Late 19th Century "Jules D’Hooge" Belgian Immigrant Trunk african american A pair of sliding doors

A pair of sliding doors on the back allow entry to the interior of the case

Appears to be missing a silk moth and one of the cocoons

of japanned copper construction

Signal generators are used for testing components

The four sections lift off of each other for easy transportation and also feature two writing surfaces

Late 19th Century "Jules D’Hooge" Belgian Immigrant Trunk african american A pair of sliding doorsPainted 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