. This strong base gives the wooden wedding chest its durability, while also preserving its antique character. Many collectors admire it as both a solid wood storage chest and a heritage piece. Whether you are in Dubai, Riyadh, or New York, this trunk stands out as a timeless addition to your home and a treasure you can pass down for generations.
This wooden trunk is decorated with hand-cut mother-of-pearl inlay, carefully shaped into diamonds, teardrops, and floral motifs. The artistry of the inlay turns the chest into a decorative wood trunk that sparkles beautifully under different lighting. Levantiques also offers custom designs with variations in inlay, such as abalone or bone, depending on your preference. Customers in Kuwait, the UAE, and the United States often request personalized handmade wooden trunks to match their interiors, making each trunk unique and meaningful.
The front panel of this hand carved wooden trunk is a true work of art. It features a central lattice medallion surrounded by delicate foliate patterns, all created with shimmering mother-of-pearl pieces. This design makes the vintage wooden trunk not only a storage piece but also a decorative trunk that draws attention in any space. Levantiques can also customize the front design in different shapes, colors, or motifs, turning the bridal trunk into a personalized heirloom for weddings, gifts, or special occasions.
The Alam Wedding Trunk works beautifully in several spaces. In an entrance or foyer, it can serve as a console table with a mirror and lamp above it. In a living room or majlis, it becomes a decorative storage trunk for throws and linens, while adding cultural charm. In bedrooms, it doubles as a wooden ottoman trunk or wooden storage chest for bedroom. Levantiques also accepts custom requests, so you can order a small or large decorative wooden chest tailored to your needs.
The Alam Wedding Trunk is carefully built with a hinged front panel that drops down, supported by durable metal chains. Inside, it has a shelf and compartments that make it a practical carved wood storage chest for linens, keepsakes, or ornaments. The carved bracket legs with matching inlay give it strength as well as elegance. Many collectors in Bahrain, the UAE, and the United States admire its balance of craftsmanship, function, and beauty, making it both a wedding memory trunk and a versatile furniture piece.
One of the most admired features of this antique wooden trunk is the delicate inlay work along its edges and triangular bracket legs. Small diamond and triangle patterns highlight the borders, while the legs are filled with complementary designs that enhance its overall character. These details transform the piece into a decorative storage chest that looks stunning from every angle. Levantiques also offers custom touches in shape, size, or inlay for clients in Saudi Arabia, the UAE, or even luxury hotels abroad seeking distinctive decorative trunks and chests.
Yes, the Alam Wedding Trunk makes a beautiful addition to bedrooms. Placed at the foot of a bed, it works perfectly as a blanket trunk or large wooden storage chest, while also serving as a decorative wooden trunk that elevates the room’s design. Its presence creates a balance between function and antique elegance. Levantiques can also provide custom wooden trunks in different finishes, from dark to lighter woods, and even add unique inlays, making them ideal for both private villas and boutique hotel interiors.
Traditionally, the Alam served as a hope chest for wedding ceremonies, where brides stored clothing, jewelry, and keepsakes before their marriage. Today, it still carries that symbolism as a wedding storage trunk or bridal chest, often used to hold cherished heirlooms or gifted as a wedding keepsake trunk. Whether in Bahrain, Riyadh, or Los Angeles, it’s valued as an antique wedding chest that connects modern homes with cultural traditions. Levantiques also creates custom wooden trunks to suit personal tastes for weddings, anniversaries, or family gifts.
The Alam Wedding Trunk is a traditional antique dowry chest rooted in Levantine and Syrian heritage, where it was used as a bridal hope chest or wedding memory chest. Its intricate design reflects centuries-old craftsmanship, making it more than just furniture - it is a symbol of tradition and artistry. Today, collectors in Qatar, Riyadh, and the United States value it as both a functional large decorative trunk and a meaningful heirloom that carries the cultural history of weddings and family heritage.
This antique wedding trunk is made from solid wood with a warm, medium-to-dark patina developed over time. The natural signs of age highlight its authenticity and make it a standout vintage wooden chest trunk for interiors. The rich finish pairs beautifully with the shimmering mother of pearl trunk inlay, giving it both depth and elegance. Whether styled in a modern villa in Dubai or a historic home in Houston, its aged surface adds timeless charm to any room.
Beyond its beauty, the Alam Wedding Trunk is highly functional. The drop-front panel opens on sturdy chains, revealing two spacious compartments and a shelf. This makes it perfect as a large wooden trunk chest for storing linens, keepsakes, or even serving as a console in an entryway. Many families in Saudi Arabia and the UAE use it as a wedding gift chest or treasure chest for wedding memories, while in the U.S. it’s admired as a unique antique wood storage chest.
The Alam is versatile and enhances luxury interiors such as villas, boutique hotels, and even curated museum displays. It can serve as a large decorative storage chest in a grand hallway, a wedding keepsake chest in a bedroom, or an ornate storage chest in a living room setting. Style it with minimal décor, warm metallic accents, and neutral fabrics to let the inlay shimmer. In Qatar or the U.S., it fits beautifully in eclectic or traditional spaces alike.